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Anonymous
anyone have experience with sphynx cats?
i have always had pound/free kitties buttt just wanna hear some feedback about this breed.
>> Anonymous
never owned one but heard they can be a hassle.
skin problems such as blisters, sun burn, dry skin, hurt easily(i wonder if they can get acne) and that you have to bath them a lot.
>> Anonymous
Never owned, but I've heard they're very sweet, very lovable cats. Like Siamese. Naturally, you can't let them outside, be wary of the sun, and I'm pretty sure they need to be de-clawed (I'm guessing you dont HAVE to, but I would- the claws can get stuck on their skin. Do not want.)
Their coat really just requires a rub-down with.. something, every so-often. I forgot what.
They'd be a lot of fun to own, I'd like to get one in a few years myself. But remember you'd need to be pretty dedicated. If you're not up for this, I HIGHLY suggest a Siamese or Norwegian Forest.
>> Anonymous
Seriously, how can one suggest a Siamese or a Norwegian Forestcat to someone interested in a Sphynx? More different breeds are hard to find and they're both nothing like a Sphynx beside for the activity level on Siamese...

Sphynx cats are very active, sociable cats that do demand a bit more care then most other breeds, as they're hairless they need to be bathed about once a week to get rid of fur oils, sweat and stuff and you need to keep their ears clean as they don't have any fur protecting them, otherwise one just have to keep them warm enough, be careful with sun exposure and give them lots of love. They're very affectionate and sociable so I wouldn't recommend having one in a single cat household.

You never have to/should declaw a cat, saying something like that is just plain stupid and showing how little you know, however, like all indoor cats their claws need to be trimmed regularly.

Siamese and NFOs are two completely different breeds in temperament, look and care so if you're interested in a Sphynx, I highly doubt you'd be interested in SIA or NFOs...

I'd recommended to get in touch with a good, responsible breeder to learn more about the wonderful creatures called Sphynx. =)
>> Anonymous
All this extra care you just listed is a pretty good example of why traits like this should not be encouraged. Chances are in the wild a cat born hairless like this would not survive long enough to reproduce.

In fact the ONLY advantage I can think of to being hairless is that the cat would not be prone to fleas but fleas are really only damaging to kittens who are totally infested.
>> Anonymous
are there any good cats for people who are allergic to them?
>> Anonymous
>>126608
Sphynx Cat
>> Anonymous
>>126608
The no saliva cat, if it exists. Otherwise, no.
>> Anonymous
>>126608

You can get your cat allergy fixed. go to them ear-nose-throat specialists. I always forget their names.
>> Anonymous
I heard they feel like a freshly shorn scrotum, Since I'm too afraid to shave mine, I want one of these cats.
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i was looking into this breed for myself,and have discovered a very similar,but more hardy version,either the Devon or the Cornish Rex.look into it for yourself.
>> Anonymous
>>127312
you don't know what you are missing. just don't do it when there is gonna be a hot/humid spell because then it can be a bit of a hassle with it sticking to your thighs.
>> Anonymous
Good God. Why would anyone want one of these hideous monstrosities?
>> Anonymous
>>127326
Opinions, sir. People have different ones.
>> Anonymous
>>127326

No fur on cat equals no fur on clothes/furniture.
>> Anonymous
They're not very good. You need alot of BBQ sauce to cover the gamey taste.