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Selkirk Rex Cat The Essential Breed Guide Pets4You
Interestingly, the Selkirk Rex cat breed is the only breed named after an individual. TICA accepted the new Selkirk Rex breed in 1990 was recognized for championship status in 1994. In 2000, the CFA granted championship status to the Selkirk Rex cat breed as well.
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The Selkirk Rex is one of the only four cat breeds with wavy fur, the others being the Cornish Rex, Devon Rex, and LaPerm. Sweet, loyal, and terribly cute, the Selkirk Rex is a great fit for any.
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Selkirk Rex Cat Breed Profile, Characteristics & Care
The Selkirk Rex is a cat breed with a curly, plush coat that is soft to the touch. The breed was first developed in Montana, USA, in 1987 when a stray cat gave birth to a curly-coated kitten. The Selkirk Rex is the result of a genetic mutation that affects the coat. The breed was recognized by The International Cat Association (TICA) in 1990.
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Selkirk Rex Cat Info, History, Personality, Kittens, Pictures
The Selkirk Rex curls are the result of a natural mutation found in a litter of kittens produced by a blue tortoise cat and a white cat. This curly-haired kitten, whose siblings all had straight hair, also had the curly whiskers for which the Selkirk is known for today. The woman who adopted this unique kitten (and named her Miss DePesto.
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The Selkirk Rex is a curly-coated breed of cat, which originated in Sheridan, Montana as a result of a single kitten who was born with a long, curly coat. The breed is known for its laid-back and calm personality; they are extremely sociable and thrive on human company. The Selkirk Rex makes a great family pet due to its easy nature.
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Selkirk Rex Cat Breed history and some interesting facts
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Selkirk Rex cats were first discovered in Montana in the 1980s, and since then, they've been stealing hearts all over the world. This medium-sized breed is known for their unique, curly fur, which often causes them to be described as being "teddy bear-like" in appearance. Unlike other curly-haired cats whose coats have fine, wooly.
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Nicknamed "The cat in sheep's clothing," the Selkirk Rex is an adorable, woolly-haired feline with a unique personality. With a bit of an independent streak, this might not the best breed for someone who's looking for a traditional lap cat; even so, the Selkirk Rex generally has a calm demeanor and does enjoy human companionship.
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Selkirk Rex Kittens For Sale & Cats For Adoption. The Selkirk Rex is moderately active. They are not prone to laying around the house all day but, they are not hyperactive either. They have a laid back personality that will enjoy a good game and some play time but will equally love to curl up on your lap and relax. Learn more about this breed.
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Selkirk Rex A Cuddly and Playful Breed Cat Breeds And Types Of Cats
This cat breed is intelligent, loving, easygoing, and gets along well with people and other animals. Because the breed was just developed in the 1980s, the Selkirk rex is not yet as common as some other breeds, but their one-of-a-kind looks and personality are definitely worth seeking out.
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Selkirk Rex CatHistory, Appearance & Temperament CatWorld
Selkirk Rex cats have a unique gene that causes their fur to be curly. This gene is dominant, meaning that even if only one parent is a Selkirk Rex, the kittens have a 50/50 chance of inheriting the curly coat gene. This is the only cat breed named after a person, the breeder's stepfather. Pompous Albert is a Selkirk Rex named after Albert.
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The story of the Selkirk Rex began in 1987 when a Montana animal shelter picked up a curly-coated kitten. One of the shelter employees knew that a local woman was interested in cat genetics.
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Selkirk Rex Cat Breed Profile, Characteristics & Care
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The Selkirk Rex is a medium to large cat with a soft coat. The breed has a stocky and muscular body with big bones and large paws. The face often looks rounded and frequently appears to have large cheeks. The cat's coat has a wide variety of colours and patterns. The hair may be long or short.