Things to Know about Sphynx Cat

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In today's video, we're going to talk about the Things to Know Before Bringing Home a Sphynx Cat.


Ever since Sphynx cats first hit the scene in the 1960s—the result of a genetic mutation, according to the Cat Fanciers’ Association—cat lovers have been enamored with these adorable, hairless kitties. Today, the breed is still extremely popular, bolstered both by celebrity fans (Demi Lovato, Lena Dunham, and Kat Von D are all proud Sphynx owners) and a photogenic appearance that just begs for Instagram followers.

While these kitties are known for their delightful personalities and adorable appearance, they also require special care and considerations. Despite their hairless status, they are a much more demanding pet than many of their furry counterparts. If you’re thinking about bringing a Sphynx into your life, here’s what you need to know.


Sphynx Cats Have Big Personalities.

“Social” is not a word some people would associate with cats, but in the case of the Sphynx, it is a very apt descriptor. Dr. Ariana Verrilli, a veterinary oncologist at Upstate Veterinary Specialties in Latham, New York, owns three hairless cats and reports that they are attention-seeking machines.

“My hairless cats run to the door to greet me when I get home. I can’t sit down without having at least one of them on my lap... At night, they want to be under the covers.” She adds, “If you’re looking for a cat that’s going to sit in the window and sleep on the bed but is overall kind of aloof, don’t get a Sphynx.” Sphynx cats are also generally known to be very vocal. “If they want something, they’ll let you know,” says Dr. Verrilli. “One of my cats will sit outside closed doors and scream if she wants to be let in.”

While many cat owners welcome Sphynxes’ outgoing personalities, some people are just not up to the breed’s social demands. “My youngest Sphynx kitty was a rescue. Someone dropped her off at the vet clinic where I was working and said she was too much for him to handle,” Dr. Verrilli notes. “I believe it. She’s crazy, but I love that about her.”


Sphynx Cats Require Constant Care.

If you’re up to the rigors of a Sphynx’s big personality, the next factor to consider is the cat’s overall care. The hairlessness of Sphynx cats does not mean that they’re less work than cats with fur.


Maintaining Healthy Skin Through Their Diet.

On the contrary, a lot goes into keeping these cats well-groomed and their skin healthy. Kirsten Kranz, founder and executive director of Wisconsin-based Specialty Purebred Cat Rescue, says that caring for a Sphynx’s skin starts with diet. “You want high-quality food because food affects the amount of oil that a Sphynx’s skin produces. The better the food, the less oil.

If you don’t feed them a high-quality diet, oils accumulate more quickly and can lead to not just ongoing skin problems but also issues with ear wax and infections,” says Kranz. Because these kitties have no fur, they tend to leave grease spots on the areas that they frequent. “Their skin is oily, and that oil can seep into your couch cushions or bed sheets and leave a stain,” Dr. Verrilli says.


Keeping Sphynx Cats Clean.

While diet does help control a Sphynx cat’s overall greasiness, they will occasionally need baths to remove accumulated dirt and grime. Choose gentle cat shampoos that are soap-free and made with natural ingredients like coconut oil, Earthbath Oatmeal, and Aloe dog and cat shampoo. Kranz adds that bathing a Sphynx is “a bit like bathing an infant with claws.” She says, “I oftentimes use wet washcloths—one with a bit of shampoo and another with just water. That way they don’t have to be fully immersed.” When you’re done bathing a Sphynx, it’s important to dry them off quickly with a soft, warm towel to prevent their skin from getting chapped. You also don’t want to bathe a Sphynx too often because that will dry out their skin.

Source: https://www.petmd.com/cat/care/what-you-need-know-bringing-home-sphynx-cat
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