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The Sphynx cat (pronounced SFINKS, / ˈ s f ɪ ŋ k s /) also known as the Canadian Sphynx, is a breed of cat known for its lack of fur.Hairlessness in cats is a naturally occurring genetic mutation, and the Sphynx was developed through selective breeding of these animals, starting in the 1960s.
Typically, there is a chance that the myopathy in the cats might stabilize, however, most of the time, the condition worsens and the Devon rex cats die from laryngospasm, after obstructing their larynx with food. [3] [4] [5] The Devon Rex was found to be predisposed to feline atopic dermatitis in a retrospective study of cases of the disease. [6]
Cat senses are adaptations that allow cats to be highly efficient predators. Cats are good at detecting movement in low light, have an acute sense of hearing and smell, and their sense of touch is enhanced by long whiskers that protrude from their heads and bodies. These senses evolved to allow cats to hunt effectively at dawn and dusk.
PetMD says Sphynx cats have a lot going for them—more than their eye-catching, hairless frame. Known to be lovable, social, and curious, this breed is a fan of hanging out and snuggling together ...
Due to their hairless nature, Sphynx cats can easily get hypothermia and may need to wear little sweater. They are also not “naturally clean” like most cats and can get oil build up on their ...
The cats have no whiskers with which to explore their environment, as other cats do. The lack of fur can lead to sunburn and skin cancer, and vets say they are likely to suffer shortened lives.
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Sphynx Cats are Vulnerable to UV Rays. How to protect your cat. Shutterstock/Olllllga. When the weather is this ridiculously hot, cat and dog owners need to be on the lookout for signs of heat ...