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The Selkirk Rex is defined by an autosomal dominant woolly rexoid hair (ADWH) abnormality that is characterized by tightly curled hair shafts. [8] A splice variant in the gene KRT71 was found to be associated with the curly coat phenotype.
Currently, acceptable outcrossings are as follows: ACFA , [7] CFA (Long Haired Selkirk Rex, Straight), [8] GCCF (British Longhair). [9] Ragamuffin background
Named after Tasman Sea between Australia and New Zealand, the Tasman Manx is a tailless or partially tailed Manx cat with a curly-haired coat not unlike that of a Selkirk Rex, due a recessive mutation which arose in Manx litters in both Australia and New Zealand
The dominant genetic mutation, [4] which causes the wirehair, was found to be different from the Rex mutation of other curly-coated breeds—such as the Cornish Rex or Devon Rex. [5] The owner of the cats called a local breeder of Rex cats, Mrs. Joan O'Shea, to a look at the kitten.
The Tennessee Rex is a natural-mutation breed of cat dating back to 2004, discovered by Franklin Whittenburg. [6] Rex breeds vary considerably in appearance, from the elegant slender build of the Cornish Rex to the larger, cobby and heavy-boned Selkirk Rex. Each results from a separate mutation rather than being bred from a common ancestor.
Somalis are recognised for their energetic and social nature. Their appearance with sleek bodies, long tails, and large pointed ears have earned them the nickname of "Fox Cat."
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The LaPerm is a rex breed which originated in the United States and is now present in many other countries worldwide. The breed is genetically unique and not related to any other rex cat varieties, having a dominant gene causing their curly coats. They have an elegant and athletic build and are affectionate, active, and outgoing in character.