Cornish Rex

The Cornish Rex has a higher IQ and can adapt to traveling by car or living in a motorhome or apartment. It is an ideal pet for both the elderly and children. The coat of the Cornish Rex is similar to that of a poodle, making it easy to groom and less likely to cause allergies due to shedding. This means that people who are allergic to other breeds of cats or may trigger asthma can live with a Cornish Rex.

The Cornish Rex can be described as "extreme" in many ways. It is the opposite of a Persian cat (or Garfield). It is extremely affectionate, extremely slim, extremely tall, extremely active, has an extremely small head, extremely large upright ears, extremely soft and curly fur, and an extremely long and thin tail, among other things.

The most obvious characteristic of the Cornish Rex is its uniquely tight and short curls that hug the body, yet it is surprisingly soft with a texture that resembles velvet, mink, and silk. In addition, its unique head shape and body proportions are also distinctive features of the Cornish Rex. The large ears are located on an oval and slender head, with high cheekbones, sunken cheeks, a high and straight nose bridge, and a strong chin. Although it is a small to medium-sized breed, with well-developed hindquarters and legs, it can perform actions such as quick starts, stops, rapid turns, and high jumps. Generally, males have larger body sizes than females. The soft and curly coat and lively personality are the unique traits of the Cornish Rex. Their body lines are slightly curved, and they are naturally smart and alert. They come in various colors, giving them a rich international style or an Eastern charm.

Cornish Rex cats originated in Cornwall, England. In 1950, a litter of kittens was born on a farm in England, and among them was a male kitten with red and white fur, wavy coat, and curly whiskers. The owner of the cat was puzzled and sought help from a veterinarian. The veterinarian suggested breeding this male cat with its mother, which resulted in several kittens with curly fur, thus beginning an experimental breeding program. In 1967, the Cornish Rex cat breed was first recognized and became eligible to participate in cat shows.

The Cornish Rex has a high intelligence and can adapt to traveling by car or living in a motorhome or apartment. It is an ideal pet for both elderly people and children.

1. Tiny

Symptoms: Cats with feline distemper may have a fever and depression, and their body temperature gradually decreases. They may also experience weakness, dehydration, loss of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Solution: Choose a good pet hospital to vaccinate regularly and keep your home clean and hygienic. Proper isolation is also necessary. Rabies vaccine can be given at 3 months of age; for cat distemper, it can usually be given at 2 months of age, with a booster shot every month.

2. Cat Flu

Symptoms: Fever, excessive nasal discharge, frequent sneezing, accompanied by conjunctivitis and corneal ulceration, as well as excessive tearing.

Solution: Seek medical attention promptly as the virus can be transmitted through the air. Isolate your cat from other cats in a timely manner.

3. Hairball

Symptoms: Cats may experience vomiting, loss of appetite, and the presence of hairballs in their feces.

Solution: Regularly feed your cat hairball medication and consider growing some cat grass at home.

4. Gastrointestinal discomfort

Symptoms: Vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite.

Solution: First, withhold food from your cat and then feed it some probiotics for regulation. If the condition is severe, seek medical attention promptly. Prevention: 1. Maintain a mild diet; 2. Avoid frequent changes in cat food and follow the seven-day transition rule when switching.

1. The selection method of high-quality cat food:

1. Ensure the quality of the food

It is best to purchase high-quality cat food from pet hospitals or regular stores to ensure product quality, or supermarkets are also acceptable. Never buy from vegetable markets, and especially avoid buying loose cat food there. The cat food sold there may be cheap, but the ingredients are all plants. Cornish Rex cats can develop heart disease or even more serious illnesses if they eat this kind of food for a long time. Cats are carnivores, so the ingredients must include meat and necessary nutrients.

2. Flavor selection

There are many brands of cat food and dog food on the market that come in different flavors, such as "beef flavor", "chicken flavor", "lamb flavor", etc. When pet food labels indicate the presence of "beef" or "chicken", how much beef or chicken is actually in it is unknown.

The ingredient list in professional pet food is arranged in descending order by weight. For example, if chicken is listed in the first place on the label, it means that chicken is the main ingredient in the pet food and its content is higher than that of other ingredients.

Therefore, when making a purchase, pay attention to the ratio of ingredients on the ingredient list. If a certain brand of cat food is labeled as "chicken flavor", but chicken is not the first ingredient on the ingredient list, it means that the chicken content is not high.

It is normal for pets to have a preference for a certain flavor, but it is best for owners to regularly change the flavor or mix different flavors for their pets. This can prevent picky eating habits and prevent panic when this flavor of food is out of stock.

2. How to train Cornish Rex cats not to scratch furniture

1. Cornish Rex cats tend to scratch the same spot or area when they scratch objects. This is because their paws have abundant glands that secrete sticky and odorous liquid. During the scratching process, the liquid adheres to the surface of the scratched object, and the odor of these secretions will attract Cornish Rex cats to scratch the same spot again. In addition, after a Cornish Rex cat wakes up and stretches, it often engages in scratching behavior. Based on these habitual actions of Cornish Rex cats, corresponding measures can be taken for training.

2. Prepare a wooden column for training, about 70 cm long and about 20 cm thick, and fix it upright near the cat's bed, so that Cornish Rex cats can scratch it. The texture of the wooden column should be solid.

3. Start training when the cat is still young. During training, bring the Cornish Rex cat to the wooden column, hold its front legs with both hands, and place it on the wooden column to simulate the scratching action of a cat. In this way, the secretion from the glands on the cat's paws will be applied to the wooden column.

4. After multiple training sessions and with the attraction of the secretion odor, the Cornish Rex cat will start scratching the wooden column. By developing this habit, it will no longer scratch furniture, thus keeping the furniture clean and beautiful.

5. For Cornish Rex cats that have already formed a habit of scratching furniture, during training, cover the outside of the scratched area with plastic boards, wooden boards, etc., and place a solid wooden column or wooden board in front of the scratched area. Use the same method to train the cat to scratch on the wooden column or wooden board. After the Cornish Rex cat develops this habit, slowly move the wooden column or wooden board until it is in the desired position. The distance moved each time should not be too large, preferably 5-10 cm; do not be too hasty.

That's all for the feeding and training of Cornish Rex cats. Some cats may be picky eaters, but this is rare in Cornish Rex cats. They like any kind of cat food and have a strong appetite. This may cause trouble in weight control, so their diet needs to be carefully controlled. When it comes to training, be patient and use the correct training methods. Only with patience and the right training methods can you achieve better results in training your cat.

Grooming time: It is recommended to groom every three days

1. Relax the cat: Before grooming, you can first give the cat a massage, and then proceed with the work after the kitten purrs;

2. Brush along the hair: From the back → waist → hips → tail; when grooming, you can dampen the cat's fur with a small amount of water to reduce static electricity, and brush from top to bottom along the direction of hair growth;

3. Brush from chest to abdomen: Pick up the cat, sit on your lap in a human position, and brush from top to bottom. The cat's belly is more sensitive, so the cat owner must be fast and accurate when grooming;

4. Brush the cat's head and face area: You can brush from the cat's head or face towards the neck, being careful with the cat's eyes;

5. Hair under the armpits and on the belly side: At this time, the cat can lie on its side, lift up its front paws, and brush from the armpits to the side of the abdomen;

6. Finally, use a comb to groom again, remove excess hair, and tidy up the cat's fur, completing the entire process.