Sphynx

The Sphynx is a unique, hairless breed known for its playful nature and affectionate temperament.

3-5 kg

Weight (kg)

20-25 cm

Height (cm)

12-15 years

Life Expectancy

Mutation

Breed Group

Canada

ORIGIN

Physical
Shedding Level %

coat grooming frequency %

HYPOALLERGENIC RATING %

General Care

Needs skin cleaning and warmth

Hairless

COAT TYPE

Hairless

COAT LENGTH
Personality
Energy Level %

Trainability Level %

Mental Stimulation Needs %

Exercise Needs

Moderate
Social
openness to strangers %

adaptability level %

playfulness level %

Lifestyle

Needs warmth and attention
Family
Affectionate with family %

good with young children %

good with other dogs %

good with cats %

Temperament

Playful, Curious, Affectionate
Health
health rating %

Top health issues

Breed Health

Sensitive skin and temperature regulation
History
Breed History

Sphynx cats originated in Canada and were selectively bred for their hairless trait.

See KUSA Breed Standards

Shedding Level %

coat grooming frequency %

HYPOALLERGENIC RATING %

General Care

Needs skin cleaning and warmth

Hairless

COAT TYPE

Hairless

COAT LENGTH

Energy Level %

Trainability Level %

Mental Stimulation Needs %

Exercise Needs

Moderate

openness to strangers %

adaptability level %

playfulness level %

Lifestyle

Needs warmth and attention

Affectionate with family %

good with young children %

good with other dogs %

good with cats %

Temperament

Playful, Curious, Affectionate

health rating %

Top health issues

Breed Health

Sensitive skin and temperature regulation

Breed History

Sphynx cats originated in Canada and were selectively bred for their hairless trait.

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