Sphynx Kittens For Sale

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The Sphynx Cat: a naked cat, but furnished with folds
Obviously, the main characteristic that distinguishes the Sphynx from other breeds is its lack of fur *. However, although it is called a "hairless cat," the Sphynx kittens for sale is not completely hairless. Its skin is covered with a soft, warm down that reminds the touch of the texture of a peach. Hair may also appear on the muzzle, behind the ears and at the end of the tail.

Note that many kittens are born with hairs along the spine, but these will disappear with age.

The Sphynx cat for sale does not have whiskers, but this does not prevent it from being a good hunter and living normally.

Ideally, the Sphynx's skin should have as many folds as possible, especially in kittens. Wrinkles are mainly found on the forehead, muzzle, chin, neck and legs.

In order to compensate for its lack of hair, the skin of the Sphynx cat is thicker than that of other breeds of cats. In addition, there is a generous layer of fat under his skin that keeps him warm. Although thick, its skin often shows its pulsating veins. The skin of the Sphynx cat breathes, becomes dirty, tans and reacts like human skin. Thus, in summer, he perspires to dissipate heat and can get sunburned.

* The absence of fur in the hairless cat for sale does not in any way represent a genetic defect or a disease. This phenomenon, called hereditary alopecia, is caused by a gene that has mutated spontaneously and naturally, and not because of genetic manipulation or a health problem.

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