Bald cats: characteristics, types, rules of care

In addition to the cats that nature itself has created, there is now a huge variety of breeds bred by artificial means. Even bald cats already have several subspecies. Each of them has its own character and features that the breeder will have to reckon with.

There are several breeds of bald cats, and they are all differently called. They share common features, but they also have differences. Most of these animals are similar to their fellow - Siamese cats. They have the same huge and bulging eyes, a slightly pointed attractive face, large, almost half of the head, ears, but thin legs and tail. What distinguishes them is the partial or total absence of wool.

In addition, these cats have a very unusual eye color. Most often it is blue or orange. Modern cats without hair are slightly different from the very first representatives of this breed. Virtually all of them do not have a mustache. Since they look like aliens, many people call them "moon cats".

Color in naked animals is quite diverse. There are gray and black, and fiery beauties. But the reason for their appearance in the world was not disclosed until the end. Although many sources say that the first cats appeared in antiquity and were mainly kept in the temples of the Aztecs.

Some people completely dislike such breeds of cats because of their repulsive appearance. However, having got acquainted a little closer with them, it is easy to change the opinion in the opposite direction.

After all, such animals are very devoted to their owners. They practically do not know fear, are not vindictive, very affectionate. Bald cats can sit all day in the hands of their owner, if only they would stroke them a little. In addition, they love to touch their little faces, and also love kisses.

Such cats are not afraid of strangers and almost immediately can jump on their knees. They are smart enough, literally from the first time they remember their sleeping place, as well as the place of feeding. Very quickly they begin to respond to their name, they instantly get accustomed to the tray, and after 1-2 days they go to it independently. In addition, bald cats perfectly remember the commands and can even learn how to bring sneakers to their master.

They are not conflicted, they love small children, they get along perfectly with other pets in the house. But at the same time, those who decided to start such a pet should be ready almost always to be in the zone of his vision. After all, only the owner goes to another room, the animal begins to meow, and also to scratch a closed door.

Those who want to learn more about these unusual beauties, it is necessary to study the breed of bald cats.

The first cat of this breed appeared in the twentieth century in Canada, his mother was an ordinary cat. Therefore, the mutation occurred naturally. After conducting a series of experiments, a completely unique look came out.

If we talk about their standards, they are as follows:

• the weight of the cat does not exceed 6 kilograms;
• physique is well developed, they have a wide chest;
• paws of Canadian sphinxes are very thin and have long toes, front paws slightly shorter from the back;
• the tail is most often completely hairless, but some cats may have a brush at the very end;
• the head of the animal is wedge-shaped, its nose is short, its ears are large and wide;
• eyes are very piercing;
• no mustache;
• skin is smooth and very pleasant to the touch, may have a different color;
• on the neck, legs and forehead there are deep folds, which is considered the main feature of this breed.

Almost all Canadians are very loyal and independent. In addition, they are gentle and gentle, they can even get along with children. Many consider them healers, as they can relieve a person from headaches.

This breed is quite young. She came from an ordinary stray cat whose name was Barbara. She had a dominant hairless gene, which was later passed on to descendants. Don Naked cat received official recognition only in 1996. Its standards are as follows:

• they have a very strong constitution, and their weight does not exceed 7 kilograms;
• the length of the body is average, the legs are slender;
• tail straight and long;
• the head is wedge-shaped;
• flat forehead with folds that resemble a fan spread out;
• Their muzzle is semicircular, and the nose is medium;
• antennae thick, but different in size;
• ears are erect, slightly rounded at the tips;
• eyes resemble almonds, they are always slightly covered;
• skin is velvet and elastic;
• there are small folds on the legs, neck, and head;
• Color may be different.

In addition, this breed can be divided into several types:

• brushes have slightly twisted fur, and some areas on the head, abdomen, and neck are bald;

• in flocks the hair is almost invisible, to the touch it is very soft and soft;

• rubber sphinxes are completely bald;

• have velor there is a very short down.

Don sphinxes are quite playful and mobile. They have a gentle nature, they are very attached to their owners, they love young children, they get along well with other pets.

This breed was bred in St. Petersburg in the 90s of the twentieth century. Experts wanted to get beautiful and elegant animals with oriental appearance and completely bare skin. Already at the beginning of the XIX century, this breed was recognized by the World Organization of Felinologists. The standards of the peterbolds were also defined:

1. quite muscular physique;
2. cats have long legs and the same long tail;
3. weight in animals does not exceed more than 4-5 kilograms;
4. Their muzzle is narrow, with large ears, which have English set;
5. at the same time the forehead is very flat, and the vibrissae are curly.

These cats are interesting and delicate animals that can recognize the mood of their owner. At the same time, they are intelligent and affectionate, curious and loyal. They love little people and get along well with other pets that live in the house.

They appeared as a result of crossing the lop-eared cats with the Don Sphynx. The result was animals that have:

• strong build;
• long and thick paws;
• the muzzle is round, there are eyebrows;
• nose very neat and straight;
• eyes are almond-shaped, with different shades;
• the fur is completely absent, however the body has a light velor fluff;
• around the ears, eyes and on the neck there are small folds.

This is one of the most expensive and rare breeds of cats, which appeared as a result of the crossing of the Canadian Sphynx and Curl American. Its standards are as follows:

• the constitution of such cats is muscular, but at the same time thin;
• legs are slender and long;
• the tail is thin and long;
• face shape is wedge-shaped;
• nose is wide enough and straight;
• ears slightly stretched back, but have very sharp tips;
• the weight of an animal can be up to 6-8 kilograms;
• There is practically no wool, only a little behind the ears, on the tail and a little on the paws;
• the colored elf can be in any color, sometimes even cats with a spotty color can be found;
• on the neck, on the legs and tail there are folds.

Elves are very capricious and vindictive, they do not allow themselves to be offended. But if the owner shows his love for such cats, they will answer the same. In addition, such cats do not like loneliness at all, therefore they literally follow on their heels behind their masters. If there are other pets in the house, they will try to make friends with them.

This breed of cats is considered a copy of elves and differs only in smaller sizes. Their standards are as follows:

• the constitution is strong and rather muscular, with a massive breast, and the weight does not exceed more than 3 kilograms;
• the body is slightly elongated, and the tail is not very long, slightly pointed at the tip;
• the head is large, with a soft chin, with a small nose;
• the ears are large with slightly curved ends;
• his eyes are round;
• There is practically no wool, only a little on the ears, on the muzzle and on the tail there is a small down;
• skin color can be very different, for example, a very beautiful gray or white cat with short legs, you can also find an animal and purple or even black.

This is a new breed, which was born at the beginning of this century. She quickly became popular not only because of her appearance, but also because of her affectionate and friendly nature. Its characteristics are as follows:

• well developed physique;
• short legs;
• tail is of medium length;
• small muzzle with a wedge-shaped form;
• beautiful and big eyes;
• the skin is completely woolless.

In addition, you can even keep such animals for people with allergies.

This is the most bald breed of cats. After all, she does not even have hair follicles, and also her eyebrows and mustaches are completely absent. Today the number of such cats in the world is very small, up to 95 individuals. They appeared in Hawaii at the end of the twentieth century. Their standards are as follows:

• the body is rather muscular, with a tail twisted into a ring;
• paws long and strong;
• the head is wedge-shaped;
• both nose and ears are big;
• the skin is very dense and tender to the touch.

Kokhans are fairly loyal animals, but at the same time independent, easy to train.

Such a half-beautiful beauty turned out as a result of crossing a sphinx with an American shorthair cat. As a result, real werewolves were born. The entire body of the animal is covered with shreds of short fur. However, the paws, as well as the areas near the eyes, are completely bald. Standards:

• beautiful slim and muscular physique;
• long and thin paws;
• slightly curled tail;
• small heart shaped head;
• large ears;
• the color can be white or silver.

Before you buy such a bald handsome man, you need to know everything about his breeders. On whether the kitten has a pedigree, as well as the necessary registration documents. They should indicate that the cat being bought is a purebred representative of the breed. This will make it possible in the future not only to breed, but also sell future offspring, if it appears.

It is imperative to make sure that the kitten is completely healthy and did not hurt before, whether he was vaccinated. In addition, it is necessary with special attention to examine the entire kitten and make sure that its skin is clean, without skin diseases.

You also need to ask about its price, because if it is underestimated, it may mean that the kitten is blood-tinted. It is necessary that you like a kitten. After all, he will always be in front of his eyes. In addition, you need to know what his character, which is also important for its content.

Choosing a name for your pet will be very difficult. After all, these animals are special and, accordingly, this should be their nickname. It is best to choose a nickname where there are hissing letters, so the cat will quickly get used to the name. You can pick it up depending on the color, breed, on his character and habits. It also happens that the owners give nicknames after the kitten got into the house, focusing on some of its features.

For example, you can give a name by color. If the cat is black, you can call it Black or Black, if it is pink, you can call Pink. The girl can be called Cleopatra in honor of the Egyptian Queen, or Isis in honor of the goddess. You can also call her Bagira, if her skin is completely black.

However, it often happens that the breeders have already named the kitten, and then such a problem will disappear by itself. Also, only initial letters can be indicated in the passport.

For those breeders who have opted for keeping hairless animals, you need to know that these animals will need not only attention, but also special care. In addition, you need to monitor their health.

Those people who live too active life should remember that both kittens and adult cats require a lot of attention, and they also do not tolerate loneliness.

Since the animals are completely bald, they are very afraid of the cold and may freeze. Therefore, for them, you can buy clothes in special stores or sew them yourself. The best place for such cats to be placed closer to the battery or near the heater. However, it is necessary to secure this place so that the kitten is not burned.

In addition, it is necessary to walk the cats very carefully, so that the sun's rays do not scorch their delicate skin.

Special attention should be paid to the feeding of animals. Food can be both industrial and natural. If preference is given to the first, then it should be chosen taking into account the age of his ward. In addition, it is necessary to take into account the state of the animal. So, to neutered or pregnant cats should be a different attitude, including in terms of nutrition.

If preference is given to natural feeding, then it must be balanced. It should include the following products:

• boiled chicken or beef meat, which must be without bones and skin;
• boiled vegetables, for example, beets or peppers, fresh cucumbers;
• some greens, such as parsley or dill;
• various cereals are rice, oatmeal, and buckwheat, as well as wheat groats;
• once a week, you can give a little low-fat cottage cheese;
• sea ​​fish;
• boiled chicken or quail eggs;
• 3 times a week, you must give the cat beer brewer's yeast;
• crackers - with their help, the cat can brush their teeth.

Since the cat's skin is very delicate, it must be looked after. In the folds that are on the body of the animal, dirt can accumulate. Therefore, to prevent this, it is necessary to rinse these places with shampoo, the best for children. It does not cause them discomfort, on the contrary, animals of this breed love to splash in the water completely.

It is necessary to ensure that no water gets into the ears of a bald, handsome man. To do this, you can close them with tampons. In the bathroom, the water should not exceed more than 37 degrees. In addition, it is necessary to put a mat on the bottom of the tank so that the pet does not slip. If you do not, then the cat may just be offended. But they are very afraid of the soul, so it is best to wash the shampoo with your palms. If the cat does not like to bathe, then it should simply be wiped with cotton pads, previously soaked in children's lotion.

The skin of such pets dries out very quickly, so it must be lubricated with the help of baby cream.

If you want to please your cat, you need to learn to play with it. But you need to choose such games, which will be like the pet, and not the owner himself. You can try to run around with her, but if you do not like it, then suggest that she just take a walk.

However, it is necessary to train cats to order from the first, so that they do not break anything during the game. Any cat will be interested to run for a ball or a piece of gum tied to a string. You can also buy or make your own various toys for the animal. You can make a simple cardboard square, which the cat can immediately break. But it will protect all the furniture in the house from its claws.

Summarizing, we can say that Bald cats are perfect for content in any home. After all, these are the most good-natured and loyal animals of all existing cats.

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