🐈Cornish Rex: gear and buying guides

The Cornish Rex is a slender, athletic cat (2.5 to 4.5 kg) whose wavy coat consists only of undercoat, soft as velvet. This minimalist fur provides little insulation: it seeks warmth and burns energy warming itself up through play. It is an acrobat that needs vertical space and company.

Profile : Slender cat (2.5 to 4.5 kg) with a wavy coat reduced to the undercoat and very high energy.

Cornish Rex gear, family by family

• 🍖 Food

  Very active and barely insulated by its thin coat, the Cornish Rex has a solid appetite: a protein-rich diet served in several small meals suits it. Still keep an eye on the waistline of neutered, less active individuals.

• 🧴 Care & grooming

  Its tightly waved coat is maintained with a gentle hand or a soft rubber glove: firm brushing would damage this delicate fur. A slight excess of sebum can appear on the skin and in the ears, so keep an eye on it.

• 🎾 Toys & enrichment

  An outstanding sprinter and jumper, the Cornish Rex excels at chase and fetch games, which it sometimes plays like a little dog. Rotate toys and set up elevated routes to channel its energy.

• 🏠 Bedding & habitat

  Offer it properly warm beds: a fleece igloo, radiator hammock or self-warming cushion. It appreciates temperate rooms and will avoid cold floors in winter.

• 🧳 Travel & safety

  Light and slim, it travels in an S to M carrier; add a blanket to make up for its low natural insulation. This quick cat slips through gaps easily: check the carrier latch and your windows.

• 🧰 Accessories

  A tall cat tree and wall shelves will put its jumping talent to use. As a complement, a fleece throw in each living area guarantees a warm spot always within paw's reach.

Guides to read

• Kitten food: how to choose the right kibble from 2 to 12 monthsFood

  Which kitten food should you buy? Key criteria (protein, kibble size, DHA), daily portions, budget in euros and how to transition to adult food.

• Wet food or dry food for cats: which should you feed every day?Food

  Wet food or kibble for your cat? Pros and cons, mixed feeding, monthly budget in euros and practical tips for getting the portions right.

• Automatic cat feeder: which one should you choose?Food

  Buying guide for automatic cat feeders: gravity or programmable, capacity, prices from 15 to 150 € and tips for a smooth introduction.

• Slow-feeder bowl for cats: put an end to gulped-down mealsFood

  Why and how to choose a slow-feeder bowl for a cat that vomits after meals: maze designs, materials, prices from 8 to 25 € and fun alternatives.

• Cat-proofing a balcony: safety net or catio?Travel & safety

  How do you make a balcony safe for a cat? Protection nets, catios, no-drill mounting, prices from 15 to 600 € and building rules to check first.

• Cat harness: getting your first walks on a lead rightTravel & safety

  Which cat harness should you choose for safe outings? H-style or vest models, sizing, step-by-step training and prices from 10 to 35 €.

• GPS tracker for cats: follow every outing in real timeTravel & safety

  Which GPS tracker should you choose for your cat? Weight, battery life, subscription, accuracy, prices from 30 to 100 € and the limits of Bluetooth tags.

• Heated beds and pads for cats: winter comfort done rightBedding & habitat

  Electric or self-warming heated pads for cats, insulated outdoor shelters: safety, power use, prices from 15 to 90 € and how to choose.