🍖Feeding a Cornish Rex: ration, kibble and hydration
Cornish Rex : 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.
In short: Slender cat (2.5 to 4.5 kg) with a wavy coat reduced to the undercoat and very high energy. A greyhound of a cat in permanent gallop, an exuberant acrobat that stays kitten-minded for years. Its coat, reduced to a wavy undercoat, insulates poorly: a stable indoor temperature and fleece blankets are part of its basic kit.
The daily ration of a Cornish Rex
A strict carnivore of 2.5 to 4.5 kg, the Cornish Rex eats about 35 to 55 g of kibble a day — or mixed feeding with wet food, valuable for hydration. Its high activity burns through the ration: split it into several small meals or use a puzzle feeder.
Breed-specific needs
A breed without exotic dietary needs: quality comes first — named animal proteins at the top of the list, moderate carbohydrates, fresh water at will. The health point to know: patellar luxation — regular vet check-ups adjust the diet before trouble sets in.
Water and budget
Cats drink little and badly: a water fountain multiplies drinking sessions, a genuine urinary-health issue. Budget-wise, plan €20 to €40 a month to feed a Cornish Rex properly, wet food included. Our label pointers are detailed on the full Cornish Rex profile.
Frequently asked questions
How much kibble for a Cornish Rex?
Count on 35 to 55 g a day at 2.5 to 4.5 kg, adjusted to neutering, activity and the wet share of the ration; weigh the cat rather than heed its complaints.
Does a Cornish Rex need a special diet?
No breed-specific food is essential: a good strict-carnivore diet does the job, while keeping an eye on patellar luxation.
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