2006-08-19 18:13:56 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Check out this. They are called Savannahs. A cross between an African Serval and a Domesticated Cat, they are awesome.
2006-08-19 18:17:37 · answer #1 · answered by boxing_fan_4_wlad 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In 1966 a domestic cat gave birth to a hairless kitten in Toronto, Canada. It was discovered to be a natural mutation and the Sphynx cat, as we know it today, came into existence. This cat and a few other naturally hairless cats have been found worldwide. These have been spontaneously produced by Mother Nature and are the foundation for this unusual breed. Cat breeders in Europe and North America have bred the Sphynx to normal coated cats and then back to hairless for more than thirty years. The purpose of these selective breedings was to create a genetically sound cat with a large gene pool and hybrid vigor.
The Sphynx is an affectionate, happy companion cat. They are sociable, alert, and very curious. Their skin feels warm and soft to the touch and they make a good bed companion on cold nights. This is a very robust breed with few health or genetic problems. They are a substantial cat, medium sized but strong. An adult female will weigh 6-8 pounds, a male is about 8-10 pounds. Sphynx have sturdy boning and good muscle development and should have a bit of a belly. They have an open-eyed, intelligent face and a friendly expression. Sphynx cats love to be looked at. They have an abundance of energy and mischief and are always with you, on you or showing off for you. This cat is not always totally hairless - sometimes there is a fine layer of hair on the body - the texture of down. The skin texture resembles suede and the pigment of the skin and the few hairs they have on the nose and tail classifies their color. The males are generally larger than the females. They love human companionship but enjoy the company of other pets as well.
2006-08-19 18:18:54 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Love them! Although I haven't heard of short-legged Sphinx.
2006-08-19 18:21:38 · answer #3 · answered by Tara Dk 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi Suzy...yes, they are called Munchkin Sphynx, but the official breed name may potentially be changed. They are a recently have been bred to create a designer mix breed. Something similar to Labradooble dogs (Labs/Poodle mix).
2006-08-19 18:47:05 · answer #4 · answered by ♪ Seattle ♫ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure if you mean Canadian Sphinx cats or not, but if you mean it, I can say yes I have heard about it.
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2006-08-19 18:24:08 · answer #5 · answered by egymah 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ya they look really fat they live in cold areas I think
2006-08-19 18:17:10 · answer #6 · answered by puddingizcool 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i believe so if they are the ones with the stubby tails
2006-08-19 18:17:56 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no..
2006-08-19 18:17:51 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋