German Rex

About the breed

The German Rex is a friendly European cat with a soft curly coat, lively temperament and good patience with children.

Breed history

The breed history is tied to German curly-coated cats: early mentions go back to the 1930s, while the modern line developed after the discovery of the cat Lämmchen in Berlin in 1951.

Appearance and features

The German Rex has a medium muscular body, developed chest, slim legs, a wedge-shaped face and a short velvety coat with a characteristic wave. Size: medium size. Weight: males: 4–5 kg, females: 3–4 kg. Coat: short-haired with a soft curly coat. Typical colours: any colours and coat patterns.

Temperament

It is a kind, sociable and curious pet. The German Rex loves family life, enjoys play, tolerates children well and usually accepts guests and other pets calmly.

Care and lifestyle

Gentle weekly brushing is usually enough. Weight control, warmth, eye, ear and tooth care and claw trimming about every ten days are important.

Health

The breed is considered robust and has no marked hereditary issues, but food control and a warm resting place matter because of weight gain tendency and cold sensitivity.

Best suited for

Best suited for: families with children, apartments, owners wanting an affectionate, active and patient cat.

Temperament and behavior

It is a kind, sociable and curious pet. The German Rex loves family life, enjoys play, tolerates children well and usually accepts guests and other pets calmly.

Stable behaviour depends on daily attention, a safe environment, play activity and respect for the cat's personal space.

Care and keeping

Gentle weekly brushing is usually enough. Weight control, warmth, eye, ear and tooth care and claw trimming about every ten days are important.

Daily routine

Regular play, clean water, quality food, scratching posts, safe resting spots and routine preventive checks are useful.