About the Sphynx:

​

Sphynx are not like your typical domestic house cats. They are extremely affectionate, highly intelligent, and playful. These kitties are very inquisitive. They are constantly investigating everything and want to be in the middle of whatever your doing. Their unique look and personalities is what makes them highly sought after.  You may find them jumping in the bathtub with you, balled up in your lap while watching tv, fetching balls, or even perched on your shoulder while playing at your computer or sitting at the dinner table. Sphynx are notorious for stealing food :) Don't be surprised if they take the food right out of your hand and run off :)

​

So where did these peculiar creatures originate?

​

The Sphynx breed although thought to be an Egyptian breed or associated with Egypt, actually originated in Canada in 1966 when a domestic gave birth to a hairless kitten. It was through a natural mutation that the Sphynx breed started. To keep this natural mutation going the Sphynx were bred to other breeds such as the Devon Rex which carries to most similar genetics. Since there was such a limited gene pool they were also bred to domestics and then back to other Sphynx to add hybrid vigor, creating a genetically sound cat while widening the gene pool.