Selkirk Rex

The Selkirk Rex is a sturdy, curly-coated cat with a gentle nature. Its easygoing and friendly temperament makes it get along well with other cats and even dogs. It is calm yet also active and playful. Coat care is simple.

Temperament

The Selkirk Rex has a gentle and calm nature, making it great with other cats and even dogs. This active and playful cat is a wonderful companion for children. Friendly and easygoing, it adapts well to apartment living. Grooming is minimal—brushing twice a month is enough to keep its coat in good condition.

Physical Characteristics

Colour

All colour variations are allowed, with pure colours being preferred. A white chest patch is also permitted.

Body, Legs, and Tail

The Selkirk Rex has a medium-length, rectangular, and stocky body. It is relatively heavy with well-developed muscles and strong bones. Its medium-length legs end in large, round paws. The tail is medium-length, thick, and has a rounded tip.

Head, Ears, and Eyes

The Selkirk Rex has a medium-sized, round, and broad head. Its forehead is rounded, and both males and females have full cheeks. The muzzle is short and square with a slightly curved nose. Even its whiskers and eyelashes are curled, just like its coat. The jaws are strong, and the medium-sized ears are set wide apart with slightly rounded tips. The ear flaps are covered in curly fur. The eyes are large, round, and widely spaced, with a colour that complements the coat.

Coat

The Selkirk Rex has a thick coat with distinctive loose curls, most prominent around the neck and tail. The curls cover the entire body, with no bald spots. The undercoat is dense, and the coat continues to develop until the cat is about two years old. There are both long-haired and short-haired Selkirk Rex varieties.