Californian Rex

A filiform cat with a long and wavy coat? Yes, it's possible! These cats are the mid-length fur version of the Cornish Rex. The Californian Rex is captivating and exceptional, and intrigues with a special uniqueness and rarity. They are loved for the softness of their coat and the diversity of their colours, and their little wavelets are reminiscent of the hairstyles that were all the rage in the roaring twenties!

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Life expectancy

The Californian Rex has a life expectancy of between 12 and 15 years

Temperament

Adult size

Female Approximately 12 in
Male Approximately 12 in

Adult weight

Female Between 7 and 11 lb
Male Between 7 and 11 lb
Coat colour
Black Brown White Red Cream Blue
Type of coat
Long
Eye colour
Blue
Green
Yellow
Odd-eyed
Good to know

Just like the Cornish Rex, the Californian Rex only gets their wavelets around the age of 5 to 6 months.

More details about the Californian Rex

Californian Rex: Origins and history

The Californian Rex was first developed in the US in the 60s, as a long-haired variant of their Cornish Rex cousin. A number of feline associations didn’t recognise the Californian as a breed in their own right, but rather as a distinct variety of the same breed. These cats remain rare and little-known to this day.

Californian Rex: Purchase price

We do not have enough data to set an average price for a Californian Rex, but the price often varies depending on the lineage, breeding, age or even the sex. Given the rarity of this breed, there is no definitive data on an upper price limit.

For your monthly budget, you will need around £35 per month to meet their needs, by offering them a quality diet and ensuring to keep them in good health.

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