Selkirk Rex Cat and Kitten Information

The Selkirk Rex is a medium to large cat that comes in both short and long hair. When first born, the coat is curly in appearance. The curl of the coat will grow out only to reappear at about 8 to 10 month s of age. The coat is soft and wooly, and all colors are acceptable for showing including points.

The Selkirk Rex requires a good deal of grooming. Some terms used to describe the Selkirk Rex Cat include affectionate, playful, docile, patient, loving and tolerant. The Selkirk Rex makes a great companion cat.

Brief History of the Selkirk Rex Cat

The Selkirk Rex is a recent cat breed developed in Livingston, Montana by Jeri Newman. The original cat in this breed was born in 1987 to a litter of a rescued, domestic cat. There is also black Persian bred into the mix as well. The Cat Fanciers Association recognized the Selkirk Rex in 2000.

The ancestor of all domestic cats is the African Wildcat, the genus Felis Lybica. This genus is comprised of women's jackets smaller cats. Cats are thought to have been domesticated with the advent of farming and the storage of grain. The grain attracted rats and other vermin which naturally attracted wild cats. As time evolved, certain of these cats were domesticated for the mutual benefit of both cat and man. The African Wildcat has certain features which is obvious in the housecat of today.

Health Considerations

Cats who reside in the house should generally visit the veterinarian yearly, unless health problems are evident. Cats who enjoy the outdoors may need to see the vet as many as four times a year. When you take your cat to the vet, be sure to bring along a fresh stool sample so the vet can do a fecal exam to check for internal parasites such as tapeworm, round worm, whip worms and hook worms. The vet will also check for external parasites such as fleas, ticks and ear mites.

Any vet check should include a dental examination and a cleaning if necessary. Cats who are eight years of age or older are considered geriatric and additional blood and urine tests may be necessary to screen for any health problems. At about six months of age, the kitten should also be examined for sexual maturity and decisions about birth control should be made.

Behavioral Special Considerations

This breed can shed a lot
They are very friendly and fun loving

Selkirk Rex Cat Registries and Clubs

Western Front Sphynx and Rex Fanciers
Rex Cat Fanciers of South Australia
The Rex Cat Association
The Rex Cat Club
Scottish Rex Cat Association
Cat Fanciers Association CFA
International Cat Association TICA
The Traditional Cat Association, Inc TCA
Canadian Cat Association CCA
The Australian Cat Federation Inc
The American Association of Cat Enthusiasts AACE
American Cat Fanciers Association ACFA
United Feline Organization UFO
Cats United International

Selkirk Rex Kittens

Kittens are generally available and the price depends upon bloodlines color and markings. Unlike puppies, kittens should not be separated from their mother until twelve to sixteen weeks of age. Some very important developmental stages occur during this period including emotional, mental and health. Curtailing this development may lead to any number of medical and behavioral problems.

Kittens that are separated from their mother at too young an age often fail to gain weight fast enough, have immune system problems because they have not had enough mothers milk. The may also develop eating and eliminating problems, and can have problems socializing with other cats and with people.

Every cat and kitten is an individual so not everything in this information may be correct for your cat or kitten. This information is meant as a good faith guideline only.