Devon Rex

The Devon Rex is a breed of cat with a curly, very soft short coat similar to that of the Cornish Rex. They are often thought of as one of the most hypoallergenic cats available because of their type of coat. However, they are technically not hypoallergenic.

The first Devon was discovered by Beryl Cox[1] in Buckfastleigh, Devon, UK, in 1959.[2] The breed was initially thought to be linked with the Cornish Rex; however, test mating proved otherwise.[2]

A devon rex kitten in Australia exhibiting typical personality traits of exploring and climbing whilst walking on a lead

The typical Devon is active, mischievous, playful, and very people-orientated. They have been described as a cross between a cat, a dog and a monkey[1] (or, more famously, as "a monkey in a cat suit"). They are high-jumpers and will try to occupy any space large enough to admit them. With this trait, they are often found in odd nooks and crannies of a closet, shelf, or laundry basket. Devons prefer to be in high places and will go to great lengths to get to the highest spot in a room. They are relatively easy to take care of. Most Devons also have one central person to whom they devote their love, and on whom they will most often lie and rub. They like to playfully nip, and love to play throughout their lives.

They are a very intelligent breed; the typical Devon Rex can be trained to walk on a leash, fetch or perform all manner of tricks usually associated with canines, like jump, heel and tag to name a few.[1]

Another common trait is their show of affection: they have a particular penchant for being close to the head or neck of their human companions and can often be found mounted upon one's shoulder or nestled into the cranny created by the neck and shoulder when one is prone. The Devon Rex is a faithful companion and will usually follow the object of their affection from room to room, waiting for the opportunity to leap onto their arms, lap, or shoulder.[1]

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  A 12 year old calico devon rex named Charlie gets into all of our bags and has too much fun making mischief.
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  A 10-year-old male Devon Rex, Gizmo enjoying one of his favourite hobbies, playing with shopping bags.
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  A "blue smoke" Devon Rex exhibits her unusually big ears.
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  A playful male Devon Rex lies in a bag of groceries.
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  Devon Rex cats with Siamese colourings are known as Si Rex.
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  A Devon Rex with curly, soft coat typical to this breed
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  Female Devon Rex in cat tree
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  Black smoke Devon Rex named Rolex
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  Female Devon Rex named Vilisa
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  Male Devon Rex named Frutis
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  Female Devon Rex named Merle'
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  Female Devon Rex named Abby lies next to radiator.
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  Truffles and Peanut doing what they do best, being cute
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  Yoshimi the Devon Rex, aged 4 months
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  Female Tortoiseshell Devon Rex named Akiko, aged 7 months
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  Monty, a male Devon Rex

• Cornish Rex
• German Rex
• Selkirk Rex
• LaPerm