Side view portrait of a Sphynx cat breed with face forward and tail curled up against body
Side view portrait of a Sphynx cat breed with face forward and tail curled up against body

Striking in appearance and attitude, the Sphynx Cat is a hairless cat. They can vary in degrees of hairlessness but are robust, elegant cats that require a lot of attention but will give affection back in spades. 

  • Playfulnesslevel 5 in 5

  • Activity Levellevel 4 in 5

  • Friendliness to Other Petslevel 4 in 5

  • Friendliness to Childrenlevel 4 in 5

  • Grooming Requirementslevel 5 in 5

  • Vocalitylevel 4 in 5

  • Need for attentionlevel 5 in 5

  • Affection towards ownerslevel 5 in 5

  • Docilitylevel 4 in 5

  • Intelligencelevel 5 in 5

  • Independencelevel 1 in 5

  • Hardinesslevel 3 in 5

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