How to Get a Sphynx Kitten

The Sphynx cat originated from a natural mutation in 1966 in Canada. A litter of cats were born hairless and bred from there on as the Sphynx breed. Sphynx actually have varying degrees of a fine, downy coat. They are also quite different from regular haired cats because Sphynx are not aloof. They will sit on your lap or shoulder and snuggle under the covers with you at night to keep warm. Due to their hairlessness, they get cold and will need to be kept warm. They also have a higher body temperature and higher metabolism, which makes them eat more food than a normal cat.

Things You'll Need

  • Money
  • Blankets
  • Bedding
  • Food
  • Water
  • Cat carrier
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Instructions

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      Familiarize yourself with the Sphynx breed first by reading articles on the breed. Make notes about the qualities you like or dislike. Learn as much as you can about the breed, such as how the Sphynx cats require weekly bathing, nail and ear care. Decide how much you are prepared to spend and develop a budget for items such as blankets, beds, food, vet bills and altering. Keep in mind that the price of a Sphynx kitten varies from breeder to breeder, but as of 2010, the average price is in the range of $900 to $1500, depending on bloodline and quality.

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      Search the Internet for Sphynx breeders or Sphynx catteries. Read through the different websites to find a breeder who appeals to you. Confirm that the breeder has kittens available. Visit the breeder if possible so you can see whether the cats are cared for and whether the cattery is clean and disease-free. Ask the breeder a lot of questions. Put down a deposit for a kitten to hold it until it is ready to go to your home, usually between 14 and 16 weeks of age. Do not give up if no kittens are available because most breeders will take a deposit and place you on a waiting list for a future litter.

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      Find Sphynx rescue sites on the Internet or through your veterinarian if you cannot afford a Sphynx kitten. Be prepared to make a donation to the rescue facility to cover some of the costs that was paid to feed the cat. Visit the facility to make sure the Sphynx cats are being cared for. Bring a cat carrier for your new cat's safety.

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      Take your new Sphynx kitten home and have it examined by a veterinarian within 24 hours if possible, or within 72 hours at the latest. Keep your kitten separated from all other cats in the household until it has been examined and vaccinated, if vaccinations are due, and cleared of any problems. Be prepared to have a constant friend who craves your attention.