Better known as the Egyptian cat, the Sphynx was the first breed of cat to be born hairless. These kittens are healthy like any other, and the absence of fur is only possible due to a genetic characteristic of the breed itself. Find below the value of egyptian cat, a species that has become popular all over the world.
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The cat that has no fur
When the first Sphynx puppies were born in Canada, around the 60's, many people speculated that they would be sick cats, since naturally these cats are born with a small amount of by the.
Initially named Canadian Naked, this species only received the name of Sphynx (sphinx, in English) and became popular around the world in 1998. As the sphinxes are monuments of Egypt, this breed was named after the Egyptian cat in Brazil.
The fact that it does not have hair has made this cat the darling of people who are allergic or have a respiratory problem, as it does not spread hair around the house. Typically, these kittens have a few hairs on the ear and tail, almost imperceptible.
How much does it cost?
Before establishing the price, it is important to know that it will vary according to the origin of the animal. That is, the value depends on whether the cat has Pedigree (certified registration of the breed) and is already vaccinated and dewormed, if it is a puppy, its size, sex, color, etc.
For this reason, you can find a wide range of prices, namely:
- Male puppies: R$3,500 to R$7,000.
- Female puppies: R$5,000 to R$8,000.
Necessary care for the breed
You can already imagine that, because they don't have hair, Egyptian cats demand more attention than other breeds. This is due to the fact that the absence of this coverage makes the skin much more oily, therefore requiring the caregiver/tutor to clean it every two days. To do this, just use some wet wipes indicated for animals or bathe them.
Furthermore, the sun can irritate the skin if it is exposed for long periods. Therefore, it is best to apply sunscreen to the cat and prevent the cat from being in the sun during the hottest hours, such as from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.