German Rex Cats 101 : Fun Facts & Myths
Channel: Kitten Life
Date: 2021-01-01

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In today's video, we are going to talk about some interesting facts and myths about the German Rex Cat.


The German Rex is a natural cat breed cat, which means they developed without the need for human intervention. These felines are known for being affectionate, loyal, and playful.

The German Rex is originally from East Prussia and is characterized by its short and curly hair.

They're the first breed of frizzy-haired cats that have been discovered.

Cats of the German Rex breed make excellent companions. They’re tolerant of humans and other animals alike, and their strong social side means that they’ll instantly fit in with your family. They’re also smart kitties, so ensure that you’ll be able to provide enough time and interaction to keep the cat satisfied and happy.

It's recommended to give them an interactive cat toy and scratcher to keep your smart German Rex busy. You should also pick up this comfy, medium cat carrier for traveling with your furry friend.

You may find these cats in shelters and rescues, so remember to adopt. Don’t shop if you’re looking to add one of these kitties to your home.


Here are some of the interesting facts about the German Rex Cat, which will give you some further insight into its characteristics and temperament.


1. German Rex's History.

The German cat originated from Germany as its name would suggest, in the 19 '50s. At the time, Dr. Rose Scheuer-Karpin found a frizzy-haired black and white cat in the hospital garden where she was working in Buch. She decided to name her Lämmchen, "little lamb" in German and proceeded to breed her.

To fix the frizzy hair gene, Dr. Scheuer-Karpin decided to mate her with one of the male cats from her litter. This is how German Rex breeding began.

However, the breed was still having problems, so breeders decided to cross it with the Cornish Rex breed.

They were subsequently recognized by The International Feline Foundation. However, the Cat Fanciers' Association, still associates the breed with the Cornish Rex.

The breed to this day is still very rare, and certain german breeders are working on developing it and making sure it remains. To avoid problems with consanguinity, they aim to cross-breed with smooth-haired cats.

These days, you may find the German Rex breed in shelters or in the care of rescue groups. So make sure to consider adoption if you decide that this is the cat for you.


2. German Rex's Appearance.

The German Rex is a medium-sized, slim cat, similar to the European Shorthair with a round head, round eyes, and rounded ears. It has short, curly hair. It comes in all colors, like cream, blue, brown, red, fawn, platinum, frost, seal, champagne, lavender, cinnamon, chestnut, or chocolate, and all patterns, like bicolor, calico, ticking, tabby, shaded, pointed, smoke and tortoiseshell.


3. German Rex's Size. 

The German Rex is a small to medium-sized cat. As is always the case, exact size standards might vary.

Most German Rex cats weigh in at five to eight pounds. Some cats can be smaller or larger than the average for their breed.


4. German Rex's Breed Characteristics.

The German Rex has curly fur that feels super soft and velvety, like a stuffed animal. Exactly how you imagine a mole’s fur might feel. It’s supposed to be even softer than the fur of the Devon Rex.

The fur of the German Rex is so incredibly soft because this animal has no awn hairs. Awn hairs are slightly thicker at the end. When you pet this coat, you can feel the slightly thicker ends and this makes it feel more coarse and wiry. There is also kemp in the plant world, at the top of ears of grain.


5. German Rex's Personality.

The German Rex is a balanced and patient cat. They are renowned for being sociable and adapting very well to their environment, appreciating the company of other animals. They are also known to become quite attached to their owners, bringing them cuddles and affection.

In general, you can expect the German Rex to be a very active and very loving cat. You'll definitely need to be willing to provide your German Rex with a lot of attention, whether that's instigating playtimes or letting the cat come and snuggle up to you on the couch or in bed.

This cat will form a very strong bond with the humans in their life, and they also enjoy being picked up and handled. But it's important to underscore that you'll definitely need to be very involved in this breed's life on a day to day basis. This is a smart feline that will happily learn to play fetch and will love solving problems to secure treats.