The Canadian Hairless Cat is a relatively new breed of cat, having only been developed in the early 21st century. However, the hairless cats that the Canadian Hairless Cat is derived from have a long history. Hairless cats are believed to have originated in Africa, where they were prized by the Egyptians for their unique appearance. These cats were then brought to Europe by traders, where they quickly became popular pets. It is thought that the Canadian Hairless Cat was developed by crossing hairless cats from Europe with domestic cats from Canada.