Dwelf: features of the breed and rules for caring for cats

Choosing a cat is a big responsibility. With the variety of breeds available, it is important to choose a pet that will be a good friend. After all, each breed has its own advantages and disadvantages, animals differ in appearance and character. Fans of hairless cats should take a closer look at the Dwarf breed, find out its features and rules for caring for animals.

Many people fell in love with sphinxes for their exotic appearance, kind disposition, and for those who are allergic to wool, this is a great chance to have a pet and not take pills regularly. The dwelf belongs to new breeds, not yet fully studied, its appearance is even more unusual and interesting than that of the sphinxes. A smooth-haired cat has large ears, the ends of which are bent back. This appearance gives the likeness of a fairy-tale creature that resembles an elf.

The breed arose by crossing the Canadian Sphynx and the American Curl. This breed is considered to be experimental. The cat has absorbed the basic qualities from two breeds: it received a smooth surface from the sphinx, and unusual ears and good health from a curl.

It is believed that dwarves are more resistant to various diseases than sphinxes, and their immunity is stronger. With its flexibility and gracefulness, the cat has well-developed muscles. They have short and strong limbs. The cats are larger, the cats are smaller. But due to the lack of wool, they seem very miniature. But in fact, their weight is not so great, this is a medium-sized breed. A weight of 3 kilograms is normal for a cat. The cat can be larger. The tail in animals is thin and long, similar to that of a rat.

Eyes attract attention as much as unusual ears. They are very large, round and expressive.The color can be blue, yellow, green, individuals with different eye colors are often found.

The cat of this breed has no wool, it is very warm to the touch, the surface resembles delicate velvet. The color of the skin can be gray, beige, with a blue tint, white and even with specks all over the body or in some places.

D-elves do not like to be alone, they just need the presence of a person. Therefore, very often they follow the owner everywhere and can simply be nearby and watch his actions, no matter what he does. They cannot be left alone in the apartment for a long time, they get bored and feel lonely.

These cats are very friendly and treat all family members well, although they can choose one owner. They do not mind being taken in their arms, they can purr for hours in the arms of the owner. Get along well with young children. They calmly accept new pets and get along well with them, no matter who it is: a dog or a rat, a cat or a rabbit. There will be no aggression on their part.

But, like all cats, dwarves are vengeful. They just won't show negative qualities. But if you offend them, it is possible that revenge will not be long in coming. The cat will not tolerate the manifestation of rudeness towards itself. Given that this cat has a high intelligence, any issues can be resolved peacefully. You can kindly explain to the cat and tune it to the right habits, but in no case offend or use force.

The animal can withdraw into itself, harbor resentment, and trust in the owner will be lost forever... Therefore, the owner should be patient and demonstrate his love for the animal. The cat feels good about itself and will appreciate it. With the right attitude towards her, she will become a reliable and devoted friend.

A kitten of this breed is usually curious and playful, but the older the cat, the more laziness overcomes it. And she is more likely to be found lying on the couch than jumping through the closets.

The attractive appearance, good mood and behavior of a cat depends on how the owner takes care of it, whether it takes proper care of it.

• Due to the lack of hair, these cats need more warmth than their plush and fluffy cousins. Therefore, cold and drafts are destructive for them. When the room is cold, they tend to keep warm in the arms of the owner and most often like to sleep under a blanket. Many people buy or sew clothes for bald cats themselves, who feel comfortable in it and do not even resist when the owner puts it on.

• Delicate skin requires special care. It needs to be wiped with wet wipes, and periodically bathe the pet. By the way, they treat water procedures well and do not be capricious when they are bathed.

• You also need to regularly care for your ears.... They accumulate a large amount of sulfur, so they should be cleaned with a cotton swab dipped in a special spray that can be purchased at the pet store. In addition, claws should be trimmed periodically.

• Kittens get used to the litter box immediately. And most often the cat teaches them to do this. At home, it is enough to show him a new place and pour in a familiar filler, to which the baby is already accustomed. A distinctive feature of cats of this breed is that they do not mark territory. Therefore, such problems are extremely rare.

• As for nutrition, you need to choose one of the options: feed with specialized feed or homemade food. If you choose the first option, then the food can be purchased at the pet store, there are special foods for bald cats, which contain all the necessary vitamins and minerals for the development and health of the cat.In the second option, the cat must receive all the necessary nutrients, which means that she needs to be given cereals, meat, and fish, and include vegetables and dairy products in the diet.

• To avoid various diseases, you need to regularly do all the necessary vaccinations. With proper care and nutrition, cats of this breed can live up to 16-18 years.

• Keeping a kitten needs more attention... He needs either special food for kittens, or he needs to be fed with cereals, ground meat and fish. But this is only the first 2 months. Then the baby will grow up, and you can give him food in pieces. Hygienic care is the same as for an adult cat, which includes treating the skin, ears, claw trimming.

From the first days of appearance in the house, it is important to form the correct habits in the pet. Show him the tray. And if for some reason the kitten shit in another place, do not scold him, but show him the way to the tray.

For the cat's fun, you can purchase a play set. But given the fact that dwarves are calmer cats by nature than representatives of other breeds, you should not spend money on an expensive and large complex. Much more useful for a bald cat will be a cozy house where it will warm itself in the cold, or a soft bed on which it will be happy to spend time.

See the video about Dwelf cats below.