German Rex

Place of Origin-Germany

Shorthairs

Weight : Weight-6–10lb (2.5–4.5kg)

Just after the end of World War II, a feral cat adopted in Berlin became the founding female of this breed. As the German Rex was established, cats were imported to other parts of Europe and the US. The wavy coat of this cat results from the same mutant gene found in the Cornish Rex, which for a time was included in German Rex breeding programs. In some countries, these two breeds are not considered separate. A friendly and good-natured cat, the German Rex enjoys playtime with anyone but also appreciates quiet moments spent close to its owners. Since the short coat does not absorb natural oils efficiently, regular bathing is necessary.