Facts about Devon Rex

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   Your Devon Rex's body temperature runs approximately 1-2 degrees Fahrenheit higher than most cat breeds, contributing to their preference for warm environments and human companionship.

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   Webbed paws between the toes of Devon Rex cats provide enhanced grip and climbing ability, an unusual feature among domestic cat breeds.

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   Curly or wavy whiskers are a distinctive trait found in Devon Rex cats, resulting from the same genetic mutation that produces their distinctive coat texture.

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   An extremely high metabolism requires Devon Rex cats to eat multiple small meals daily, consuming roughly 40% more calories per pound of body weight than average domestic cats.

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   Devon Rex cats weigh only 2.5 to 3.5 kilograms on average, making them among the smallest domestic cat breeds despite their large ear-to-body proportions.

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   The Devon Rex's oversized ears can rotate up to 180 degrees, giving the breed exceptional hearing capabilities compared to other domestic cats.

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   Soft, wavy fur covering the Devon Rex breed originated from a single kitten born in Devon, England in 1960 named Kirlee.

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