Cat Breed of the Week: Sphynx

With its almost hairless body, big ears and pixiesh expression, you'll either love or hate it at first sight. However, if you spend a bit of time around a Sphynx, you'll find them companionable, intelligent, and friendly-- all those qualities one looks for in a pet. Sphynx are outgoing and love to show off, which makes them always sought out in shows.

If you decide you'd love to call a Sphynx your own, you may have to wait. They're still considered rare, and most breeders have waiting lists.

The svelte Sphynx cat pictured is Apaws Arturis of Bemisu. Picture © Bemisu Sphynx