Cornish Rex

Just before Thanksgiving, I spent the weekend in St. Louis with my best friend, who has three wonderful cats...

Meshka (DSH),
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Mowgli (Bengal),
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and Pikey (Cornish Rex).
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While I fell in love with all three, I espically loved Pikey. He would curl up on my legs to sleep every night and was just a huge cuddle bug. I have heard this is generally true of the Rex breeds, and that they are also hypo-allergenic ( the three days I spent there, none of the cats bothered my allergies).

I have also recently learned of 78 Cornish rexes that were seized in Marquette Michigan ( still about 9 hours from here). While some I have been adopted, others are still looking for homes. I am very much in the "kicking around the idea" stage...I haven't even mentioned this to Ralph...but IF I were to look into adopting a rex...I want to know what I am getting into. Anyone have any expereince with the breed? I know Pikey had some pretty bad UTI problems had had to have surgery to reconstruct, and correct his problem. Are UTI's common for this breed? Anyone have expereince introducing them to dogs?

I want a rex sooooo badly! Thanks for sharing these great pics!

I once went,to a Cat show,with a Cornish Rex Breeder,and got,to know her Three Cats,on the way,and they are extrodinary cats,very friendly,and wonderful,to pet.I would love,to have one,too.

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Originally posted by catmandu
I once went,to a Cat show,with a Cornish Rex Breeder,and got,to know her Three Cats,on the way,and they are extrodinary cats,very friendly,and wonderful,to pet.I would love,to have one,too.

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It just happens, that there is a cat show here in Toledo the 8th and 9th of January. I had been considering going to see if I couldn't find a few breeders to chat with, to get more information. I also have a buy one get one free on admission.....Donnna, Kimmy, Staci....anyone else nearby (or far away) interested in going? ( I think I know where I can get more coupons if we want to make this a "meeting")

I wish I could come but Im definitely out of range for meetingsLOL:)

I know nothing about the breed except Sara and I saw a few at a cat show also.

If you wait until January to get one of those in Marquette, I should be able to help with the transport. My mom lives just South of Green Bay, which I think is like 2 or 3 hours South of Marquette. Maybe someone would be willing to drive it to her house, then I could pick it up there and drive it into Indiana someplace where you could pick it up? Just a thought to keep in mind when Ralph says "But that's a 9 hour drive!" ;)

It's possible Moosmom can help because I know the Cornish Rex is very similar to the Sphynx breed, and we all know the Moo man is quite the sociable fellow. :D

Good luck, and don't hesitate to ask for help in the transport if you do decide to go ahead with this. :D

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Originally posted by Tubby & Peanut's Mom
I know nothing about the breed except Sara and I saw a few at a cat show also.

If you wait until January to get one of those in Marquette, I should be able to help with the transport. My mom lives just South of Green Bay, which I think is like 2 or 3 hours South of Marquette. Maybe someone would be willing to drive it to her house, then I could pick it up there and drive it into Indiana someplace where you could pick it up? Just a thought to keep in mind when Ralph says "But that's a 9 hour drive!" ;)

It's possible Moosmom can help because I know the Cornish Rex is very similar to the Sphynx breed, and we all know the Moo man is quite the sociable fellow. :D

Good luck, and don't hesitate to ask for help in the transport if you do decide to go ahead with this. :D

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Thanks Debbie! I tried to call the shelter this morning to see if they would do transport, before I put too much thought into it, and they don't open til noon! I'll try again later :)

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Originally posted by Cincy'sMom
It just happens, that there is a cat show here in Toledo the 8th and 9th of January. I had been considering going to see if I couldn't find a few breeders to chat with, to get more information. I also have a buy one get one free on admission.....Donnna, Kimmy, Staci....anyone else nearby (or far away) interested in going? ( I think I know where I can get more coupons if we want to make this a "meeting")

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I know nothing of the Rex breed except they are so cute! :D I know... not much of a help am I.

I don't think I'm doing anything on the 8th or 9th. If Andy's parents are up for Kia sitting, I could see if we could both come down. Andy likes the 'cat cons'. *laughs* I'd bring Donna too. :)

I am from Marquette originally. I would be careful of any transports scheduled for January. Weather can be very crucial.

Mary

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Originally posted by ramanth

I don't think I'm doing anything on the 8th or 9th. If Andy's parents are up for Kia sitting, I could see if we could both come down. Andy likes the 'cat cons'. *laughs* I'd bring Donna too. :)

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Unless you guys wanted to make it a "weekend away", you could bring Kia. She and the dogs could play for awhile, we could go to
the show for awhile, and we could take you out for the dinner I promised Andy.

We can talk more and try to figure something out closer to that time :)

Beautiful pictures!

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In personality, the Cornish Rex is extremely affectionate and people-oriented. They are also active cats whose kitten-like antics last for their lifetime and who can be very inventive in their play. Favorite Cornish Rex games are fetch, catch and even “discus,” in which the cat uses its hand-like paw to pick up and toss a small object. In spite of their sophisticated, elegant appearance, Cornish Rex cats are anything but cool, aloof or dignified. They are perfect pets for the owner who wants active cats to participate in family life.

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You can read more about them HERE :)

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Originally posted by Cincy'sMom
Unless you guys wanted to make it a "weekend away", you could bring Kia. She and the dogs could play for awhile, we could go to the show for awhile, and we could take you out for the dinner I promised Andy.

We can talk more and try to figure something out closer to that time :)

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Sounds great! :D

How are you feeling btw?

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Originally posted by ramanth
Sounds great! :D

How are you feeling btw?

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I'm doing really well, Thanks. I do start to ge a little tried/sore if I sit or stay in one position too long, but Ihave not taken any painkillers at all today, and have only been using extra-strength Tylenol the past two days. I did get out to do a little shopping today, lettingmymom do the drivingand carrying packages, but after about 4 stops I was ready to get home and relxas a bit. Still, a lot more then I tought I would do 48 hours after surgery!

Wonderful! Sounds like recovery will be swift. :) That's great.

I found out that Andy drove yesterday. :)

Kimmy, I had my hair done last night and it turns out the lady that owns the salon is right now in the hospital with....a collapsed lung! I couldn't believe it. I've never known anyone personally who had a collapsed lung, and now I know two people within a month! Sounds like hers was more severe because they actually had to remove part of the lung, but I guess she's doing good and should be home soon. She's older - I would say in her mid 50's maybe? - than Andy, and she also smoked. She has quit for quite a few years now, but still, I'm sure that didn't help any, and definitely could have caused the collapse.

Anyway, just couldn't believe it when I heard it, so I thought I'd let you know. Glad to hear Andy's doing so good! :D

Glad to hear you're doing good to Amy! :D

Shhh!! Don't tell, but I emailed the shleter to find out if they have any rexes left (the page was lat updated Nov. 28). I also put a Cornish Rex on my Christmas list ;)

Just got a reply back from the shelter. All the remaining cats hae adoptions pending and waiting lists if those fall through. Oh well, maybe another time!

Ohhh Bummer Amy. :( Were they taking any more names for the waiting list? Though I guess if it's not to be this time.. :(

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Originally posted by Tubby & Peanut's Mom
Kimmy, I had my hair done last night and it turns out the lady that owns the salon is right now in the hospital with....a collapsed lung! I couldn't believe it. I've never known anyone personally who had a collapsed lung, and now I know two people within a month! Sounds like hers was more severe because they actually had to remove part of the lung, but I guess she's doing good and should be home soon. She's older - I would say in her mid 50's maybe? - than Andy, and she also smoked. She has quit for quite a few years now, but still, I'm sure that didn't help any, and definitely could have caused the collapse.

Anyway, just couldn't believe it when I heard it, so I thought I'd let you know. Glad to hear Andy's doing so good! :D

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GOODNESS! I bet Andy's happy he didn't have to lose part of his lung. Scary. :( I hope she recovers as swiftly as Andy is. We had a great weekend of partying, shopping, and he even drove himself home (my car.. I slept so I'd be awake driving back to my place).