Devon Rex — breed guide
The thin coat means it seeks out warmth constantly — laps, radiators, and under the duvet.
At a glance
- Group
- shorthair
- Size
- Small
- Weight
- 2–4 kg (4–9 lb)
- Life span
- 9–15 years
- Coat
- Very short, soft, wavy; sparse
Living with a Devon Rex
- High energy — needs real exercise every day, not a stroll.
- Light grooming — a brush now and then.
- Barely sheds.
- Quick to learn.
- Vocal when there is a reason.
- Good with children.
- Gets along with other dogs.
- Generally content living with another cat.
- Suits apartment living, given its daily walks.
- A reasonable choice for a first-time owner.
- Average heat tolerance.
- Needs a coat in the cold.
Temperament
Impish · Clownish · Velcro · Playful
Health to watch
- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- Devon Rex myopathy
- Patellar luxation
Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.
Questions people ask
Is a Devon Rex good with kids?
Generally yes. Devon Rexs are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.
Is a Devon Rex good with other cats?
Usually yes. Devon Rexs generally settle well with another cat, given a proper introduction and their own food, bed and tray.
How much exercise does a Devon Rex need?
An hour or more of proper exercise every day.
Can a Devon Rex handle hot weather?
About average — use normal hot-day sense.
Leash Life keeps a Devon Rex's day — walks, meals, meds, weight — in one shared feed for the whole household, and warns on the walk weather this breed can't take. Free to start.