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# The German Rex: temperament, price, health, and breeders
Germany
An expressive, playful and sociable cat with a naturally wavy short coat.
Size MediumLife expectancy 10–15 yearsBudget ≈ €53/monthKitten €900 – €1,000
[Find a breeder 21](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-german-rex) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-cat-breeds?races=german-rex)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Which cat is right for you?](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-cat)
Families and children Very good
Daily exercise needs High
Apartment living Excellent
First-time owners Excellent
Other pets Very good
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Vocalization Quiet
Strengths and weaknesses
- Very sociable: He appreciates family, children, and the company of other animals properly introduced.
- Affectionate and demonstrative: He readily seeks interactions and shows himself to be attentive with those close to him.
- Adaptable: He can thrive in an apartment as well as in a well-secured rural environment.
- Easy care: His short coat sheds little and only requires gentle, regular brushing.
- Sensitive to cold: Its coat without guard hairs protects it less well during harsh winters.
- Needs interaction: Its sociable temperament does not cope well with a daily life that is persistently lacking in presence and play.
- Very rare breed: Finding a reputable breeder can take time and require travel.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Families with respectful children: Its patience, gentleness and love of play are well suited to a structured family life.
- Homes with other animals: Its sociability generally makes cohabitation easier when introductions are gradual.
- Enriched apartment living: It adapts to indoor living with games, heights and daily interactions.
- Adopters with plenty of time: It is suited to people looking for a close, expressive cat involved in household life.
Not recommended for
- Households very often absent: This sociable cat needs presence, attention, and regular activities.
- Outdoor life in very cold weather: Its poorly insulating coat is not suitable for prolonged exposure to low temperatures.
- People looking for a hypoallergenic cat: Its low shedding does not eliminate the allergens present in dander and saliva.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
33 cmGerman Rex
- Height at the withers
- 30–35 cm
- Weight
- 3–7 kg
- Coat
- Short, dense, plush and wavy
- Origin
- Germany
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the German Rex in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The German Rex was born in Germany from a spontaneous genetic mutation. The breed appeared in 1946 with Lämmchen, a female cat discovered in the gardens of a hospital. Her descendants had a curly, dense and tight coat, reminiscent of that of the Cornish Rex while differing from it in its structure. Officially recognized in 1982, the breed remains rare and is clearly less widespread outside Germany than the Devon Rex or the Cornish Rex.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
Of medium size and semi-foreign type, the German Rex has a body that can be inscribed in a rectangle, a broad chest, a solid bone structure and powerful musculature. Its head, longer than it is wide, shows developed cheeks, a slightly rounded forehead, a straight nose, a strong muzzle and a not very marked stop. The ears are medium, broad at the base and rounded at the tip. The eyes, round or slightly slanted, range from orange to green via yellow, bright shades being sought after. The tail, of medium length, broad at the base then tapered, carries an abundant coat. The short and plush coat forms tight waves, without guard hairs, and the whiskers are short and curly. All colours are accepted except notably chocolate, lilac, cinnamon and fawn.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Demonstrative, gentle and balanced, the German Rex is a patient and very sociable cat. It becomes attached to its owner and the whole family, is attentive with children and generally appreciates the company of its fellow cats as well as that of other animals. Its liveliness and taste for play are accompanied by great tenderness, without an excessively noisy temperament.
Affectionate Playful Intelligent Easy to train Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
The German Rex adapts just as well to apartment living as to a rural environment. Indoors, it seeks interactions, games and closeness to its family. If it has access to a secure outdoor area, it likes to run, climb and express its hunting skills. It tolerates very low winter temperatures poorly and will readily ask to come back inside, sometimes with a few meows.
Training
## Training and socialization
Intelligent, close to humans and motivated by play, the German Rex easily learns the household rules with a positive and consistent method. Early socialization, gentle handling and short rewarded sessions make it easier to use the scratching post, the carrier and routine care. Its energy must be channeled through interactive games and elevated routes rather than through restraint.
Budget
## Price and budget for the German Rex
The German Rex is a rare breed, especially outside Germany, which limits the number of litters available and can lengthen the adoption waiting time. The price varies notably depending on the quality of the lineage, the pedigree, the cat’s destination, the care already provided and any possible travel expenses.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/german-rex/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The German Rex is considered robust and no genetic pathology specific to the breed is currently known. It must nevertheless benefit from the same preventive monitoring as any cat, notably against panleukopenia, cat flu and feline leukemia depending on its lifestyle, as well as against rabies when regulations or travel require it. Its short coat without guard hairs makes it more sensitive to intense cold.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/german-rex/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The German Rex needs a complete diet, adapted to its age, its weight, its activity level and its neutering status. A measured ration helps maintain its musculature and prevent weight gain, while a portion of wet food can support hydration.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/german-rex/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The known founder of the breed, Lämmchen, was discovered in the gardens of a German hospital. The German Rex’s coat forms waves close to those of the Cornish Rex, but its fur is denser and its hair structure differs. Despite its official recognition in 1982, it remains rare, particularly outside its country of origin.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the German Rex
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the German Rex hypoallergenic?
No. Despite its low shedding and short wavy coat, the German Rex is not considered hypoallergenic, as feline allergens come in particular from saliva and dander.
### Can the German Rex live in an apartment?
Yes. It adapts very well to apartment living if its environment provides toys, scratching posts, heights, and daily interactions. Outdoor access is not essential.
### Does the German Rex get along with children and other animals?
Generally yes. It is described as patient, sociable, and affectionate with the family, children, other cats, and properly introduced animals. Meetings should always be gradual and respectful.
### Does the German Rex shed a lot?
No. Its shedding is low and its care remains easy, with gentle, regular brushing to preserve its waves.
## Find a German Rex breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most German Rex breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### German Rex breeders by country
[12 breeders of German Rex in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-german-rex/germany) [5 breeders of German Rex in the United Kingdom](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-german-rex/united-kingdom) [3 breeders of German Rex in Spain](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-german-rex/spain) [1 breeder of German Rex in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-german-rex/italy)
[All breeders of German Rex in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-german-rex)
## Ready to welcome a German Rex?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-german-rex)
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