Special cat. Look at it and you will see through it the Sphinx of Egypt

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The sphynx is a medium-sized cat with a striking appearance, identified by her hairless, wrinkled skin and large ears. She has a sleek, muscular body that is dense and heavy for her size.

The breed is medium sized but nicely muscled.

Her head is triangular with wide-set eyes and prominent cheekbones that call back to the cats of ancient Egypt, a resemblance that inspired the naming of this breed. Apart from being hairless, the sphynx's most notable feature is her large, triangle-shaped ears that resemble those of a bat.

Although the sphynx appears to be completely bald at first glance, closer inspection will often reveal a very fine, short coat of fuzz that gives the skin the feel of fine suede. It's the hairlessness that primarily marks a sphynx, with color and pattern lying in the pigmentation patterns of the skin. Color and markings can vary widely and can come in almost any color or pattern, including solid, tabby or tortoiseshell.

Personality:
The sphynx cat is an energetic, acrobatic performer who loves to show off for attention. She has an unexpected sense of humor that is often at odds with her dour expression.

Friendly and loving, this is a loyal breed who will follow you around the house and try to involve herself in whatever you're doing, grabbing any opportunity to perch on your shoulder or curl up in your lap. As curious and intelligent as she is energetic, these traits can make her a bit of a handful. For her own safety, the sphynx does best as an exclusively indoor cat, and generally gets along well with children other pets.

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