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Cornish Rex Rescue Information: The Cornish Rex is a relatively young breed of cat originating in Cornwall, England in the fifties. Cornish Rexes are youthful, athletic, playful, and intrepid. Cornish Rexes often get in trouble by being curious and exploring. Cornish Rexes are good with children and other pets.
Cornish Rex Trivia: The Cornish Rex is known as the Greyhound of Cats due to its racing ability. The Cornish Rex lacks an outer coat of hair, having only the fuzzy down that exists as a base coat on most cats. Although they have less hair than other cats, Cornish Rexes still cause allergic reactions in people who are sensitive to cats.