The Cornish Rex is known as the Greyhound of Cats due to its racing ability. The term Rex as applied to the Cornish Rex is used to denote unusual fur. The use of the word Rex, which is Latin for king, to refer to strange fur, began when King Albert I of Belgium tried to enter his rabbits in a competition. The curly hair on the rabbits would have disqualified them from the show, but no one wanted to reject the King, so they added the word Rex to his entries. Although they have less hair than other cats, Cornish Rexes still cause allergic reactions in people who are sensitive to cats.
Related pages:
Cornish Rex Rescue
Rhode Island Animal Rescue
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Bristol County - Bristol 02809
Spay/Neuter Assistance Program 401-254-1052
Newport County - Middletown 02842
Potter League for Animals 401-846-8276
Providence County - Providence, RI 02903
Defenders of Animals 401-738-3710
Providence County - Providence, RI 02904
Volunteer Services for Animals 401-273- 0358
Providence County - Providence, Rhode Island 02906
Rhode Island Veterinary Association 401-751-0944
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