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Devon Rex vs Donskoy vs Dwelf Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Devon Rex vs Donskoy vs Dwelf" Compare Devon Rex and Donskoy. Which is better: Devon Rex or Donskoy or Dwelf?
 
 
 
Name Devon Rex Donskoy Dwelf
OriginsUnited Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Russia flagRussia United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Mutation Crossbreed
Popularity Rank72325
Reviews000
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat Russian Donskoy, Don Sphynx, Don Hairless, Russian Hairless Dwelf Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Devon Rex vs Donskoy vs Dwelf cat?
$1200 to $1800 $500 to $2,000 $2,000 to $3,000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High High
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
World Cat Federation (WCF) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Devon Rex vs Donskoy vs Dwelf Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Devon Rex or Donskoy or Dwelf cat?
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Devon Rex or Donskoy or Dwelf?
Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds Male: 6 - 12 pounds, Female: 4 - 10 pounds Male: 4 - 9 pounds, Female: 3 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Lithe
Devon Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Donskoy have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Substantial
Dwelf are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Blue
Odd 		Green Green
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Hairless or with a light downy coat; skin can be any colour or pattern, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Predominantly hairless
Coat
What is the difference between Devon Rex, Donskoy and Dwelf coats?
Short Rubber bald, Flock, Velour, Brush No hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium No data available
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Lean Slender Slender
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Flat-faced
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Large and Prominent Large and Prominent Large, almond-shaped, wide-set
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Long and Narrow Short and may be Slightly Upturned
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Heavy Sturdy
Tail Length Whip-like Long and Tapered Short and Stubby
Sleep Patterns Average Active
Less Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep

Devon Rex vs Donskoy vs Dwelf Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Moderate, playful and curious Moderate, affectionate and attentive Moderate, curious and active
Guarding Instinct Low Low Low
Protection Instincts Low Low Low
Climbing Ability High Low Low
Jumping Ability Excellent Moderate Moderate
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Moderate Poor Poor

Devon Rex vs Donskoy vs Dwelf Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Requires attention 		High grooming
Sensitive skin 		High grooming
Sensitive skin
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires genetic management, small to moderate litter size Requires careful genetic management, small litter size
Dietary Preferences Balanced diet Low fat, high fiber High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Low Low
Feeding Schedule Three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low Low Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Medium High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Devon Rex or Donskoy or Dwelf?
10-15 years 12-15 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Devon Rex vs Donskoy vs Dwelf cat?
The Devon Rex cat has a very high energy level.
The Donskoy cat has an average energy level.
The Dwelf cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Devon Rex or Donskoy or Dwelf?
Yes
Devon Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Donskoy cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Dwelf cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Devon Rex vs Donskoy vs Dwelf?
High
Devon Rexs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Donskoys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Dental Problems
Skin Diseases (due to lack of fur) 		Dental Problems
Skin Diseases (due to lack of fur)
Skeletal Issues
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium High
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Devon Rex vs Donskoy vs Dwelf Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Playful and high-pitched meows Quiet and gentle meows Quiet and curious sounds
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Good, friendly and social Good, playful and friendly
Facial Expression Mischievous and affectionate Intelligent and loyal Playful and curious
Tail Behavior Playful and mischievous tail movements Smooth and expressive tail movements Playful and curious tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Low Low
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness Low Low Low
Territoriality Low Low Low
Independence Moderate Low Low
Response To Commands High Low Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High Low Low
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Curious
Interactive
Playful 		Social
Playful
Gentle
Escape Tendencies High Low Low
Curiosity High Moderate Moderate
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Cautious
Stalking Behavior High Low Low
Aggression Level Low Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Agility High Low Low
Travel Compatibility Medium Low Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium High
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Devon Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Donskoy are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Dwelf are extremely playful and energetic.
Trainability
Moderately Trainable: Devon Rex cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
Difficult to Train: Donskoy cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Difficult to Train: Dwelf cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Devon Rex or Donskoy or Dwelf?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Devon Rex or Donskoy or Dwelf?
Highly interactive Affectionate, Social Lively, Affectionate, Clownish
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Devon Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Donskoy cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Dwelf cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Devon Rex vs Donskoy vs Dwelf?
High: Devon Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Donskoy cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Dwelf cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Devon Rex or Donskoy or Dwelf?
The Devon Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Donskoy cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Dwelf cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Devon Rex or Donskoy or Dwelf?
Very dog-friendly: Devon Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Donskoy owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Dwelf owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Devon Rex vs Donskoy vs Dwelf?
Outstanding: Devon Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Donskoy is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Dwelf is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Devon Rex or Donskoy or Dwelf?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Devon Rex or Donskoy or Dwelf?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Devon Rex or Donskoy or Dwelf?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Devon Rex vs Donskoy vs Dwelf Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareHigh Moderate Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Devon Rex or Donskoy or Dwelf?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Devon Rex cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Devon Rex or Donskoy or Dwelf?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
None
This cat breed does not shed at all.

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