Sphynx Cat Health & Genetics
Understanding the science behind responsible Sphynx breeding and ownership. Independent, evidence-based information on screening protocols, genetic testing, and breed-specific conditions.
Heart Disease in Sphynx Cats
The most common heart conditions in Sphynx cats. Screening protocols, timing and what results mean.
Read the guide on Heart Disease in Sphynx CatsCongenital myasthenic syndrome (CMS)
Congenital myasthenic syndrome (CMS) causes muscle weakness in Sphynx and Devon Rex cats
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What it is, why it matters, and how to interpret results from accredited laboratories
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The genetics behind dominant blue and odd-eyed Sphynx. Science vs politics.
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Blood testing for breeding cats, what negative results mean and when testing should be repeated.
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Corneal Sequestrum, Entropion & Eye Health in Sphynx Cats.
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FIP is not simply a contagious disease passed directly from one cat to another. It develops in a small proportion of cats infected with feline coronavirus (FCoV), a common virus that may cause no symptoms at all.
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