{"id":622387,"date":"2024-07-03T07:36:15","date_gmt":"2024-07-03T11:36:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/?p=622387"},"modified":"2024-07-03T07:38:33","modified_gmt":"2024-07-03T11:38:33","slug":"black-sphynx-cat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/cat-breeds\/black-sphynx-cat\/","title":{"rendered":"Black Sphynx Cat: Pictures, Care, Traits & Info"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Black Sphynx is one of several colors of the Sphynx<\/a> cat. The Sphynx is best known for their hairless appearance and wrinkled skin. They have large ears, as well as a muscular body, and they are known for being affectionate cats that do well with an attentive owner.<\/p>\n

The breed is relatively new and was first intentionally bred in the 1960s. They were bred in Canada and got their name from the Sphinx of ancient Egypt. Although the Sphynx is recognized by the International Cat Association, the Cat Fanciers\u2019 Association, and the American Cat Fanciers\u2019 Association, several pedigree cat associations do not officially recognize the breed because the hairlessness stems from a genetic disorder.<\/p>\n

Breed Overview<\/h2>
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Height:<\/p>

13 \u2013 15 inches<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Weight:<\/p>

10 \u2013 12 pounds<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Lifespan:<\/p>

10 \u2013 14 years<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Colors:<\/p>

Black<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Suitable for:<\/p>

Loving families looking for a playful, attentive feline companion<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Temperament:<\/p>

Loyal, loving, playful, affectionate, energetic<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>