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General Info
Ural Rexes are a new breed of curly-haired
cats discovered in Russia in 1991. Though their "curls" are very much similar
to those of the Cornish Rex, the quality of fur is totally different. As
for the gene controlling it, that has nothing in common with the Cornish
gene at all.
The Urals are always calm and not vocal. The never mew loudly or start a commotion even when they're in heat. They're very cautious and learn to avoid danger easily. Owners claim that the cats are very adaptable and tolerate changes, even radical ones, very well.
History
Like their name says these cats come from
the Urals in Russia, particularly the area surrounding Ekaterinburg (look
it up on a map). From reports made by various people who live or worked
there we can safely say that the curly-haired gene has been popping on
and off for the last century and half. Sadly felinology in Russia only
exists since the early 1980s. The first Urals to be exhibited at cat shows
were Markiza, Bonnie and Clyde. Markiza, particularly, took the "Best-in-Show"
award, numerous times.
Physical Appearance
Head
A rounded equilateral triangle with a
visible transition from forehead to nose. Cheekbones are smooth and almost
invisible.
Ears
Average sized, high-set with wide bases
and rounded tips.
Eyes
Oval and slanted.
Body
Muscled and firm.
Limbs
Average length. Small and rounded paws.
Tail
Straight and thin.
Fur
Dense, curled, and very fine.
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