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Adopting a Selkirk Rex

Frequently asked questions about acquiring an Selkirk Rex - the pros and cons of adopting versus going through a breeder, and associated costs.

It costs around $75 to $150 to adopt a Selkirk Rex. Conversely, it can be prohibitively expensive to buy a Selkirk Rex from a breeder — they usually cost somewhere in the $600 to $1,500 range.

The easiest way to adopt a Selkirk Rex would be through a rescue that specializes in them. A great place to start is by starting a breed search on Adopt a Pet. The search will show you all the available Selkirk Rex in your area.

Selkirk Rex fun facts

Fun Facts:

The Selkirk Rex was named after the breeder's stepfather, and is the only cat breed to have ever been named after a person.

The founding curly-coated Selkirk Rex was named Miss DePesto because of her penchant for pestering her owner for love and attention.

The Selkirk Rex is the newest Rex breed and one of the newest cat breeds altogether.

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Selkirk Rex Breed Guide

Before you adopt, learn everything about Selkirk Rex types to temperament and health issues to popular Selkirk Rex mixes in our Breed 101 Guides.