Exotic Shorthair vs German Rex
Compare Exotic Shorthair and German Rex: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
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Characteristic
Exotic Shorthair
German Rex
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
3 – 6 kg
2 – 5 kg
Life expectancy
8 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
2/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
2/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
Not available
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Exotic Shorthair
German Rex
Summary
About Exotic Shorthair
The Exotic Shorthair is a medium to large, cobby indoor cat with a sweet, Persian‑like face and dense, plush short coat. Calm, gentle and affectionate, it enjoys laps, quiet companionship and moderate play. It suits stable homes, adapts well to apartments, and needs regular but manageable grooming.
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