Can a LaPerm's curls stay defined without a complicated grooming routine?

Yes, a LaPerm's curls will remain defined with minimal grooming-provided you understand the breed's specific texture. Their coat is self-maintaining to a remarkable degree. The curls are structural, not just a styling effect, so they won't simply fall flat if you skip brushing. In fact, over-brushing or using combs can actually break up the curl pattern, leaving it frizzy or loose.

What you absolutely must avoid is letting mats form at the skin, especially in areas like the armpits, behind the ears, and along the spine where the coat is denser. A gentle hand-bathing with a moisturizing, sulfate-free shampoo every 4 to 6 weeks, followed by air-drying or a low-heat blow-dry with a diffuser, is enough to refresh the curls. Never towel-rub vigorously-that destroys the ringlets. A weekly check with your fingers to separate any clumps is all the "grooming routine" you need. Keep it simple, and the coat will do exactly what it was bred to do.