Can a Selkirk Rex live with kids who love gentle petting and funny textures?
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Andrew Walsh
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1 mo. ago
Absolutely yes. I have a Selkirk Rex at home with two young kids, and the combination is fantastic. The breed's plush, woolly coat feels like a teddy bear, which kids adore, and they're incredibly tolerant of gentle handling. My children love petting her and playing with the curly fur around her neck, and she just purrs through it all.
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Alexandra Knight
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1 mo. ago
They really thrive in that kind of home. My friend has a Selkirk Rex named Mochi, and her three children spend hours gently petting her curly belly and whiskers. The cat actually seeks them out for cuddles, especially when they sit on the floor with her. Just watch that kids don't pull the coat too hard, but with supervision, it's a perfect match for playful, texture-loving families.
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Wesley Jordan
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1 mo. ago
I’ve got a Selkirk Rex named Dusty, and my nephew can’t keep his hands off her curly coat. She’s super patient with his gentle stroking, and the funny texture of her fur keeps him entertained for ages. The key is teaching kids to be calm, and this breed eats that up-they’ll melt into your lap.
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Sebastian Miles
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3 wks ago
Tolerance is their middle name. My friend's Selkirk Rex, Biscuit, lets her toddler run a soft brush through her curly tail for twenty minutes straight. The coat's unique wooly feel is a sensory playground for gentle hands, and these cats genuinely enjoy the attention as long as it's calm.
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