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Cornish Rex Cat
Are those cats from outer space? No, Cornish Rex cats are not from outer space and,
in spite of their resemblance to ancient Egyptian statues, they are not from Egypt either.
As their name implies, these cats originated in Cornwall, England, where they first appeared
in a litter of barn cats born about 1950.
In appearance, Cornish Rex cats are a study in curves starting most noticeably with their coat
which ideally falls in washboard waves. The coat is very short, lies close to the body and is
incredibly soft to the touch, prompting comparisons to cut velvet, karakul lamb, rabbit fur or
silk.