 Siberian cat vs Sphinx cat. What are the differences between these two cat breeds? The Siberian has a long triple coat of guard hair, an outer coat, on hair, the middle part of the coat, and a downy undercoat. He has an excess of rough across his neck, thick yet slightly shorter hair on his shoulder blades and lower part of his chest, and thick fur on his belly and britches. In cold climates, the undercoat thickens. The coat is available in all colors and color combinations, with or without white. He looks powerful and alert, but he looks at the world with a sweet expression. His head is a modified wedge with rounded contours, brought at the top and slightly compressed at the muzzle. Medium large ears are well equipped with hair tufts. The almost round eyes can be green, golden, green gold, or copper. White Siberians or Siberians with white patches can have blue or odd eyes. His body is muscular and he is big round paws with tufts of fur and a thickly fur tail. Bald and wrinkled, the Sphinx is often proclaimed ugly, but usually by those who have a shallow understanding of beauty. His unique body form and the physiological and emotional warmth he emits are what attract people to him. Like an apricot, the hard, muscular body of the Sphinx may be smooth or coated with a fine, soft down. The nose, the toes, the ears, and the tail can all have a light fur coat. To embrace him is to disappear into the comfort of his suede-like coat. Sphinx does not have a higher body temperature than most cats, but it seems like it is because there is no wool to be used as insulation. The head of the Sphinx is a modified wedge shape, slightly longer than the wide one, with high cheekbones, large ears, and large, lemon-shaped eyes. Whiskers and eyebrows are sparse to nonexistent. The Sphinx comes in all colors and patterns, including white, black, red, chocolate, lavender, various tabby patterns, tortoise shell, calico, bicolor, and pointed and mink patterns. The color is seen in the pigment of the skin as well as in whatever hair the cat has and can sometimes be difficult to distinguish. The heart of the Siberian is as warm as his homeland's cold. He loves people and wants to be next to them, so expect this affectionate cat to follow you around, even in the bathroom, and to support you with all your reading, TV viewing, computer work, and meal preparation. Sitting in your lap as you comb their fur may well be the highlight of your day. When you get home from work, he may not have a martini waiting, but he'll be happy to tell you all about his day in calm, pleasant trills and chirps, interspersed with a few meows and purrs. Guests will find him a brilliant host, he's not typically a cat who's shy in the company of strangers. Besides being loving and attentive, Siberian is active and playful as well. He's going to instigate games of fetch by getting you a favorite toy to toss. Any object may be a plaything for the smart cat, so keep jewelry or other potentially intriguing objects out of his sight. Teaching him tricks is a fun, easy way to challenge his agile brain. He loves to play with water because of his heritage as a forest dweller, maybe it's a genetic recollection of going fishing for his supper. Don't be surprised if he enjoys splashing you in a bathtub, drinking from a fountain or a faucet, or making puddles with his paw in his water bowl. As for a working and hunting cat, he is extremely agile, and you may find him balancing over a doorway, or propelling to the highest point in the room. Indeed, Siberian coaches may well be a secret to the success of Russian gymnasts. Activity and noise won't bother him a little bit. His relaxed nature offers him the ability to be a cat for therapy. For nothing else, he's going to be happy to snuggle with you when you're sick with a cough or some illness. And even though he loves affection, he's not in need, and he waits patiently for you to have time to commit to him. It's a good thing that the Sphinx loves attention because he's attracting it everywhere he's going. He's demanding human love and he's going to do anything for a laugh. Look at me. Is the cat phrase. That makes it easier for veterinarians or anybody else to deal with, and it's not uncommon for the Sphinx to be a therapy cat because he's so fond of meeting people. When he doesn't get the attention of his adoring fans, the adventurous and enthusiastic Sphinx explores his surroundings, climbs his cat tree, or otherwise tries high places, chases a bug, or otherwise gets into mischief. He is extremely fond of teaser toys and puzzles toys that challenges athleticism and minds. This is a highly social cat. If you are gone during the day, the Sphinx will enjoy having a friend in the form of another Sphinx, another cat, or even a dog. He likes the company and, equally importantly, he likes having someone to snuggle with so that he stays warm. He loves to be held, and you can expect him to sleep with you, most likely under the covers? Think of it as having a living hot water bottle. Hello. This video is sponsored by Beemix Pets. Are you looking for high-quality cat collars at an affordable cost? Check out BeemixPets.com. Use coupon code Kittenlife to get 20% off. Siberian's thick triple coat should be combed or brushed several times a week to avoid tangles or mats. The coat will be shed seasonally in spring and fall, and you will need to groom more often during that period. A bath is rarely required, which is a good thing since the coat is really waterproof. It can be hard to get a Siberian wet enough to shampoo him. Most of the Siberian development occurs in his first year and a half of his life. Your kitten breeder can suggest that you feed him the kitten food at that period to make sure he gets enough nutrients. A Sphinx, despite its bald body, requires at least as much grooming as for cats, and maybe even more. Their skin must be kept moisturized with a gentle, odorless lotion or oil, and they require a weekly bath so as not to leave greasy spots on your furniture and clothes. Use a gentle baby shampoo or a moisturizing shampoo and rinse thoroughly, particularly between the wrinkles. If you start bathing your Sphinx kitten when he's young, he'll learn to take a bath and maybe even enjoy a bath. Baby wipes are going to help keep him clean between the baths. Although the Sphinx feels warm to the touch, it doesn't have a fur coat to keep it warm. If you're cold, he's probably cold, too. Buy him a nice sweater or two to help keep him warm. If your Sphinx has an outside enclosure where you can sunbathe, make sure to add a cat-safe sunscreen to their skin to avoid sunburn. Brush the teeth to avoid periodontal disease. Regular oral hygiene is the best option, but weekly brushing is better than nothing. Wipe the corners of their eyes daily with a soft, damp cloth to remove any discharge. Use a separate area of the cloth for each eye so that you do not run the risk of transmitting any infection. Check their ears weekly. If they look dirty, wipe them with a cotton ball or a soft, wet cloth moisten with a combination of 50-50 cider vinegar and warm water. Avoid using cotton swabs that can damage the inside of the ear. Keep the litter box spotlessly clean. Like other cats, they are very particular about the hygiene of the bathroom. It's a smart idea to keep the Siberian and Sphinx as an indoor only pet to protect them from viruses transmitted by other animals, attacks by dogs or coyotes, and other threats posed by outdoor cats, such as being struck by a vehicle. Cats who go outside are often at risk of being stolen by someone who would like to see such a beautiful pet without paying for it. The Siberian has a bold temperament, and there's nothing much with his composure. These characteristics make it an ideal choice for a family with kids. No creatures of the night will get past the Siberian guard at the foot of the child's bunk. He's able to live with other cats and cat-friendly pets, too, as long as they know he's in charge. Responsive and social Sphinx is the ideal choice for households with children and cat-friendly dogs. He learns tricks quickly and enjoys the praise he gets from children who regard him kindly and respectfully. He lives in peace with dogs and other cats. Always integrate pets slowly and in controlled circumstances to ensure that they learn how to get along. If you enjoyed this video, kindly press the like button. Also don't forget to subscribe with notifications on, so that you don't miss out on videos like this. Thank you for watching.