Canadian Hairless

Is there a such thing as a cat that doesnt shed?

I know that all animals shed their top coat. But is there a such thing as a cat that doesnt shed as much as other cats do? If so what kind of breed. FYI-IM NOT ASKING FOR HAIRLESS CATS. NO OFFENSE TO ANYONE THAT OWNS ONE, I JUST THINK THEY LOOK LIKE RATS....

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1. Besides the hairless ones, no. They all do. But with any breed, a good diet and regular brushing can minimize shedding.
2. Yes, the Devon Rex sheds very little: http://www.absolutelycats.com/23DevonRex.html
3. All cats shed, but they shed in different ways. I've found that long haired cats (although they need more brushing), shed in small clumps of hair that you find balled up on the floor that you can simply pick up and toss in the garbage. Short haired cats shed more or less 1 hair at a time, so vaccuming a whole room is necessary to remove the hair. Then again, with whatever cat you get, you'll always have the infamous spring shedding where they shed off their warm winter coats for their cooler summer coats. Good luck!
4. All cats shed to some degree, even hairless cats. There are some cats that don't have undercoats, though, like Korats and Devon Rexes, that shed less than others.
5. Sorry, but only hairless cats don't shed at all. Rexes (like the Cornish Rex & Devon Rex) shed less than other breeds, but they still shed. Breeds without an undercoat, such as most Oriental breeds (like Siamese), would also be a good choice.
6. yes, real cats Have hair and just get a shorter haired cat they don't shed that much at all! and besides if you really love your cat, a little cat hair is not so bad.
7. A Devon Rex. it has hair not fur which means it doesn't shed. also if you brush a short hair cat about once a week then they don't shed very much. other Rex's have hair too. http://www.devonrex.com/ http://www.cfainc.org/breeds/profiles/devon.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devon_Rex
8. What you should know about Cat’s Shedding The truth about cat shedding is that every cat lovers must accept it, because this is normal natural event in the cat’s life. Even the humans have periods of hair growth and shedding of hair. Shedding is how animals replenish their fur and keep it in good condition. Cats in the wild generally shed their coats twice yearly, in the spring to lose the heavy winter undercoat and in fall in preparation for the "grow-in" of the next winters' undercoat. However, since we have domesticated cats and subjected them to air-conditioning in summer and artificial heat in winter, their systems have been confused enough to put them into a constant shedding state. Cats shed in order to remove dead hair from their bodies. Dead hair can cause skin irritation and thus needs to be gone. If you do not remove it for them, they will release it on their own. Hair shedding is considered a sign of health in the cat, because the sick cats do not shed. It happens for different reasons, but basically it depends from the time your cat spends outdoor or whether your cat is purely an indoor cat. The shedding is largely influenced by daylight, and this is called “photoperiod”. The number of hours a cat is exposed to sunlight in a day (photoperiod) triggers the shedding process. In addition, shedding varies considerably with breed as well as husbandry practices (i.e. bathing, grooming, activities, etc.). Indoor cats shed at any time of the year. The amount of shedding hair is less than the outdoor cats due to the artificial light inside the house, but it depends and from the control of the constant temperature in your home. The outdoor cats shed in the spring and fall, when the days start to lengthen and sun spends more time out. You will not see much if any shedding of your outdoor cat during the winter months, because they naturally will hold on to all their fur to use as thermal protection from the cold conditions. Cat breeds that don't shed Two cat breeds are often touted as shedding a minimal amount - the Cornish Rex that has short, curly fur that lies close to her body, and the Devon Rex that is similar and has curly fur that can be in a very thin coat across the cat's body. Because of their very short and fine fur, their shedding is not usually noticeable, but they also shed. The only cats that do not shed fur are the purebred hairless cats, such as the Sphynx. This unusual cat is not totally hairless. She has a fine down on her body, rather like the fuzz on a peach. Some people say the skin of a Sphynx feels like suede or chamois. This breed is rare and it needs a special kind of care, but they are great choice for people with allergies.
9. poor hairless cats! they're just as cute as the others! :) anyway, the cat with the shortest hair wont neccessarily be the one that doesnt shed, but you will get less hair around the house if your baby does have shorter, more thick and wiry hair. i have a long haired baby and her hair is stuck all over the carpet (i have to vaccuum everyday) all year, though summer its the worst. but i love her anyway! find a cat that seems to take to you right away when you visit them in the shelter. that will be more important than the hair they leave behind on your couch and bedspread.
10. If I am not mistaken, Korats and Devon Rexes shed the least or very little because they don't have undercoats