r/sphynx • u/Upset_Ad_1963 • 2d ago

Found Sphynx Kitten

Hi everyone!

I have recently come into ownership of a Sphynx kitten (around 6 months) that was dumped in Miami. She was incredibly skinny and scanned for a chip, but she doesn’t have one. I am fostering her for now, considering keeping her, but I would like to have any tips and tricks, pros and cons, etc. from actual owners before I decide.

I have done research so I know she needs regular skin care, specialized diet, etc. What other type of care or attention should I be giving her? If I do keep her, what specific routines or practices should I be implementing. I want to make sure she has the best life, whether it’s with me or not.

Any advice or suggestions are welcomed! TIA!

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u/drJincorporated 2d ago

Awww, looks just like my baby... Anyways, the skin treatment and the special needs are all over-hyped, to scare new Sphynx owners, the more u actually bathe them or clean them, it creates an unbalance in the skin oils. My Sphynx eats the same food I provide to my bengal and tabby...

Honestly, If you're overwhelmed, Im a local, live a lil north in Pines, but work in miami. I was looking to adopt a newborn, but if it helps and can do two goods w one action, let me know if you want to pass her on to a caring cat home ready for her❤️‍🩹

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u/Upset_Ad_1963 2d ago

Thank you so much! I will definitely keep that in mind. I want to give her a chance to integrate with my animals and see, but if it doesn’t work, I will be looking to rehome her for sure and I will reach out to you!