What makes Devon Rex so special
About the Breed
The Devon is often described as having an elfin appearance, with their large ears, high cheekbones and striking eyes. Their outstanding characteristic, however, is their soft, wavy fur. Their curvy body starts with their head, a modified wedge shape with convex curves forming the outer edge of the ear lobes, the cheekbones and the whisker pads. The Devon has large, wide-set, oval-shaped eyes and strikingly large ears set low on the head. Sometimes the tips of the ears are tufted with fine fur.
A “rexed” coat is soft and fine, appearing to be without the harsh guard hairs that characterize most cat coats. The cat’s body is well covered with fur, most thickly on the back, sides, tail, legs, face and ears. Some Devon’s have loose, shaggy curls, while others have a coat that is thinner and suede like. The hair on the top of the head, neck, chest and abdomen is slightly less dense and may even look downy, but the cat should never have bare patches. A Devon’s medium-size body is deceptively slender, unless the cat has been sneaking too many snacks.
Smooth the coat with your hand and rippled waves appear. It comes in any genetically possible color, pattern or combination of colors and patterns, including solid white, black, blue, chocolate, cinnamon, lilac and red; smoke patterns, which are a white undercoat deeply tipped with a specific color; and various calico, tabby, tortoiseshell and pointed patterns. Their body should feel hard and muscular. The legs are long and slim, supported by small, oval paws. A long, fine tail covered with short fur tapers at the end. Devon’s life span is 9-15 years.
Personality
The Devon Rex’s favorite place is right at head level, on the shoulder of their favorite person. They take a lively interest in everything that is going on and refuse to be left out of any fun activity. They are very smart cats with a moderate activity level. The active and social Devon Rex is a perfect choice for families with children and cat-friendly dogs. They will play fetch as well as any retriever, learns tricks easily and loves the attention he receives from children who treat him politely and with respect. To ensure safety and friendliness, introduce pets slowly and in controlled circumstances.
At mealtime, the Devon Rex will try to seat themselves at the dining room table with the rest of the family, just to make sure that the food you have prepared is just for them. They like to eat; and will gain a few extra pounds if their diet is not carefully monitored. They love heat, so they will cuddle up to anything warm and soft and fall asleep but, under the covers is their preferred place to sleep. Choose a Devon Rex if you will enjoy the company of a mischievous, agile cat and won’t be alarmed to see him peering down at you from the top of a door, plotting the trajectory to your shoulder.
Care tips
It’s a good idea to keep a Devon Rex as an indoor cat to protect him/her from diseases spread by other animals, birds, attacks by dogs or coyotes, and other dangers such as being stolen and being hit by a car.
If they look dirty, wipe them with a cotton ball or soft damp cloth moistened with warm water.
Keep the litter box spotlessly clean. Like all cats, Devon Rex are very particular about bathroom hygiene.
The Devon’s wavy coat is easy to maintain. Groom gently so you don’t break the delicate hairs. In many cases, brushing your hand over the coat is all it needs. The best thing about a Devon Rex coat is that it doesn’t shed much, and the fur is so fine that it isn’t very noticeable on clothing and furniture.
Baths are rarely necessary unless the cat is white or has a lot of white on the coat. Those cats can start to look dingy if they are not regularly bathed. The coat dries quickly after a bath.
The Devon Rex feels warm to the touch, but they are always seeking warmth. If you are cold, they probably are too. Buy him/her a nice sweater or two to help him/her retain heat.
What happy customers say about us
My kitten came home a week ago. Yana's knowledge, compassion and kindness made experience joyful. Baby Girl is healthy, happy and very playful. Yana is simply the best Breeder I have ever met. Also available to listen and answer questions. Thank you Yana & Family.💌🎀
Susan Rose
22:05 27 Sep 24
YANA is special person for our family.She brought to our home so much happiness.Her kittens are well taken care and impressive behaviour ( no idea how she makes it happen) . We got our second baby from her and I am highly recommended to go with this breeder !!!
Ilona Parkhomenko
19:20 17 Sep 24
Our Stormi is 5 years old and the best girl! She’s bright, smart and full of personality. She even toilet trained herself!!! We travel with her in our motorhome all through the US and Mexico. Beautiful cats. Thank you Royal Devon’s ♥️
Joelle Gordon
17:28 17 Sep 24
Our chocolate devon rex, named Warren Buffett, is fantastic! He's loving, affectionate, funny, engaging, friendly, therapeutic and chivalrous.Thank-you Yana! You made our world a better place. We are thrilled with our kitten! Your professionalism, experience, patience and understanding are appreciated.Royal Devons Cattery has surpassed our expectations!Marlene and Lorne
Marlene Pancer
12:10 03 Jul 24
Absolutely wonderful experience from start to finish! Yana was very personable and answered any questions we had. We look forward to adding another devon rex kitten to our family in the future, and wouldn't even consider looking elsewhere!! Thanks Royal Devons Cattery ♡
Billie Pierobon
21:10 03 Nov 23
Royal Devon’s was amazing. Yana was supportive and kind through the whole process of getting our new kitten. I especially loved how thorough she was interviewing us as a potential family, she clearly cares about her cats and wants only what’s best for them.Our new baby is the most perfect fit for our family! She’s cute, friendly, fun, and healthy. I would highly recommend if you are looking for a Devon that this is the Cattery for you!
Ainsley Garbutt
12:41 19 Jun 23
We just welcomed our little girl home from Royal devons. Our whole experience from the beginning of the interview to picking up our kitten has been very positive. Yana took the time during our interview to answer all our questions, concerns and general information regarding the breed. Yana was very transparent regarding pricing and wait time for our kitten. Joy is very healthy, social and super affectionate. Thank you so much Yana for making our sons dream come true! We will definitely be coming back for another one in a year! We highly recommend Yana, she truly loves her cats and it shows.
Kateryna Kateryna
02:32 05 Feb 22
I honestly can’t say enough about Yana. She’s kind, honest and extremely knowledgeable. My three young boys and I waited about six months for our kitten and she was there throughout the waiting process to answer all of my questions. During my wait my circumstances changed and I landed a job where I would be away from home 24 hours at a time a few times a month. I called Yana and asked her to put me back on the list for another kitten. She had a better idea. When I say she knows her cats I’m not kidding. She suggested I take a retiree as Bella was already bonded with my Barmaley. So I brought the two of them home and they are the most loving, affectionate cats I’ve ever been around. They play together, they snuggle each other, they groom each other and they are absolutely attached at the hip. They are incredibly playful and happy. Seeing them together brings me so much joy and gratitude that I was able to keep them together. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I only wish I could give you 10 stars on here.
Angie STONE
01:25 03 Feb 22
Very high quality experience. Thank you Royal Devons Cattery!
Sheldon P
22:09 16 Jan 22
Wonderful kitten! Yana really knows her cats and kittens and cares for them any their new parents as if they were members of her own family. Yana is responsive, transparent and willing to answer every new kitten owner's question in detail and with patience. Our little Mouse is healthy, happy, well-adjusted and so much fun! We can't thank Yana enough for her expertise and care!
Susan S
22:10 09 Jan 22
I have nothing but great things to say about Yana and her Cattery. I would highly recommend Royal Devons to anyone looking for a new addition to their family. Yana made then entire process easy and answered all my questions (as silly as some of them may have been). Even after I brought my new kitten home she offered me support and guidance. I could not be happier with my new family member - thank you!! 🙏 😊
Dee J
22:23 28 Dec 21
Our lives and hearts have only grown bigger and more content after getting our Hula from Yana. This little one has made our lives so much more full of chaos, laughter, and pure love. This little one keeps us on our toes and cuddles like there is no tomorrow. Yana has been amazing from the start. It was totally worth traveling to Canada for our little fur baby. We can’t wait to add to our family.
PERLA TAYLOR
02:18 18 Dec 21
We are so happy with our "royal" kittens and the entire experience - from first contacting Royal Devons Cattery, to the interview and waitlist process, to getting our kittens, to the expertise we received afterwards. This is a professional, clean, caring cattery and we couldn't be happier.
kamerine gardam
02:11 13 Dec 21
One of the top catteries in Canada! Our family had a great experience with Royal Devins. The honesty and knowledge of the breeder (Yana) was beyond our expectations. We were supposed through the whole process of adoption and what’s more important after! Yana was available for us literally 24/7. Our baby girl is healthy and happy kitten who became a great addition to our big family.
Tatiana Aksenova
03:39 12 Dec 21
Tyra Jones
15:09 11 Dec 21
J Schizoid
20:29 10 Dec 21
Jocelyn Aarts
16:44 10 Dec 21
We are so grateful for Yana and the beautiful kitties she breeds. Gia was the perfect addition to our family, and Yana has been there for us every step of the way.
Courtney Boldt
16:07 10 Dec 21
We love our little kitty and are very pleased with our experience. Cannot wait to get another! Yana takes great care with her kittens, medically and socially. A healthy and well socialised kitten is what we received and love him. Yana is very organised and professional.
Jay Fillion
15:40 23 Jun 21
We couldn't be happier with our experience getting a devon from Yana. She is so friendly and helpful, and our little kitty is the most beautiful, personable, loving cat we've ever met. Thanks Yana!!
Adam & Jessica Blackburn
04:35 05 Apr 21
I am so in love with my kitten. His personality is adorable, very affectionate, and such a good boy. He slept the car ride when I picked him up and he even played fetch with me on his second night home. Yana was extremely helpful throughout the entire process and available to answer questions at any time. I would encourage anyone who brings home one of Yana's kittens to lean on her when needed.Yana was referred to me by a friend who told me a Devon will change your life. She was right. My little Prince Charming Oliver exceeded my dreams and I couldn't be happier.
K Morehead
22:54 11 Sep 20
We recently adopted a Devon Rex from Yana and the whole process has been just wonderful. We flew from Vancouver to Toronto to pick the kitty up and the entire process (emailing back and forth, traveling,etc.) probably would have been a nightmare if it weren't for her incredible guidance and support. We ended up with the PERFECT cat after all of it and our entire family is so in love! Our kitty truly completes our family and we are over the moon with how he is with our 6 year old son. The kitty is so cuddly, playful, socialized, relaxed, and is the dream cat. The devon rex breed really is incredible. Worth every penny... our Turbo is priceless! Thank you Yana!
Clo Blair
22:25 26 Feb 20
I did lotta research and came up with absolute best breeder. My Devon is wonderful but not only that the initial information provided and the follow up are incredible. This breeder has a real love Of her cats. Devin Rex is a very expensive in this case it’s worth every penny.
Joshua Joshua
03:12 16 Sep 19
Yana really loves what she does and these furry little guys. We recently picked up a new cat from her and she has guided us through the process and is always there if we have any questions.
Laura DiMarcantonio
00:25 13 Aug 19
We had such a great experience with Royal Devons Cattery! Not only once but twice! Yana is so patient and helpful when it comes to taking care of the babies and anwsering all of our questions. Without hesitation, I HIGHLY recommend Royal Devon Rex. 🙂
Kimberly Maisonneuve
17:01 11 Feb 19
Our experience with Devon Rex Cattery was amazing. Our beautiful boy Fillion is so sweet and the perfect addition to our family. Yana was so supportive and wonderful to deal with. We have had Fil for almost a year now and we still keep in touch with Yana. She loves to get updates on her fur babies! ❤🐱
Lynne Veugen
00:06 07 Feb 19
Love our baby!! He wouldn’t be with us with out Yana!
Jocelyn Veugen
23:54 06 Feb 19
Very knowledgeable breeder! Beautiful cats! Highly recommend Yana!
serge samkov
03:06 06 Feb 19
Yana matched us with the perfect little boy! I originally was looking for an emotional support pet and Bartok has become that and so much more. He is so fun to have around the house weather we’re sitting on the couch, in the bath (His second favourite spot. HONEST), or sleeping, He is so incredibly cuddly and sweet. He can get rambunctious at times which is the cutest thing to see him jumping around or carrying our clothes from the hamper in his mouth and strewing them all over the house. I feel he is so emotionally in tune with me, whenever I’ve had a hard day, he just seems to know and comes and lays on my chest (his favorite spot, and where he is while I write this). He is such a perfect little character that fits into our home better than I could have ever expected. And thank you so much, Yana!! We really do appreciate all the ongoing support you’ve given! It’s so great to have someone who knows what they’re doing just a call or message away!
Tianna Sikora
06:16 03 Feb 19
Yana went out of her way to make sure I got two beautiful little boys who are wonderful.Don't know why anyone would give a bad rating
Linda Will
18:52 06 Dec 18
Nikki Champagne
17:36 06 Dec 18
Iryna Ivanova
17:36 06 Dec 18
Anna Blumenov
15:48 12 Dec 17
