It’s a Sphynx! It’s a Munchkin! No wait, it’s a Sphynchkin! As popular and notable as Sphynx and Munchkin cats can be, have you ever thought about what they would look like combined?
Meet the Dwelf: they are small in stature but have a whole lot of personality behind those stubby little legs.
If you are thinking they look a bit Egyptian, you might be onto something.
They were bred in the United States, but pretty much everything else about their origin is a mystery.
Well if you take “dwarf” and “elf” you get Dwelf! This stems mainly from their unique looks and stature, as they are small (dwarf) cats with adorable (elf-like) appearances.
The cuddly Dwelf achieved its unique look from 3 different breeds: Munchkin, Sphynx, and American Curl.
As of now, they are only bred in America and are quite a rare breed. Specifically “designed” and bred for a certain look, these felines can set you back anything from $1000+.
While the rumors run rampant that these types of hairless breeds can’t grow hair, this is false. They are definitely capable and often have fine, downy hairs all over their bodies.
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