Even Ultimate Cat Lovers Don’t Know These Feline Facts

Hairless Cats Aren’t Actually Bald

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From a distance, “hairless” cats (which are called Sphynx cats) appear to be completely bald. But when you get closer, you can tell that they actually have a thin layer of downy fur covering their skin. You can see it in the above photo.

If you get the chance to pet a sphynx cat, you’ll quickly realize that their bodies have a suede-y texture. These cats are popular with people who have allergies to breeds with longer hair.