Bodies

Because a Sphynx's skin gets oily and dirty, they need to be bathed more often than other cats. Our kitties are used to Dove Extra Moisturizing Shampoo, or Johnson's Baby Shampoo. Some kitties will enjoy baths, while others do not. If your cat does not enjoy baths, you may use baby wipes. We use Huggies Extra Care with Lanolin (Fragrance Free).

Ears

Sphynx do not have hair in their ears which helps trap dirt and other particles in the ears. As a result, Sphynx's ears need to be cleaned at least once a week. You can obtain an ear cleansing solution from your vet. Sphynx have dark-colored earwax, so make sure that your vet is familiar with the breed, as some vets will think that the dark-colored earwax is a result of ear mites. You can clean the ears with solution and Q Tips (but don't let them eat the Q Tips- most cats think these are toys!)

Nose and Eyes

The Sphynx do not have hairs around their noses and eyes which prevent particles from being trapped in the eyes and nose. You may want to just simply wipe the corners of their eyes and check for small mucus buildup in and around the nose weekly.

Feet

Again, because Sphynx do not have hair, dirt gets trapped in and around paws and claws. We recommend baby wipes with lanolin, as they help remove the dirt and buildup. Do this once a week, also.

Shots and Other Vaccines

Please take kittens to the vet to continue their shots and other vaccinations! Your Sphynx will come with a shot record and a health guarantee, so please make sure to continue taking care of your Sphynx! Do not EVER use any topical flea and tick solution, such as Advantage, Revolution, Hartz, etc. as these can kill your Sphynx!

Outside

Don't let your Sphynx go outside! Going outside exposes Sphynx to a variety of risks, including poisonous plants, and diseases. Because Sphynx do not have hair, they are at risk for sunburn.