🐱 Cat
Skin care: Sphynx
A breed that looks like a hairless cat – the skin is soft and warm to the touch, often covered with fine down, and there are usually short hairs on the nose, ears and tail.
The Sphynx looks hairless, but it is not always completely without hair: the skin is often covered with fine down, and there are short hairs on the nose, ears and tail. Without a coat to absorb the natural oils, the skin becomes greasy and collects dirt, so for the Sphynx, grooming means skin care. It includes regular bathing, cleaning the ears and paws, where wax and oil build up, and protection from the sun and cold.
🛁 Bathing
Regularly, but not necessarily every week – the frequency depends on how quickly the individual cat's skin becomes oily; bathing too often can dry out the skin. Discuss a suitable routine and product with a vet. Use a gentle cat shampoo diluted according to the label, rinse well and dry the cat straight away so that it does not get cold.
🪮 Brushing
No brushing is needed. Between baths you can wipe the skin with a soft, slightly damp cloth to remove oil and dirt.
🍂 Shedding and coat change
The amount of fine down on the body can change with the season and with hormonal changes.
Tips for home
- Clean the ears once a week – without hair in the ears, more wax builds up; clean only the visible part, without going into the ear canal.
- Clean the paws and around the nails, where wax and oil collect, and trim the nails regularly.
- Protect the skin from the sun – bare skin burns easily, even when the cat lies in a sunny window for a long time. The Sphynx is kept indoors and may go outside only under supervision and in a secure area.
- In a normally heated home the Sphynx does not need extra warmth, but in cold weather and draughts give it a warm spot or a cat jumper.
- If you notice rashes, redness or other changes in the skin, consult a vet.
Shampoos and conditioners for Sphynx
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Chris Christensen SmartWash 50 Hypoallergenic Shampoo Concentrate 50:1
€34,99 Size: 473ml · 2 sizes Unit price €73,97/L -
TropiClean Oxymed Hypoallergenic Oatmeal Shampoo
€14,99 Unit price €42,23/L -
Show Tech+ Pure Coat Degreasing Shampoo
€16,49 Size: 300ml · 2 sizes Unit price €54,97/L -
TropiClean Gentle Coconut Hypoallergenic Puppy and Kitten Shampoo 355ml
€12,99 Unit price €36,59/L -
Show Tech+ Speed Clean No-Rinse Spray 500 ml
€22,99 Size: 500 ml (spray) · 2 sizes Unit price €45,98/L -
TropiClean Oxymed Anti-Itch Medicated Shampoo
€14,99 Unit price €42,23/L -
Hydra Vegan Detox Purifying Mud Mask with Activated Charcoal, 1 l
€68,95 Unit price €68,95/L -
TropiClean OxyMed Medicated Itch Relief Oatmeal Treatment Rinse Conditioner for Dogs and Cats with Sensitive Skin, 355 ml
€15,33 Unit price €43,18/L -
Chris Christensen SmartRinse Vanilla Oatmeal Conditioner for Sensitive Skin, Concentrate 8:1, 59ml
€9,15 Unit price €155,08/L -
iGroom Prebiotic Conditioner for Dogs
€36,50 Size: 473ml · 2 sizes Unit price €77,17/L
Frequently asked questions
How often should I bathe a Sphynx?
The Sphynx needs regular bathing, but not necessarily every week. The frequency depends on how quickly the individual cat's skin becomes oily, and bathing too often can dry it out. That is why you should discuss a suitable routine and product with a vet. Use a gentle cat shampoo diluted according to the label and dry the cat straight after the bath.
Why is a Sphynx's skin oily?
Every cat's skin produces natural oils, which in coated breeds are absorbed and distributed by the coat. The Sphynx has no such coat, so the oils stay on the skin, and dust and dirt stick to it. This is normal for the breed and is managed with regular bathing and wiping with a soft damp cloth. If you notice rashes or irritation, consult a vet.
How do I clean a Sphynx's ears?
A Sphynx's ears have no hair to catch dust, so more wax builds up in them. Clean them once a week, wiping only the visible part with a cotton pad or a product recommended by a vet, without going into the ear canal. If you notice an unpleasant smell, redness or dark build-up, consult a vet.
Care for other breeds
All breeds →This advice is general. For skin or ear problems, consult a vet.