Your guide to finding and caring for a Devon Rex in Honolulu
A Devon Rex is a good match for a Honolulu condo, because it wants to be near you and doesn't need a yard. In a Makiki apartment or a Salt Lake townhouse, a tall cat tree by a window gives it room to climb, and the year-round warmth suits a cat that hunts for heat spots. Devons follow their people from room to room and get lonely when left for long days, so they fit best with someone who's home often.
Find your forever Devon Rex
While we don't have enough cats near Honolulu, keep in mind that many rescues may offer transport.
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The Devon Rex began around 1960 in Devon, England, with a curly-coated kitten named Kirlee. His wavy fur came from a different gene than the Cornish Rex's, so the two are separate breeds. Devons are easy to spot: oversized ears, big eyes, a slender body and a short, soft, rippled coat, often with crinkled whiskers. Many people call them "poodle cats."
In Honolulu, a Devon's sparse coat is less of a worry than it would be in a cold climate, but sun and humidity still matter. Skin can get oily, ears collect wax, and pale cats can sunburn at a sunny window or on a lanai. Devons are playful, food-motivated and eager to learn tricks, though each cat's personality differs, so meeting a cat in person says more than any breed description.
Having a Devon Rex in Honolulu
Devon Rexes pair high energy with a delicate coat and a few inherited health concerns. In Honolulu, the main questions are how much company the cat gets, whether your home has climbing space, and how you'll handle sun, humidity and the occasional storm.
Devons are playful, curious and devoted, often riding on shoulders and greeting visitors at the door. That suits a lively Honolulu household with someone home often, and many get along with kind children and cat-friendly dogs. Long workdays alone can leave them restless, so a companion pet may help. Each cat's personality varies.
Expect daily play: wand toys, puzzle feeders, a tall cat tree and short treat-training sessions. In a condo, vertical space makes up for the lack of a yard, and a window perch adds entertainment. Playing in the morning or evening keeps sessions comfortable on warm, humid days. Many Devons learn to fetch.
Devons can inherit a muscle disorder that has a DNA test, and heart disease, kneecap problems and skin yeast infections are also reported. Honolulu's humidity can make oily skin and waxy ears harder to manage, so watch for itching or odor. Regular veterinary checkups, including a heart check, help catch problems early.
Devons do well in condos and small homes if they have climbing space, toys and company. Keep them indoors or in a secure catio, since the thin coat offers little sun protection. High-rise living adds one rule: secure screens and balcony doors so a curious climber can't fall.
| Expense | Typical cost | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Food | $20 to $40 per month | $240 to $480 |
| Pet insurance | $25 to $50 per month | $300 to $600 |
| Routine vet care | $150 to $350 per year | $150 to $350 |
| Other* | $500 to $1,350 per year | $500 to $1,350 |
| Estimated yearly total (after year one) | $1,190 to $2,780 | |
Other costs are estimates and vary with size, age and health.
* Flea and tick prevention, a dental cleaning allowance, litter, toys and bedding, light coat care, and ear cleaning, baths and sun protection for a thin-coated cat.
Now that you know more, let’s find you a new best friend. These rescues and shelters below have cats available in and near Honolulu.
Oʻahu's shelters and rescues, from a large open-admission shelter to volunteer foster networks, are listed here. Here are the rescues & shelters in the Honolulu area with cats available for adoption, worth asking whether a Devon Rex is coming in.
Yes. No Honolulu rules targeting Devon Rex cats are known, so the usual local requirements apply: a registered microchip from four months old, plus a collar with an ID tag if the cat goes outdoors. A Devon kept indoors, which is best for its thin coat, rarely needs more than that.
Yes, a Devon Rex adapts well to Honolulu apartments and condos. It's small and doesn't need a yard, but it does need climbing space, daily play and company. In a high-rise, keep balcony doors and window screens secure so a curious climber can't slip out, and read your building's pet policy before signing a lease.
Often, yes, for people who are home a lot. A Devon craves warmth and attention, and Honolulu is mild all year. The tradeoffs are sun and humidity for a thin coat, loud New Year's fireworks that can frighten cats, and loneliness during long workdays. Plan on a quiet room, current microchip registration and plenty of play.
Mostly, yes. Honolulu never gets cold, with normal lows staying in the mid-60s, which suits a cat that craves warmth. The risks are sun and heat: highs reach the upper 80s, and about 32 days a year hit 90°F. Keep a Devon indoors with shade, fans or AC and fresh water, and keep pale cats off hot windowsills.
Very little brushing, since the coat is fine and breaks easily; stroking with a hand or soft cloth is enough. Honolulu's heat and humidity can make the skin oily, so plan on a bath every few weeks or as needed, plus regular ear checks. These light-care items fit within the Other costs of roughly $500–$1,350 a year.
Yes, in a carrier. TheBus and Skyline allow small animals in an enclosed carrier that fits under the seat or on your lap, and a Devon's 5–10 pound frame fits easily. Keep the cat inside the carrier for the whole ride, and skip open food and drink on Skyline. Check current fares before you go.
No, Devon Rex cats are not hypoallergenic, and the CFA cat registry says so directly. They shed less than most cats, but the main cat allergen comes from saliva and skin glands, not hair alone. Some people with mild allergies find Devons easier to live with, but spending extended time with a specific cat before adopting is the safest approach.
A Devon Rex is a small, slender cat breed from England with a short, wavy, soft coat, very large ears and big eyes. It developed from a curly-coated kitten found in Devon around 1960. Devons are known for playful, people-loving personalities and are often described as acting more like dogs or monkeys than typical aloof cats.
Yes, Devon Rex cats shed, but much less than most cats. Their coat is short and sparse, with fewer guard hairs, so loose hair is less noticeable around the home. Some Devons go through thinner phases, particularly as kittens. Bald patches with redness, scabs or itching are not normal shedding and should be checked by a veterinarian.
Plan on roughly $1,200 to $2,800 a year for a Devon Rex in Honolulu. That covers food at $20–$40 a month, insurance at $25–$50 a month, routine vet care of $150–$350 a year, and $500–$1,350 a year for extras like litter, flea prevention, dental care and skin and ear care. Honolulu has no cat license.
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