Your guide to finding and caring for a Devon Rex in Vegas
A Devon Rex fits a Downtown loft better than most cats do. In the Arts District, where converted warehouses like the Holsum Lofts sit near Main Street, a small cat that climbs everything gets plenty of vertical space. Devons want company, and they'll claim your shoulder as a perch. Keep the thermostat steady through Vegas summers, because a cat with so little fur feels both the 100-degree afternoons and the cool desert nights. Plan on a tall cat tree by a shaded window.
Find your forever Devon Rex
While we don't have enough cats near Las Vegas, keep in mind that many rescues may offer transport.
F, 3-7 y., 396 miles
Devon Rex
F, 6 mo.-2 y., 396 miles
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Devon Rex, Domestic Short Hair
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Devon Rex, Domestic Short Hair
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Devon Rex, Domestic Short Hair
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Devon Rex
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Cornish Rex
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Devon Rex, Domestic Short Hair
F, 3-7 y., 2231 miles
Devon Rex, Tabby
M, 7 mo., 1043 miles
Domestic Short Hair, Lykoi
The Devon Rex is a small, slender cat with oversized ears, big eyes and a soft, rippled coat that gives it a pixie look. The breed traces back to a curly-coated kitten found in Devon, England, around 1960, and its wavy fur comes from a different gene than the Cornish Rex's. Most weigh 5 to 10 pounds.
Devons are playful, people-focused cats that follow their humans around and love interactive games. Their thin coat sheds less than most cats' but isn't hypoallergenic, and it leaves them chilly and prone to oily skin and waxy ears. In a dry desert city, that points to an indoor life with steady temperatures and a little skin care. Personalities vary, so spend time with a Devon before deciding.
Having a Devon Rex in Vegas
Devon Rexes are lively, affectionate cats with delicate coats and a few inherited health risks. In Vegas, the daily questions are company, climbing space and keeping a thin-coated cat comfortable indoors.
Devons are often outgoing, clownish and deeply attached to their people, following them from room to room. Many get along with respectful kids and other pets. They usually dislike long hours alone, which matters if your days include a long commute across the valley. A second cat or a home-based routine can help, though each cat differs.
Most Devons are athletic climbers who need daily interactive play: wand toys, puzzle feeders and short trick sessions with treats. A tall cat tree beside a window gives them a view without the heat. Indoor play also keeps these food-loving cats lean, and it matters most through the long summer months when outdoor time isn't an option.
Devon Rexes can inherit a muscle disorder that has a DNA test, and heart disease, kneecap problems and skin yeast infections are also reported. Dry desert air can make skin changes more noticeable, so watch for itching or greasy fur. Early veterinary checkups can cover heart screening and the cat's blood type.
Apartments and houses both work, as long as a Devon has vertical space, toys and company. Keep the cat indoors or in a shaded, enclosed catio, since strong sun and cool desert nights are hard on a thin coat. In summer, shade window perches or add UV-blocking film so a sunny spot doesn't turn into a sunburn.
| 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* | $510 to $1,360 per year | $510 to $1,360 |
| Estimated yearly total (after year one) | $1,200 to $2,790 | |
Other costs are estimates and vary with size, age and health.
* The $10 city license for a spayed or neutered cat, litter, flea and tick prevention, a dental cleaning allowance, supplies, and extra ear cleaning, baths and warm bedding 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 Las Vegas.
Vegas has a mix of shelters and rescues that bring cats of every age and type to adopters. Here are the rescues & shelters in the Vegas area with cats available for adoption, worth asking whether a Devon Rex is coming in.
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Yes, as indoor cats with reliable air conditioning. Vegas has roughly 78 days a year at 100°F or hotter, and even July nights stay in the low 80s, so a Devon should stay inside. Shade sunny window perches, provide plenty of fresh water, and never leave the cat in a parked car.
Yes. Nevada law bars breed-specific rules, so a Devon Rex is treated like any other cat. You'll need to license and microchip the cat, keep rabies shots current and have it sterilized. Because Devons are uncommon, watch the listings on this page, browse similar breeds and nearby cities, and save a search for new arrivals.
Yes. Devons are small and adapt well to apartments when they have climbing space, toys and company. Look for a unit with dependable air conditioning and shade sun-facing windows. A tall cat tree and wall shelves stand in for a yard. Since many Devons dislike being alone, they do better when someone is home often.
It can be, for people who are home often and keep a cool, steady indoor space. Devons crave company and play, and the desert heat keeps them inside anyway. They're a weaker match for homes that sit empty all day or where air conditioning is unreliable. Meeting a cat in person is the best test.
Yes, but only in a carrier. RTC buses allow pets in a covered, secured cage when there's open space, and full adult fare applies if the cat needs its own seat. A small Devon fits a standard carrier. Check current fares with RTC, and keep waits short in summer, since carriers heat up quickly at bus stops.
Less brushing than most cats, but regular skin and ear care. Use a soft cloth or your hand instead of a brush, wipe oily spots, and clean ears with a vet-approved solution. Dry desert air can leave skin flaky, so ask your vet how often to bathe. Coat care is a small part of the yearly Other costs.
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.
Expect roughly $1,200 to $2,800 a year for a Devon Rex in Vegas, covering food, insurance, routine vet care and other costs such as litter and dental care. Insurance and vet visits are worth budgeting for, given the breed's inherited heart and muscle conditions. The adoption fee varies by listing and is shown with each cat on this page.
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