🛁 Bathing Routine
Sphynx cats need regular skin care due to the oils their skin produces. Plan to bathe your cat every 10–14 days using a gentle, hypoallergenic cat shampoo. In between baths, warm cloth wipe-downs can help keep them clean. Avoid overbathing to prevent dryness or irritation.
👂 Ear & Eye Cleaning
Because Sphynx lack fur, they build up ear wax and tear residue more quickly than other breeds.
• Clean ears weekly using cotton pads and a vet-approved ear cleaner
• Wipe their eyes gently with a warm, damp cloth to remove tear stains or discharge
🦷 Dental Care
Sphynx and Bambino cats are genetically at moderate to high risk for oral health issues like gingivitis or periodontal disease.
Brush their teeth regularly or use vet-approved dental treats or rinses. Yearly dental exams are important.
🫀 Heart Health in Sphynx Cats
Some Sphynx cats may be prone to Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), a form of heart disease.
We recommend a screening echocardiogram by a feline cardiologist around 1 year of age, then annually.
At Tiny Sphynxery, we track DNA and family history to reduce this risk.
🩺 Vet Visits & Vaccinations
• Yearly checkups with a trusted vet
• Core vaccines: FVRCP & Rabies
• Deworming and flea control (if needed)
• Spay/neuter when appropriate (unless under breeding agreement)
📝 Weekly Sphynx Care Checklist
• ✔ Bathe or wipe down with warm cloth
• ✔ Clean ears
• ✔ Trim nails
• ✔ Wipe eyes
• ✔ Check skin for bumps, dryness, or blackheads
🧴 Recommended Care Products
• Earthbath Hypoallergenic Cat Shampoo
• Virbac Epi-Otic Advanced Ear Cleaner
• Petkin Fragrance-Free Eye Wipes
• Cat-safe nail clippers or rotary nail grinder