Russia
Natural
Medium
9-12 in
6-12 lbs
12-15 years
Meet the Donskoy
The Donskoy is a natural hairless breed that originated in Russia in the 1980s. The breed was developed from a natural genetic mutation that produced hairless kittens. Donskoys are known for their warm, velvety skin, wrinkles, and affectionate, people-loving personality.
Where It All Began
The Donskoy breed began in Rostov-on-Don, Russia, in 1986 when a hairless kitten named Varvara was born. Through careful breeding, this natural mutation was preserved and developed into the unique Donskoy breed we know today.
Personality
🏃 An Active Lifestyle
This breed does well with regular, moderate exercise such as daily walks and playtime.
- ✓ 30–45 minutes of exercise daily
- ✓ Daily walks plus some playtime
- ✓ Benefits from occasional training sessions
✂ Grooming Needs
Being hairless, Donskoys need regular skin care to stay clean and healthy.
- ✓ Wipe skin 1-2 times per week
- ✓ Bath as needed (every 1-2 weeks)
- ✓ Clean ears regularly
- ✓ Trim nails regularly
❤ Keeping Healthy
A proper diet and regular vet care are important to keep your Donskoy happy and healthy.
- • Regular vet checkups
- • High-quality protein diet
- • Maintain healthy weight
- • Keep skin clean and moisturized
- • Provide warmth (sensitive to cold)
$ Cost of Ownership
Donskoys are rare and may have a higher initial cost.
Purchase Price: $1,500 - $3,000+
Monthly Cost: $50 - $120
First Year Cost: $900 - $1,800
Lifetime Cost: $12,000 - $20,000+
👍 Pros
- Affectionate and loyal
- Intelligent and curious
- Low shedding
- Great for apartments
- Unique and elegant
👎 Cons
- Requires skin care
- Needs warmth
- Can be demanding
- Not ideal for outdoors
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