Wonderful breed with a few things to know before you commit to a Sphynx

I've had my Sphynx for 2 years and overall it's been an amazing experience. dog-like loyalty. hilarious personality. The personality of this breed really is special — energetic, affectionate, inquisitive.

That said, there are a few realities I wish someone had been more upfront about. needs weekly bathing was a real surprise. And gets cold easily took some adjustment. These aren't dealbreakers by any means, but they're worth knowing going in.

Health-wise, respiratory infections. We had one scare a couple years in that cost a few thousand dollars. Pet insurance is strongly recommended. But despite these things, I'd still give the breed 4 stars — the companionship and personality far outweigh the challenges.