Touch a resting Devon Rex and you will immediately notice the furnace-like warmth of its body. Contrary to myth, their internal body temperature is identical to any domestic cat, hovering around 100.5°F to 102.5°F. Without an insulating double or triple coat, their bodies constantly shed thermal energy directly into the surrounding air.
To compensate, their bodies burn fuel rapidly. A high metabolism diet rich in animal-derived proteins and clean fats is non-negotiable for growing kittens. Dry food left out for grazing often leads to overeating and digestive upset, as their appetites can outpace their digestive transit times. Controlled meals combining balanced moisture-rich canned formulas or commercial raw preparations keep hydration levels optimal while supporting muscle growth. High calorie density per ounce is essential; their stomachs are small, but their daily caloric expenditure easily outstrips larger, heavier-coated longhair breeds.
