Ukrainian Levkoy (Ukrainian Levkoy) is a breed of fold-eared hairless cats . They are graceful, long-legged and flexible animals with soft, elastic, wrinkled skin. The breed is not recognized by any major international felinological organization. Ukrainian Levkoys have intelligence, delicacy and an inquisitive mind. They are devoted to their owners, easily make contact, and are not vindictive. They are very inquisitive and will definitely examine your bag that you bring from the store or a new item that appears in the house. They are interested in literally everything, but especially what you are trying to hide from them. Levkoys get along well not only with children, but also with other pets, including small rodents.
Weight: about 5 kg. Dimensions: 26-32 cm. Cost (price) of a kitten: from 10,000-25,000 rubles (depending on the class of the kitten) Life expectancy: up to 12-15 years. Country of origin: Ukraine. Breed diseases: diseases of the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary and nervous systems, diseases of the blood system, etc. The breed is recognized by felinological organizations: RUI.
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Characteristics of this breed:
| Characteristic | Rating using a five-point system |
| Shedding intensity | 1 |
| Communication skills with people | 4 |
| Attitude towards strangers | 3 (complete indifference, without a bit of aggression) |
| Interaction with children | 4 |
| Activity level | 3 |
| Health status | 3 |
| Aggressiveness | 1 |
| The need to communicate with owners | 4 |
| Picky eating | 3 |
| Showing affection | 5 |
| Intellectual abilities | 4 |
| Need for care | 3 |
| Cleanliness | 4 |
| Maintenance cost | 4 |
| Get along with other pets | 5 |
| Need for clothing | 5 |
The breed is characterized based on statistical data and reviews from owners. These are average readings taken as a result of assessing the behavior of an individual representative. Therefore, individual differences are possible.
Levka without fur
Features of character and behavior
Toyger (cat): detailed description of the breed
Levkoi are real aristocrats, they are cultured and reserved. At the same time, these cats have a wonderful character - they are affectionate and friendly to everyone. Pets are particularly sociable and loyal. They are very attached to their owner and are very accepting of children and other pets.
The lop-eared Sphynx really needs to communicate with people, loves to sit on laps and does not tolerate loneliness well. Cats sense their owner’s mood and, if necessary, will try to cheer him up and feel sorry for him.
You cannot constantly criticize, much less punish, your pet. Cats of the Ukrainian Levkoy breed have a rather sensitive psyche; they have a hard time accepting negativity addressed to them.
Cats of this breed are very curious and love active games. They always need to know what is going on around them. Fold-eared sphinxes are not aggressive; they treat all creatures around them with kindness.
Ukrainian Levkoys come in different colors
Brief description of Levkoy cats
This is how you can briefly describe the Ukrainian Levkoy breed:
| Country of origin | Ukraine |
| Time of origin of the breed | 2004 |
| Lifespan | 12-14 years old |
| Average cat weight | 4-6 kg |
| Cat weight | 4-5 kg |
| Height at withers | About 25 cm |
| Body length with tail | 70-75 cm |
| The cost of a purebred kitten | 15-25 thousand rubles. |
| Price of an animal without documents | Up to 10 thousand rubles. |
Breed standards
- Kittens of the Ukrainian Levkoy breed are quite large. Males weigh 5-6 kg, and females are on average 1.5 kg lighter. Externally, the difference in size between males and females is very noticeable.
- Kittens have an angular head shape. Well-defined cheekbones and massive brow ridges. The animal has a low forehead, whiskers with curls and dense pads under the whiskers.
- The Ukrainian Levkoy has far-set ears, which are characterized by softness and a slight curl.
- Beautiful almond-shaped eyes are slightly half-closed or even slanted. The color of the iris can vary, as can the size of the eyes.
- Levkoys have developed muscles, the limbs are angular and strong, and the body is elongated, almost rectangular. The movable paws are distinguished by their elegance and clear definition of the toes.
- The breed's tail is long and thick with a tapering tip.
- The velvety skin on the forehead, groin and armpits gathers into folds. It feels hot to the touch.
- Representatives of the breed do not have hair, but in some cases a light short velor fluff can be observed. Any color is possible.
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