Sphynx vs Donskoy

Same fields, side by side: weight, lifespan, grooming load, energy and known health risks.

	Sphynx	Donskoy
Weight	3.0–5.5 kg (6.5–12 lb)	7–13 lb (3–6 kg)
Length	Body 35–45 cm (14–18 in), tail 30–35 cm	Body 14–17 in (36–43 cm), tail 10–12 in
Lifespan	9–15 years	12–15+ years
Typical price	$1,200–$3,500	$1,200–$3,000; in Russia and Ukraine typically $600–1,500
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What the numbers say