Diet
Sphynx have a higher metabolism than most cats and work harder to keep their body temperatures warm. It is important to have quality dry food and fresh water available at all times. A few great food choices are: Purina ONE Sensitive Skin & Stomach, Solid Gold, and Royal Cain. Never give your Sphynx cows milk products. Instead, give your kitten goats milk... they love it!
Baths
Typically, hair would absorb oils and dirt cats would accumulate. Being hairless, Sphynx tend to collect these dirts and oils on their skin. A frequent misconception with Sphynx is that they require weekly or bi-weekly bathing. However, I have discovered the more frequent the baths are the more oils being to build up on the skin. Depending on your Sphynx, one bath every 3-4 weeks is sufficient with wet wipe downs in between. Apply a little coconut oil to the extra dirty areas before bathing as this loosens dirt and keeps them moisturized. I like to use baby body wash as their skin can be sensitive and they come out with a complimentary baby smell.
Ears
It is normal for your Sphynx to develop a dark waxy buildup in their ears. You can use a wet wipe or ear cleaner with a cotton ball and Qtips to remove the buildup. If you notice your Sphynx is sensitive to the ear cleaner, stop using it and consult with your vet for a sensitive version or use a wet washcloth instead.
Eyes
As Sphynx do not have any hair around the eyes for protection they tend to have eye boogers. You can cleanse around their eyes with a warm wet cloth or cotton ball.
Nails
It is important to clean and trim your Sphynx nails. It's common for a black waxy buildup to gather on their nails. The best way to clean the waxy buildup is with a wet washcloth or wipe; For some stubborn areas, revert back to the coconut oil. When clipping the nails be mindful to avoid the veins as this causes discomfort and will cause your Sphynx to bleed. If you do not have pet nail clippers, regular nail trimmers we all have laying around work just as great. Cats have a natural instinct to scratch at things, provide them with an appropriate scratching post or cat tree. Declawing is absolutely unacceptable!
Rehoming
As your kitten transitions to their new home and environment they may experience some stress which can lead to sneezing, coughing, running rose and sore eyes. This usually resolves on its own as they become more accumulated to their new home.
Temperature
A great rule of thumb is: If you're comfortable, your Sphynx is comfortable. However, since we wear clothing we must remain mindful of the temperature and always have blankets or throws on hand so your Sphynx can snuggle if they choose.
Outdoors
When adventuring outdoors with your Sphynx be sure to limit direct sun exposure as your Sphynx can develop a sunburn. If you will be out for an extensive time you can apply sunblock and find shade when possible. However, your Sphynx will love to sunbathe while in the home and tends to gravitate towards windows during any season.
Vaccines
Your kitten will be up to date on vaccines before he/she leaves. A booster vaccine is recommended in one year and then once every three years. Never give FIP or FELV vaccines to your kittens, and never give two different vaccines on the same day unless it is a combo vaccine. It is too hard on your little kitten, and many cats have had severe reactions to two vaccines given on the same day. FIP vaccines are often time fatal if your cat has ever been exposed to the FIP virus, which 90% of cats in a multiple cat household have been exposed. They will break out with the fatal form of FIP if given the vaccine. There is no known treatment for FIP it is fatal.