Manx Cat

Manx cats are interesting animals. Coming originally from the Isle of Man, the Manx cat is now only allowed to be shown in the U.S. Britain no long accepts the Manx cat in competitions for fear that breeding will cause a perpetuation of the spine defect and lead to the death of many cats. Manx cats are most famously known for their absence of a tail, though many kittens have at least a stump

Deciding on a Manx cat is not for the faint of heart! Manx kittens are very active and playful, and are speedy runners that love to climb. The Manx kitten is also almost dog-like in its personality, and will retrieve a bury toys like a dog does. He can often be found on the highest perch in the house, so keep knick knacks and fragile decorations away in places that he has no access to.

Manx cats have the shortest bodies of domestic cats. It has a broad chest and an arching back. His back end sits higher than his shoulders. It has large cheeks and round whisker pads that give him the appearance of having large jowls. Manx cats can be totally without a tail, or have a stump of varying lengths. They also come in every variety of color, including tabbies, color points, and bicolors.

Manx cats without tails must be handled very carefully. Many Manx cats are chronically sensitive about their rumps. Daily combing can help a Manx cat maintain his looks.

The majority of Manx cat health problems come from poor breeding. The absence of a tail can sometimes lead to a lethal spine defect, and kittens have a high mortality rate. If you have not decided on a Manx cat and health problems are a concern for you, another breed may be more your taste. Aside from genetic problems, Manx cat health can usually be maintained with regular visits to the veterinarian for annual care and vaccines.

To find Manx cats for sale, the best place to look is at Manx cat breeders. Many will post on their websites when they have Manx kittens for sale. However, since the mortality rate is so high, finding a Manx kitten for sale may prove difficult and expensive. Another option is to contact a Manx rescue group, where you can adopt a Manx cat that has been abandoned by its previous owner. Manx cat rescues can be found all over the United States.