Spina bifida, which is part of a bundle of illnesses called “Manx Syndrome” can affect Manx cats (“is common in Manx cats¹”). Amongst other things Spina bifida causes faecal incontinence – the cat cannot keep the anus closed. Some Manx are … Continue reading →
Need I say that the most outstanding Manx cat characteristic is the lack of a tail? One of the most interesting characteristics of the Manx is that it is a cat with a long history so it was around at … Continue reading →
Yes and no. Yes, if you want the perfect modern Manx cat as dictated by the breed standard (at Feb 2013). But the original Manx cats didn’t look like this. As a result, unnaturally long hind legs that are much … Continue reading →
This is a page on the Manx Cat written for kids and people who like to read plain English and see good pictures. The Manx is a cat breed that has been around for a long time. It is one … Continue reading →
There is an ongoing debate about which cat breeds are the most popular. Popularity will change over time and the methods for deciding the most popular also affects the results. There are at least three ways to measure cat breed … Continue reading →
Photo copyright Helmi Flick – please respect copyright — the back legs are longer than the front, which leads to a tendency to be in this position. This Manx Cat photograph shows a “rumpy” Manx cat, meaning entirely tailless. The coat is orange … Continue reading →
The CFA breed standard says that the eyes should be large and round (passed on this test). The eyes should be at an angle towards the nose (passed on this test). The outer corners of the eyes should be slightly … Continue reading →
This is another picture of a rumpy Max Cat. Remember they come tailed, tailless and a range in between. Note the stocky build and dense coat. This cat is very compact (gorgeous look on his/her face as well – looks … Continue reading →
Another gorgeous looking Manx Cat. This is the show type of Manx Cat – tailless, nicely rounded body. He leans forward like a hatchback car. He’s pretty fast too. He’s athletic and a good jumper because of the powerful hind … Continue reading →
This as you are probably aware is not a professional photograph. It is of a Manx cat of the “stumpy” type (short tail). She was an old cat now sadly passed on. This is a nice photograph showing the tail … Continue reading →
