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Manx
🐰 The bunny cat! Most Manx have no tail at all! They have long back legs and hop like rabbits. Round and sturdy.
⚡ Quick Facts
Size
Medium
Weight
8-12 lbs (3.5-5.5 kg)
Life Expectancy
12-14 years
Energy Level
Medium
Good with Children
Yes
Apartment Friendly
Yes
💖 Personality & Behavior
Watch-cats! They will guard your house. They are loyal and dog-like. They even like car rides sometimes!
🍖 Food & Treats
They love to eat! Keep them round but not fat.
⚠️ General information only - for specific dietary needs, consult a veterinarian
🧶 Play & Activities
Favorite Games & Activities:
- Carrying toys
- Hunting
- Jumping high
- Water play
They are powerful jumpers! They can corner turns like a sports car. They love burying toys.
🏡 Living Environment
Great family pets. They need a loving home. They are very adaptable.
✨ Fun Facts
- Originated on the Isle of Man.
- A 'Rumpy' has no tail, a 'Stumpy' has a little one.
- Legend says Noah closed the Ark door on its tail!
- They have a double coat.
- One of the oldest known breeds.
Similar Breeds You Might Like
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American Bobtail
Another short tailed breed
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Cymric
Long haired Manx
🐈
British Shorthair
Similar bubbly body