Manx Cat
history/profile of Manx Cat
The cat breed Manx has a long history - the first mention of
tailless cats dates back to 1750. Now it is difficult to say when exactly they
were brought to the island, but it can be said for sure - later, several
imported cats spread the "tailless" gene and the island became known
precisely because of its unusual animals. However, some experts admit that a
kitten with a congenital mutation could have been born on the island, and was
not imported from the outside.
Since it is an island, not a continent, the number of
individuals and opportunities for reproduction is limited, and therefore, in
order for the gene to spread throughout the island, it took very little time.
Now the breed of Mansa cat is recognized by many registries, such as the
Association of Cat lovers, the International Association of Cats, and other
organizations.
Characteristics of the Manx Cat breed
Adaptability 10/10
Attachment to the
family 10/10
Gaming
activity 10/10
intelligence 10/10
General
health 09/10
Wool
fallout 06/10
Friendliness to
children 08/10
Friendly to
dogs 10/10
Love for meows 06/10
Manx Cat Breed information
|
The Origin |
Isle of Man |
|
lifetime |
12-14 years old |
|
size |
medium-large |
|
weight |
Cats: 4.5-5.5 kg, Cats: 3.5-4.5 kg |
|
The type of wool |
shorthaired |
|
Color |
any colors and drawings of wool, except chocolate, mauve and Siamese-type color |
|
lifestyle |
Outdoors / indoors |
Manx Cat Price |
400 - 600 $ |
description of Manx Cat
The Man cat is a strong and intelligent pet with wonderful
hunting instincts. Some even call them "kotops" for their unusual
demeanor. This is a wonderful companion and a faithful friend, who is sure to
become a favorite for each of your family members. He is obedient and
understanding, and will gladly walk on a leash if you accustom him to it at an
early age.
Manx has a strong physique and has quite impressive sizes.
Paws are short, strong, and muscular, ears of medium length. There is a great
variety of colors of this breed, for every taste. Life expectancy is on average
15 years (provided there are no genetic abnormalities mentioned below).
The personality of Manx Cat
Manx - a perky and cheerful cat, with hunting instincts.
Such a cat is best to have if you live in the private sector, this you will
make a great gift not only to the animal but also to yourself. That is, living
in the private sector people as usual in any case have a cat, however, Man's breed - it's something special. Her peculiar temper turns the pet into a
watchdog cat - no stray dog dares to penetrate into your yard, as will be
immediately attacked. Not to mention the other cats or rats.
At the same time, this breed, in any case, cannot be called
aggressive - in the circle of his family, with loved ones Mane cat is full of
tenderness and affection. She may be a curious observer of your daily household
chores, and will always be happy to serve as a soft pillow when you decide to
relax.
High intelligence allows the pet to perfectly navigate the
terrain, draw their own conclusions, observe the situation from the outside and
participate in household chores, as well as understand what is required of it, and even learn simple commands. To children, this breed treats with caution, but
without hostility, as well as to strangers, especially - on its territory. If
your child will follow the rules of behavior with the cat, they will be
friends.
Man cat is attached to his family, likes to spend time with
her, and participates in distant trips. Often, it is neutral to water and can
even try to fish if you live near a body of water. They are quite playful and
active, and not only in childhood. Despite their temper, the owners of
these cats are usually obedient.
Common diseases in Manx Cat
Despite good immunity and, in general, good health, there
are some genetic defects, namely:
- Coccyx arthritis;
- corneal dystrophy (begins to develop when the kitten is about 4 months old);
- Manx syndrome, is a combination of birth defects - short spine, urinary tract defects, and problems with the intestines and digestion. This disease occurs in 20 percent of Mane cats and usually occurs when the kitten turns 4 months old. Therefore, it is better to buy kittens older than 4 months.
How to take care of Manx Cat?
The Man's cat needs weekly combing. In addition, 3 times a
week you need to brush your teeth, once every 2-3 months to bathe the pet, as
well as prune the claws every 10 days. Ears and eyes are cleaned as needed.
