My Munchkin cat Anemone is a rescue cat. She’s a sweet little girl. However because she was abused and then abandoned along with her brother, it’s taken a lot of patience,love and effort to get her to trust again!
@@winterplayz-robloxmore8478 afghan wolf hound is not a breed and if the dachshund had long legs it wasn't pure dachshund it was a mutt. Also tf does Iowa have to do with anything?
@@snakewhitcher4189 I'm getting a munchkin fold on the 14th, I've been feeding some wild cats.. one Bengal which has gotta be someones pet he's gorgeous.. people shouldnt leave their pets unfixed outside
Something does feel wrong about deliberately breeding a birth defect into cats but at the same time I absolutely love corgis and I don't really see how that's any better
Damn I do want one so I guess the only uncruel thing to do is to find one with the naturally occurring defect otherwise they would be taking away a generations worth of runners and jumpers
Corgis were bred slowly over many generations, so the current population isn't inbred and their proportions/weight distribution are ok for carrying their bodies. They're not immune to health problems obviously but generally they're okay. Munchkin cats are a designer breed that has been rushed into existence. They've been inbred specifically to be deformed. As someone with two "normal" cats I don't trust the articles claiming they're a "perfectly healthy breed" apart from the _small problem_ of their kittens being vulnerable to lordosis, a condition that causes their spines to sink.
Please stop spreading misinformation. It's not a "defect" if it has no impediment to the health of the cat. Smaller legs do not have the same issues in cats as they do in dogs. That's bc cats have a flexible spine, so compression of their legs isn't a problem in the same way as it is in other animals. The munchkin gene is a mutation, but not a deformity - just like blue eyes are a mutation in humans. The munchkin gene is naturally-occurring and can develop without breeding. In fact, cats in the wild have evolved to be tiny. For instance, the rusty-spotted cat could fit in the palm of our hands. Also, the black-footed cat, the guiña, the flat-headed cat, etc. are just some other examples of tiny cats under 5 lbs. They're excellent hunters and have the same body-ratios as munchkins. What they lose in jumping ability, they make up for in speeding agility. Munchkins are quick with their feet and just as capable of maneuvering their small bodies no differently than other tiny-legged pets, like hamsters or hedgehogs. There is zero evidence of health issues in this breed due to this mutation. People see the word "breeding" and "munchkin" and immediately project the controversy that exists around tiny dogs unto tiny cats. Veterinarians will tell you munchkins are perfectly healthy, while keyboard warriors (with no medical training) will do otherwise. As a 10 year vegan, I can assure you that munchkins are perfectly suitable as pets, however I'd advise adopting them from a shelter or animal rehoming center. Adopt, don't shop.
So there is a difference between the Manx cat, polydactyls, dwarf cats and Munchkins, with all but the munchkins suffering from genetic abnormalities? I didn’t know that. I worry about disabilities being carried on via selective breeding so I am glad this breed is not - unless some accidentally negative features pop up and are not suppressed. But overall I am happy for this breed. Cats like the Manx can have their spinal condition - that makes the short tails- occur higher up in the spine, causing serious problems. Polydactyly varies in severity and mostly doesn’t hurt the cat if it is a domestic pet where they can have special care taken of their nails (I happen to love polydactyl cats)! I love all cats no matter what shape, amount of fur, length of tail or number of toes, for that matter. I just wanted to explain my thoughts and express my relief and happiness for the Munchkin breed.
I agree with your relief about the Munchkins. I've enjoyed seeing them in videos but searched to see about them because of concern. I had a polydactyl male whose front paws looked just like little hands with thumbs! He even used them to grasp strings and narrow objects between the "thumb" and paw. He was sensitive so I knew he must have been teased (came to me as an adult stray); but he learned that I loved those paws as much as I loved all of him.
People are just against munchkins because they're new. Manx and sphynx people have gotten "used to". If manx and sphynx were created ten years ago, people would freak out and ban them as well.
For the record, there is no more abusive cat to breed than persians/exotics, yet they're not banned anywhere and are mostly universally accepted, because we're "used to" seeing their horrible defect...
Actually it's more like a ferret. Cats are much more flexible than other animals which means they don't suffer the same health problems one might think would be associated with the body structure
This video talked about everything except what mentioned in the title! Where’s the personality part? Is energetic or lazy cat? Does it have short temper etc. etc. !!!
Please don't buy your cats from a breeder, instead adopt from a shelter, a rescue organization or the streets. There are more than enough cats out there in the world and most of them don't get the chance to have a loving owner. Please don't contribute to the problem by supporting people, that make more cats, but try to maintain the number and just make those cats, that are already there save, happy and loved. Adopt, dont shop!
I want to adopt a cat, but I haven’t had much luck around my town. I’m thinking of going around my area, trying to find a cat. I love cats sooo much !!
I have been wanting a cat specifically a munchkin for a long time. I just decided it was time and there was a munchkin at my local shelter and I about cried from happiness ;-;
I got my cat from a shelter and after like a year I became aware of munchkin cats and thought hmmmmm my cat has short legs so we think his dad was a munchkin and his mum was a stray and they mated and he was found on the street as we got him as a kitten
Please don’t, just because you find them adorable this “breed” suffers as a result of gene mutations and have loads of health issues. People are cruel to keep breeding them
@@Cosmiclove1994 I agree, it’s extremely cruel, they are cats, they need to be able to run, and jump, and they keep getting bread… because of how cute some people think they are… it’s not cute at all! They are basically cat versions of people with dwarfism, it’s sad
@@Cosmiclove1994 not true. They don’t suffer and don’t have significant health problems. Scottish folds and Maine coons have more problems and no one says anything.
Unlike some cat breeds, the genetic variation that causes the shorter legs does not seem to be causing health issues. Unlike flat- faced Persians that have issues with their sinuses, breathing, and excessive tearing. A percentage of the kittens born are so deformed, that they are euthanized at birth. Not good. I also had a purebred sweet dog, to breed her she had to have x-rays to make sure that there was no hip dysplasia, heart problems ( done with contrast under general) and a canine vision specialist would have to examine her for vision problems. Munchkins have short legs. They seem free from joint and spine problems. They live a normal lifestyle that most other cats do. (So I put a bed and couch ramps in to make it easier to join me for cuddle-and-purr-time, and invested in a self cleaning litter box (again with a ramp) to make our life together easier and more enjoyable for all). So, let there be Munchkins!!!!!
I don’t think munchkins should be bread, it seems very cruel to breed a type of cat that can’t do normal things other cats can do, like jump high, and run fast…
@@Julia_Mwa - Not all cats jump, just like not all birds fly. The munchkin gene is a mutation, but not a deformity - just like blue eyes are a mutation in humans. The munchkin gene is naturally-occurring and can develop without breeding. In fact, cats in the wild have evolved to be tiny. For instance, the rusty-spotted cat could fit in the palm of our hands. Also, the black-footed cat, the guiña, the flat-headed cat, etc. are just some other examples of tiny wild cats under 5 lbs. They're excellent hunters and have the same body-ratios as domestic munchkins. What they lose in jumping ability, they make up for in speeding agility. Munchkins are quick with their feet and just as capable of maneuvering their small bodies no differently than other tiny-legged pets, like hamsters or hedgehogs. Smaller legs do not have the same issues in cats as they do in dogs. That's bc cats have a flexible spine, so compression of their legs isn't a problem in the same way as it is in other animals. There is zero evidence of health issues in this breed due to this mutation. People see the word "breeding" and "munchkin" and immediately project the controversy that exists around tiny dogs unto tiny cats. Veterinarians will tell you munchkins are perfectly healthy, while keyboard warriors (with no medical training) will do otherwise. As a 10 year vegan, I can assure you that munchkins are perfectly suitable as pets, however I'd advise adopting them from a shelter, rescue, or animal rehoming center. Adopt, don't shop.
@@YourMajesty143 so it seems what you are sayying is that it is fine to breed a genetically mutated cat to make more? Yes a genetically mutated cat is perfectly fine, and sure, maybe they are perfectly healthy, I’m no vet so I can’t say much. But when it comes to munchkins being purposely bread for being cute, that when it’s not ok, and the goes for every other creature. I’m not sure where the relevance of being vegan is in this conversation, and don’t know what purpose it serves but uhh… ok…
This is one of the worst forms of animal abuse. That is because it is socially acceptable while these poor creatures can't do normal things a cat can do and if left to fend for them selves would starve to death or die some other horrible death. I hope soon these animal safety activists (idiots) will do something regarding genetically engineered cats and dogs and other animals. We need to put a stop to this Because it's not cute and adorable but sad and heartbreaking to watch.
B-b-but it's _so cute!!!11!1!_ Seriously though I 100% agree. There's absolutely nothing wrong with cats as they are, and it's _unspeakably_ selfish to take away their ability to climb/sprint. It's the same logic as declawing them because "it's convenient."
Please stop spreading misinformation. It's not a "defect" if it has no impediment to the health of the cat. Smaller legs do not have the same issues in cats as they do in dogs. That's bc cats have a flexible spine, so compression of their legs isn't a problem in the same way as it is in other animals. The munchkin gene is a mutation, but not a deformity - just like blue eyes are a mutation in humans. The munchkin gene is naturally-occurring and can develop without breeding. In fact, cats in the wild have evolved to be tiny. For instance, the rusty-spotted cat could fit in the palm of our hands. Also, the black-footed cat, the guiña, the flat-headed cat, etc. are just some other examples of tiny wild cats under 5 lbs. They're excellent hunters and have the same body-ratios as domestic munchkins. What they lose in high jumping ability, they make up for in lower jumping & speeding agility. Munchkins are quick with their feet and just as capable of maneuvering their small bodies no differently than other tiny-legged pets, like hamsters or hedgehogs. There is zero evidence of health issues in this breed due to this mutation. People see the word "breeding" and "munchkin" and immediately project the controversy that exists around tiny dogs unto tiny cats. Veterinarians will tell you munchkins are perfectly healthy, while keyboard warriors (with no medical training) will do otherwise. As a 10 year vegan, I can assure you that munchkins are perfectly suitable as pets, however I'd advise adopting them from a shelter, rescue, or animal rehoming center. Adopt, don't shop.
Stop breeding cats with stubby legs, stubby faces, and stubby ears. There are enough cats, let alone mutants and their associated achondroplasia problems.
Did you even watch the video? He literally says that Munchkin cats owe their short legs to a naturally occurring gene, not human selective breeding. Here’s a time stamp: 1:21
@@leotamus9657 They are human breed. Not intentionally, but without human help, they could not survive. Its a mutation similar to dwarftism for humans. There is no evidence for them having the same issues, as their dog counterparts. But it does not mean they are healthy. Increased risk to osteoarthritis, spine defects etc. All deseases, which would make the cats not able to survive in the wild.
@@robertenarovic8468 they have litterary survived for over 100 year without human help. And the munchkin derived in usa, after several generations of natural occurances. Again thry had survived without any human help.
@@ruben7937 I think, you might have a major misconception on what human help means. This cats have a genetic defect, which leads to short legs. This defect can be active or passive, therefore likely existing for as long cats are walking on earth. A cat with this gene defect inherits the gene to their offsprings. However not every offspring becomes a short legged cat. Which means the gene defect is carried over to the next generation. The problem is, when humans start to isolate this gene and breed cats effected by it. In order to support the gene defect, which obviously leads to enourmous health issues.
THANKS FOR THE KNOWLEDGE AND INFORMATION ON THIS PARTICULAR BREED OF CATS...I THINK THEY'RE SO CUTE AND FUNNY!!!😂 BUT ON THE SERIOUS POINT... CAN THEY HOLD THEIR OWN AS A STREET/ OUTDOOR CAT???😍🙋🏽🔥🙏🏽👑✝️📖🔥
@@secgoil622 A cat is not a cuddly toy, its an animal with all the instincts, desires and raison d'etre like every other species. In fact its even more pressing for a cat because a cat does not have the same concept of longevity being something to aspire to. When you shut a cat inside and treat it like a comfort blanket you deprive it of its very essence as an animal. My cat disappears into the wild whenever he likes for as long as he likes. He's not particularly friendly most of the time though there is a strong bond between us. If he gets killed on one of his adventures, I will be devastated, but I won't regret giving him the life of a cat for a second rather than depriving him of his freedom to go on life's journey as he pleases. An earlier death would be far preferable to depriving him of everything he was born to be for the sake my own self indulgence. Barring anything untoward he's likely to live longer anyway. He's extremely fit, muscular, highly active, with razor sharp instincts and reflexes, can be highly aggressive, and is more than a match for most of the other animals he comes across. He also hunts a great deal of his food so hasn't been fed on a diet of industrial mush. The outside world is a world he has mastered like any cat should. That is a spectacular animal to have the privilege of sharing a life with on the basis of mutual respect. Far more interesting and rewarding than a furry comforter.
@@osric1730 - I used to believe this and lost 3 outdoors cats to an early death. My current cat is an indoor cat who is leash-trained to walk outside and who has play dates to act out her instincts. She's a docile breed, she does not hiss or fight. To let her outside would be pet homicide. Also, we shouldn't be allowing cats to roam, especially if they're not neutered/spayed, since cat overpopulation is a big problem. It's also an issue bc feral cats are notorious for hurting local ecosystems like birdlife. And your cat is no match for feral dogs, foxes, wolves, coyotes, weasels, raccoons, snakes, hawks, wolverines, bobcats, cougars, etc. Cats can even be hunted by a family of eagles, large owls, otters, and so on. Humans used to live outdoors to scavenge and hunt, so by your logic you'd let your toddler roam in the streets & highways and feel that an early death can be justified, since your kid followed their "natural purpose". This is such a faulty argument. Cats literally domesticated themselves TWICE. They chose to forgo dangerous environments and hunting in exchange for shelter and free food. Humans only accommodated their close proximity to us bc these wild cats helped stave off pests and disease. Even nowadays, stray cats invite themselves into people's homes. There are millions of people with stories about backyard cats that wandered into their lives as pets. Cats have been doing this for millenia, you can't pretend to know what's best for them, when the obvious answer is domesticated animals should always be given sanctuary. This includes farm animals like cows, pigs, and chickens who also have been domesticated and should be sent to conservation, if they happen to be rescued. I hope your cat survives, but my personal experience tells me you won't live to see him reach the age of 5. I love my fur babies too much to just let harm come their way. No cat should HAVE to fight to survive if they've got shelter to keep them safe, it makes no damn sense to have them in the first place if you're not willing to protect them.
People shouldn’t buy or breed munchkins! It’s cruel! They are cats! They should be able to do things other cats can do! Edit: I didn’t word this comment correctly, so I’ve fixed it, I’m NOT saying I hate people who own them, I’m saying I hate people who breed them for money and people who buy them from those breeders ONLY because they’re cute, it just seems horrible to me
@@KynG5 oh, I meant don’t buy them from breeders, I didn’t state that whoops, it’s ok if it’s from a shelter or if it was born like it naturally, not breed down from generation to generation on purpose
@@Julia_Mwa you hate them for breeding and carrying on their gene. So if these cats got together and chose to breed by themselves you wouldn't hate them? They are living creatures who deserve to live as much as you or I. Grow up
The munchkin gene is a naturally occurring mutation, much like blue eyes in humans. It's not a deformity. Most cats should be neutered, regardless of their breed, due to cat overpopulation issues.
Well one of my long hair cats look like these ones she has very long hair and a little short legs so its a munchkin breed? She is a little child that its grandmother is a street cat that my mom saved
This is the result of human ignorance and selfishness. It’s not cute, it’s handicapping an animal for monitory gain. If these poor cats were to manage to get outside, they would have ZERO chance of survival. Purposely breeding for monetary gain is unethical, and the breeders should serve jail time. To handicap an innocent animal is unethical on every level. It’s sad that greed has no limits.
Don’t they have health issues? Like the spine curving puts pressure on the heart and lungs and can be fatal when their organs grow? I really want one but I don’t want nothing like that to happen
@@akashareinee it should bea healthy if you buy from a reputable breeder. Great breeders know to screen parents for healthwraknesses, so only breed healthy cats. And they would know what type of cats that is best match to get a strong cat. Unserious backyard breeders however will crossbreed anything, and not screen the parents for any healthproblens. Which often can give healthproblems. So go to certified breeders, and offcourse demand health certificates. And that both parents hVe been screened for health. And do some researvh about the breeder and what breedmixing is ideal.
Unlike dogs who struggle with being bred small, cats have flexible spines that handle compression of the legs far better. The munchkin gene is actually naturally occurring in cats, but these days it's typically a result of breeding as due to the munchkin's recent popularity. The breed is deemed healthy, however I would still advocate to adopt, don't shop.
I’m gonna get one only because it’s cute. And I’m going to treat it nicely and love it, also give it treats when it’s being sweet so what’s wrong with that?
@@JoshProjectionsAlt if you’re only reason to get a munchkin cat is that it’s cute then don’t get it. You should treat any animal with love and kindness but they’re legs are deformed and they can’t run properly like normal cats. It’s gonna be harder than having a normal cat. If you wanna get it that’s fine but don’t get it if the only reason is that they’re cute because their legs are small
@@futuristiccat5636 Their legs aren't deformed, Their breed just has that as a genetic trait. They literally explain that in the fucking video you are watching.
"the heterozygous gene" lol you need to go back to genetics 101. Heterozygous means to carry two different alleles at a given locus, it is not the name of a gene.
Please, dont listen to dumb persons in comments who command and order you to don't buy cat from breeders and adopt a stray cats. Don't deceive yourself, your impact is nothing and you will get something you didn't really wanted. Just don't care about this. If you want some special cat - buy it because you can. DO WHATEVER YOU WANT, DON'T LISTEN TO RETARDS OVER INTERNET WHO TELLS YOU WHAT YOU HAVE TO DO!
@@iversonlopez8538 stop fucking breeding the "cute" animals. cats primarily use their legs to climb and hunt, basically basic stuff. but the munchkin is reduced of that feature
@@yourmomuglysi9505 But they're domesticated animals, they don't really need to do those things. I don't think you're going to be bringing a munchkin cat outside for walks or to play that often. These types of cats are indoor animals, so play and treat them as such most of the time. The only problem I see that faces these cats are Coyotes.
