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A round, sturdy cat with little or no tail and a big heart
The Manx is an old island breed known for a very short tail or none at all, a rounded body and strong hind legs. It is loyal, playful and good at jumping, and the tail gene calls for careful breeding and vet attention to the spine.
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This breed enjoys about 40 minutes of play a day. Around 2 sitter visits a day keeps that routine going, along with fresh food, water and a clean litter tray, when work or travel gets in the way.
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No. Manx cats range from completely tailless to having a short stump or a near-normal tail, and the variation is part of the breed.
Yes, they are typically friendly and tolerant. As with any cat, children should handle them gently and support their back end.
They are capable hunters and jumpers, but a safe garden or enclosure is the better choice. Local rules and traffic risks apply, and many are content as indoor cats with plenty of play.
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