Just What are Munchkins? No, I am not referring to the "Little People" in the Wizard of Oz. It's CATS that I am talking about.What makes Munckins so unique in the cat world is their short legs. No other cats have legs like Munchkins. Their little legs give them a very distinct look, but there is so much more to Munchkins than just short legs.
Munchkins are really BIG on personality. They are very affectionate and love to be around adults, children, dogs and other cats. They never tire of human company and prefer to be with a companion or two rather than alone. They enjoy the company of other animals and adapt well to most circumstances. They are not aggressive cats, but are very social and out-going.
Munchkins are very playful. They love to run, chase, climb and play with toys. When it comes to chasing, their short legs give them an advantage over cats with long legs. Those little legs allow them to scramble faster and corner sharper. They love to scurry after ping pong balls, mice on fishing poles and live bugs, if they get the opportunity.
Munchkins have very sweet, kitten-like personalities. They keep their kittenish ways all their lives. Have you ever gotten a kitten and wished it would stay little, playful and cute forever? Well, get yourself a Munchkin and your wish will come true! You can enjoy the cute antics of a kitten for many years. You will have that fun little cat as your companion for as long as it lives.
Munchkins are like all other cats except for their short legs.
Munchkins are NOT freaks. Munchkins are NOT disfigured! Their short legs are NOT disabling to them. They can run, jump, climb and play like all cats. They may not be able to jump as high, but they can get to the same places other cats do. Their short legs are the result of a mutation. The gene that causes the short legs is dominant. If the cat does not have short legs it does not carry the gene. There is no greater incidence of birth defects in Munchkins than any other breed. These cats are bred to exhibit their short legs. Munchkin litters can contain kittens with long legs and kittens with short legs, even when both parents have short legs.
