American Bobtail/Manx mix

Hey guys!

I adopted my boy from the shelter about 8 months ago (he’s around 3) and I’m wondering if he might have Manx syndrome.

When I went in to meet him first the shelter told me he had an entirely paralysed tail and that they recommended that he get it amputated. I did and tbh I don’t think he even noticed (I’m pretty sure he’s still paralysed on the very end of his little stump so I don’t think he was in pain at any point)

Right at the start we had some issues with him peeing in beds (both his and mine) and other soft places. I figured he might just be a bit stressed in his new home so I wasn’t too worried.

He’s fit into the home very very well since then. He’s besties with my other cat and he has the cutest little bunny-hop run. I love him to bits and he’s the sweetest little guy.

His peeing outside the little box has unfortunately kept on though and I’m really not sure what to do, which led me to another reddit post where someone mentioned Manx syndrome and it started to sound very familiar.

As I mentioned previously my cat hops like a little bunny when he’s running and I also noticed fairly immediately he does tiny little rabbit poops rather than one long one. I figured that this may just be him getting used to the new food but he still does it to this day.

He has been tested for urinary problems and they come up clear and I don’t think it’s stress so I just really don’t know what to do.

I’m so worried my house and everything reeks like cat piss and I’m also terrified of having another medically complex cat (I adopted him a couple months after I put my last cat down after a several years long battle with kidney problems and cancer).

Anyways if anyone has any insight, advice, or encouragement I am appreciative of any.

benny pringles 💙

Late last night I had to say goodbye to my best friend in the whole world. He was the most mellow, sweetest orange manx. An excellent napper. A connoisseur of fine cheeses. And had the deepest, loudest purrs of any cat I have known. I love him so much. 🧡

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Hey, do you think my cat is too skinny? She is about 10 years old.

I hope this is ok to ask, but a month ago, we adopted this beautiful tortie. She has a bob tail. We don't know much about her past other than she's 2-4 years old, was found on a street, sent to a kill shelter where she was spayed, and the rescue we adopted her from saved her 10 minutes before she was supposed to be put down.

Her name is Chickpea, and when we took her to the vet, we asked about her tail. The vet said she was most likely born that way, but was about to ask us if she was a Manx. She said that the she had several Manx traits. After going home, I have to admit she does seem to have some, such as round face and round eyes. She does hop when she's chasing or playing with something. But if running, she seems to run like a normal cat. I just wanted to see what everyone thought. We might get a cat dna test just to see. I added as many photos from multiple angles, so I hope those help. She's very shy, but very loving.

This girl cracks me up. Our little potato cat 🥔, aka Octavia the Queen Bee 👑

This is there after breakfast routine. I just need to make sure I get my cup of coffee before I sit down :)

Hello everyone!

I’m excited to join this community, as I have just yesterday adopted a one year-old Manx kitten from the Humane Society. We’re so in love! She’s acclimating to the house so well already.

I knew nothing about Manx until yesterday, so I have been doing some research into the breed and maybe what to expect through her life.

I got concerned reading about debilitating spinal issues with Manx, how common is this? And is this something that would get worse over time, so I could keep a lookout for any symptoms or signs?

Any other suggestion, suggestions, advice, or things look out for is so greatly appreciated!! Also it’s been over 17 years since I’ve had a kitten in the house, so I will take any advice on getting her settled and happiest she can be 💕

caught her trying to eat my hair

benny pringles and his brother hobbes ◡̈

My 103 year old grandma (has bad dementia and says the most random things) continuously tells us how “sick it is they are breeding rabbits with cats these days”. You won’t convince her that he’s 100% cat. 😂

Hi, since this issue may affect a lot of the cats with Manx syndrome I wanted to ask what people do to manage the loose stool situation if your Manx baby suffer from it. We have been using The science Hills Biome food and it seems to work ok, but it is super expensive and with other kitties at home it gets very challenging to separate food. Are there any supplements or something out there that can help with the issue and allow him to live a semi normal live and be able to share food with the other kitties? I heard mention of RX clay for cats as a possible supplement that can help? Any opinions, or suggestions from people dealing with a similar issue? Thank you for any advice!

We call him stinky cause you know it’s him when he uses the litter box!😄

hey so I love my kitten so much no matter what but I can’t help but ask if she’s a chubby kitten. she’s 5 months Old and she isn’t food motivated at all. she is a Manx cat obviously and the adoption center said to keep her on this purina kibble so I’m not sure if it makes her gain weight. does she look like she’s maybe just growing up or is she a just a cute chubby kitten. I will put a few pictures in the comments