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Manx Syndrome is a colloquial name given to the condition which results when the mutant tailless gene shortens the spine too much. It can seriously damage the spinal cord and the nerves causing spina bifida as well as problems with the bowels, bladder, and digestion. Some only live for 3 years; the oldest recorded was 5. In one study it was shown to affect about 20% of Manx cats, but almost all of those cases were rumpies, which exhibit the most extreme phenotype. Most pedigreed cats are not placed until four months of age (to make sure that they're properly socialised) and this gives adequate time for any health problems to be identified. Renowned feline expert Roger Tabor has stated that "Only the fact that the Manx is a historic breed stops us being as critical of this dangerous gene as of other more recent selected abnormalities.".

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The Manx breed, in spite of the absence of tail, has no problems with balance.

The Isle of Man has adopted the Manx cat as a symbol of its native origins. On the Isle of Man, Manx cats appear on the 1988 "cat" crown (External Link

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Even though Manx cats cease to be kittens after one year, it takes up to five years for any Manx cat to be fully grown.

The Manx was developed before the 1700s.

The breed is of medium size with an average weight of 5.5 kg (12 lb).

The Manx are said to be skilled hunters, known to take down larger prey even when they're young—it isn't uncommon to find a Manx with a squirrel or opossum much larger than itself. They are often sought by farmers with rodent problems.

The famous ASL-speaking gorilla, Koko, has chosen three separate Manx (All Ball, Lipstick and Smokey) as pets.

Some Manx cats resemble rabbits because of their long hind legs. This has resulted in many being called "cabbits", a portmanteau of 'rabbit' and 'cat'.Further Information

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