The Genetic Background
Achondroplasia is a genetic mutation to make Munchkins have short legs. It distorts the bones but your bones are not distorted. It is a dominant mutation, thus safe to pass on as long as one is responsible when it comes to breeding. Only the best breeders will combine one Munchkin with non-Munchkin with the aim of reducing the genetic risks. Any breeder who breeds two Munchkins to the same litter gets you in a spot where you are bound to have serious skeletal issues.
Popular Health Things to Ponder.
Munchkins will typically live between 12 and 15 years and may be as mischievous as any other cat. However, they have their own share of things to watch, like all purebreds:
•Lordosis, a hump on the back which may influence breathing-not common when you are breeding right.
Pectus excavatum, a depressed chest you will find several of the kittens ailing with.
• Obesity- since short legs imply there is an increase in weight, this strains the joints.
The only way to prevent these problems is by taking the dog to the veterinary regularly, feeding it properly, and exercising it on a daily basis.
Why Munchkin Cats Are Even Healthier Than You Think.
Not to brag, those myths about the internet are overrated. Munchkins can run, climb and jump perfectly well, they only do it their way. There are numerous studies and anecdotes of vets that indicate that they are as nimble and full of vitality as other small breeds. Their small size actually causes them to be surprisingly agile on the ground, and their owners frequently suspect that they are some kind of ferret in the way that they race about or spread on their hinds like a meerkat.
Munchkin Healthy tips.
Serve a wholesome and taurine-rich food.
Let them play with light obstacles or toys, which develop muscles.
Ensure that they undergo annual examinations and dental cleaning.
Watch their weight-- no fat feeding, man!
Conclusion
So, are Munchkin cats healthy? Absolutely. When you purchase of registered breeder and he or she performs health screenings, you will have an end product in the form of a cat that will provide you with years of love, entertainment and companionship.