The term ‘rumpy cat’ refers to cats with no tails or cats with little bobtails. Two popular breeds often referred to as the ‘rumpy cat’ include the Manx and the American Bobtail. Both cats are actually born without tails or bobbed tails that are barely visible. This is a genetic mutation in the breeds and not something done to the cat’s tail after it’s born. The term ‘rumpy’ is given because it describes the way a cat looks since there is a rise in the area where the small vertebrate or cartilage form but no tail appears. They are often referred to as ‘stumpy’ as well if there is a partial tail or stub in place of the tail. It’s important to note that cats that are born this way may be prone to spine related illnesses due to the posture and lack of balance from the tail. Consult with your Crown Point, IN veterinarian for more information. To learn more, click this link: https://merrillvillevets.com/
