The Manx Cat

The Manx cat, is a breed of domestic cat originating on the Isle of Man, with a naturally occurring mutation that shortens the tail. Many Manx have a small stub of a tail, but Manx cats are best known as being entirely tailless; this is the most distinguishing characteristic of the breed, along with elongated hind legs and a rounded head. Manx cats come in all coat colours and patterns. Manx are prized as skilled hunters, and thus have often been sought by farmers with rodent problems, and been a preferred ship's cat breed. They are said to be social, tame and active. The breed is said to be highly intelligent, playful, and in its behaviour reminiscent of dogs. 

Manx cats often learn to fetch small thrown objects. They may also follow their owners about like puppies, and are believed to be better able to learn simple verbal commands than most cats.  They get along wonderfully with children and other family pets and have been known to protect their families from real or supposed danger. If given the chance, they are still great hunters, and a house with a Manx will certainly never have to worry about rodents. Manx mothers teach their kittens to hunt early in life using whatever “prey” they have available, such as bugs, feather toys, catnip mice, and other objects. A house with a Manx will never be boring! Manx have been exhibited in cat shows since the 1800s, with the first known breed standard published in 1903.

We have had some Manx Island cats as clients, they are lovely! At Kitty in NY we have the best cat boarding and cat sitting solutions for your cat/s. Contact us with more details about your cat (age, character, special care) and your dates. We'll get back to you as soon as possible with a caregiver available for your dates. You will be able to meet and visit the prospective caregiver. Your cat will enjoy his own "vacation" while you're away. Caregivers available in Manhattan, Brooklyn or Queens.