03/03/2022
Munchkin cat
Origin: United States
its very short legs, which are caused by genetic mutation
outgoing, intelligent, and responds well to being handled
The genetic mutation causing the short-legged trait in Munchkins is referred to as achondroplasia, the genetic disorder that results in dwarfism and is typically associated with an enlarged head as well as short legs but can also involve symptoms that include undersized jaw, thick-looking joints, curved spine, and a bow-legged or knock knee posture.
The condition has sometimes been referred to as hypochondroplasia or pseudo achondroplasia.