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Overview
When you see the Munchkin moving at high speed, cornering around your dining room table, you immediately drop any preconception that this is a slow or laid-back cat. Instead, he’s an energetic extrovert, ready and willing to play with kids, other cats, and friendly dogs. And don’t think his short legs preclude him from jumping on your furniture. He might not go as high as other cats, at least not in one leap, but he gets there eventually. The Munchkin is a small to medium-size cat weighing 5 to 9 pounds. Other than his short legs, he resembles any other cat, with a short or long coat, either of which can be just about any color or pattern.
The Munchkin is well suited to any home with people who will love him and care for him. Keep him indoors to protect him from cars, diseases spread by other cats, and attacks from other animals and he can live 13 years or longer.
| Size | Small to Medium |
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| Weight | Male: 6 - 9 poundsFemale: 5 - 8 pounds |
| Lifespan | 10-15 years |
| Colors | White Fawn Chocolate Seal Lilac Blue Red Cream tortie |
| Origin | United States |
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| Good Lapcat | Yes |
| Good In Apartments |
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| Good With Children |
Good With Others: It is usually good with adults, children (6+), and seniors and can be affectionate towards them. |
| Good With Dogs |
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| Good With Cats |
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| Affectionate |
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| Grooming Requirements |
Moderate Maintenance: Regular grooming is advised to keep its coat in good shape. It stimulates circulation, massages the skin, and removes debris and loose hair. Frequency should be every few weeks (short hair) and twice a week (long hair). |
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| Vocalization/Barking |
Moderate Vocalization: Its vocal behavior can be tolerable. Eliminating stimuli that cause the vocalization or modifying the cat's behavior, such as keeping it occupied and content, can reduce vocalization. |