Question

Why was my kitten born without a tail?

Answer 1

This usually happens due to a genetic mutation that causes the tail to be too small or extremely small that it cannot be seen. It has been shown in cat breeds from the isle of man and japan.

Answer 2

Some cats are born with a small tail because of genetic mutation. Where inbreeding in the feline population gave rise to a lack of tails becoming a common trait. The short-haired Manx and its long-haired counterpart the Cymric are both breeds known for producing cats without tails.

Answer 3

the cats born without a tail in problem held when one on the cats is short-tailed where on is normal as it is a genetic problem in cats

Answer 4

Your kitten may have been born without a tail due to a genetic mutation or a condition called Manx Syndrome. Manx Syndrome is a genetic mutation that affects the development of the tail and spine in cats, resulting in cats being born without a tail or with a very short tail.

Answer 5

Cats who are born with no tail (or a short tail) usually have this feature due to a random genetic mutation. The only cat breed that is truly tailless is the Manx, but there are many other types of felines with extremely short tails.