The first question many people ask when they see a munchkin cat is What is that? The answer, simply put, is that the munchkin cat (also known as the munchkin) is a breed of domestic cat. They are named after their short legs, which look as if they have been turned in on themselves; this gives them an appearance reminiscent of a small housecat. It's difficult to say exactly how many cats belong to this breed since it has only recently been accepted into TICA (The International Cat Association) and CFA (The Cat Fanciers' Association). However, estimates range from about one thousand to two thousand at present. Most of these cats reside in the United States with some residing in Europe and Australia. The Munchkin cat for sale was developed through selective breeding by crossing ordinary longhaired cats with Siamese and American shorthair cats in order to produce the desired shortened legs. Research indicates that those who develop health problems such as spinal deformities, heart defects or other debilitating illnesses are at risk of passing those conditions on to future generations. For example, Marjorie Shaw found her 17-year-old cat struggling to walk and immediately sought out a vet. Marjorie learned that Kitty had patellar luxation syndrome—a hereditary condition that causes his knees to slip out of place. She adopted another Munchkin cat and found him suffering from the same problem. It is important not to continue breeding animals with any obvious physical abnormalities because this will lead to perpetuation of genetic disorders within specific breeds.

The cost of a munchkin kitten varies by breeder, region and the cat's color. Black and white or brown munchkins are more expensive than orange or red ones. The average cost of a black and white or brown munchkin is $600 to $800. The average cost of a black and white or brown tuxedo munchkin is $900 to $1000. The average cost of an orange or red munchkin is $800 to $1,500. There are no specific health problems associated with Munchkins although they are at increased risk for back problems due to their short legs. They can also experience some difficulty jumping from high places like furniture. Some people believe that the spine issues are related to having shorter vertebrae which makes it difficult for the spinal cord to stretch as it normally would. In addition, these cats often have less-pronounced muscles in their backs making them weaker than other cats. When looking at a Munchkin Cat For Sale you will notice that they have bulging eyes which gives them an exotic look that many owners find attractive. It should be noted that because of the shortened muzzle, there is an increased chance for respiratory problems such as breathing difficulties and snoring. Other health concerns include teeth and gum problems because their teeth may not meet when they close their mouth which may lead to abnormal tooth wear. And finally any short legged cat has an increased chance of developing Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) because the bladder cannot fully empty