Research Based Evidence on Manx Syndrome
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5431438/
"Manx cats are known for congenital abnormalities in the lower spine and spinal cord. The autosomal dominant trait in Manx cats results not only in the absence of a tail, but also in the presence of severe malformations, including sacrocaudal meningocele, meningomyelocele and myelodysplasia."
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3848309/
"Abnormalities associated with Manx taillessness have been noted for over 100 years. Approximately 20 % of Manx cats with shortened tails have at least one additional congenital anomaly of which about 90 % are found in the cats with the rumpy phenotype. These defects include sacral agenesis/dysgenesis, absence of the sacral spinal cord, diastematomyelia, tethered cord, intradural lipomas, and imperforate anus."
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1789620/
Full text: http://europepmc.org/.../PMC178.../pdf/canvetj00324-0018.pdf
This study involved many breeding experiments-- and it included Manx cats donated by breeders. Attached photo from study.
It is a recognized range of conditions associated with taillessness-- NOT a myth:
https://www.ufaw.org.uk/cats/manx-manx-syndrome
More Research Articles...
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5431438/
"Manx cats are known for congenital abnormalities in the lower spine and spinal cord. The autosomal dominant trait in Manx cats results not only in the absence of a tail, but also in the presence of severe malformations, including sacrocaudal meningocele, meningomyelocele and myelodysplasia."
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3848309/
"Abnormalities associated with Manx taillessness have been noted for over 100 years. Approximately 20 % of Manx cats with shortened tails have at least one additional congenital anomaly of which about 90 % are found in the cats with the rumpy phenotype. These defects include sacral agenesis/dysgenesis, absence of the sacral spinal cord, diastematomyelia, tethered cord, intradural lipomas, and imperforate anus."
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1789620/
Full text: http://europepmc.org/.../PMC178.../pdf/canvetj00324-0018.pdf
This study involved many breeding experiments-- and it included Manx cats donated by breeders. Attached photo from study.
It is a recognized range of conditions associated with taillessness-- NOT a myth:
https://www.ufaw.org.uk/cats/manx-manx-syndrome
More Research Articles...
Supplements, Food and Medical Resources
Royal Canin - RX: Multi-function Urinary/Calm (Wet and Dry); RX: Gastro-Intestinal Fiber Response (dry) Gastro-Intestinal Moderate Calorie (wet)
Optagest Digestive Enzymes with Pre/Probiotics - Soften Stool to prevent constipation - helps with megacolon!
Cosequin - Inflammation
UroMaxx - Helps prevent urinary tract infections
Feliway Phermone Spray - Stress reduction
Jackson Galaxy - Stress Buster; Easy Breather - drops to add to water
Perfect Form - Helps with loose stool
Pumpkin! - Helps with constipation and loose stool
CBD Oil - Talk to vet and get high quality with specific dosing instructions
Cisapride - Helps with constipation
Miralax - Helps with constipation
Gabapentin - RX may help with pain and/or stress
Various RX for bladder relaxation
Cranberry - Urinary issues
Fish or Turkey Stock - Digestion
Royal Canin - RX: Multi-function Urinary/Calm (Wet and Dry); RX: Gastro-Intestinal Fiber Response (dry) Gastro-Intestinal Moderate Calorie (wet)
Optagest Digestive Enzymes with Pre/Probiotics - Soften Stool to prevent constipation - helps with megacolon!
Cosequin - Inflammation
UroMaxx - Helps prevent urinary tract infections
Feliway Phermone Spray - Stress reduction
Jackson Galaxy - Stress Buster; Easy Breather - drops to add to water
Perfect Form - Helps with loose stool
Pumpkin! - Helps with constipation and loose stool
CBD Oil - Talk to vet and get high quality with specific dosing instructions
Cisapride - Helps with constipation
Miralax - Helps with constipation
Gabapentin - RX may help with pain and/or stress
Various RX for bladder relaxation
Cranberry - Urinary issues
Fish or Turkey Stock - Digestion
Support Resources
Facebook and Instagram
Special Needs Cats Rock (both FB and IG) - Information, Rehoming, Humor, Education
Feline Megacolon Support - FB
Manx Syndrome, Spinal Bifida, & Feline Incontinence Support - FB
Special-Needs Cats - FB
Cats With Paralysis and Mobility Challenges - FB
Cerebellar Hypoplasia Cats and Kittens - FB
Cerebellar Hypoplasia/Special Needs Animals, Family, Friends, and Furblings - FB
Cerebellar Advocates of Maine - FB
Life with Marley - FB
Pebble, Mr. Manx Syndrome - FB (Pebble had a subtotal colectomy - good info there)
Cat Nap Lodge - FB (Jerry)
Scooter Bug - FB
Facebook and Instagram
Special Needs Cats Rock (both FB and IG) - Information, Rehoming, Humor, Education
Feline Megacolon Support - FB
Manx Syndrome, Spinal Bifida, & Feline Incontinence Support - FB
Special-Needs Cats - FB
Cats With Paralysis and Mobility Challenges - FB
Cerebellar Hypoplasia Cats and Kittens - FB
Cerebellar Hypoplasia/Special Needs Animals, Family, Friends, and Furblings - FB
Cerebellar Advocates of Maine - FB
Life with Marley - FB
Pebble, Mr. Manx Syndrome - FB (Pebble had a subtotal colectomy - good info there)
Cat Nap Lodge - FB (Jerry)
Scooter Bug - FB