With achondroplasia causing shorter limbs, Munchkins have a cute “low rider” look. But care is needed to avoid joint issues
Munchkin
A Munchkin and LaPerm crossbreed, the Skookum cat has a super short, sturdy body on intriguing curly furred legs.
Skookum
Lambkins have tiny legs like a Corgi dog. Continued outcrossing to longer legged cats helps avoid health problems.
Lambkin
Napoleons have very short forelegs with normal back legs. Only TICA currently recognizes this challenging breed.
Napoleon
Kinkalows are feral short-legged cats found near the Sea of Azov in Russia. Unlike Munchkins, their legs retain flexibility.
Kinkalow
A Munchkin and Sphynx cross, Minskins have sparse fur coating their tiny legs. Care is required to prevent issues from low mobility.
Minskin
Occasionally, genetic mutations cause individual cats to have adorably shortened legs. Care must be taken with their activity levels.
Genetic Dwarfs