Cat hops/walks like a rabbit

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1. Just so you all know, I believe this cat is suffering from sacrococcygeal dysgenesis, which is practically a fusing and malformation of the lower spine. And moving about might even cause this cat a fair amount of pain.

2. my cat runs a little like this, but its because she have longer rear paws. she is manx and british shorthair

3. That cat is deformed/injured or suffering from a disease that is effecting its rear legs.

4. Yes it's a Manx cat. I had them growing up. They always run like that. There front legs are a bit shorter than a normal cat too I think

5. It's definitely a Manx cat with that stubby tail and bigger back legs. Those are cool cats with nice traits. They have less tail balance, nut balance it out with bigger back legs (hence the rabbit hopping), they are prone to have more 'dog-like' behavior (mine certainly does) by following you around, able to learn to play fetch, etc. They're a really smart and loving cat breed that come from the Isle of Man. So, also kind of unique. This one in the video looks like a Manx-Tuxedo mix. Pretty awesome cat!

6. Precious! It's Manx cat syndrome. I'm looking into adopting one w the same issues but he also has no bowel control. Other than that he's an awesome little dude😻

7. It could be that the cat was raised by a rabbit when it was a kitten and while it grew up it imprinted of the rabbit that raised it, I've seen similar things

8. We have a tblack and white cat (Looks like he's wearing a black sweater buttoned right in the middle), when he goes up the stairs he hops up them like a bunny…

9. It looks like he has had a lower back spinal/hip injury or problem

10. I used to have a cat who thought he was something else. Not a rabbit though–he thought he was a dog. In fact, he thought he was a cat-eating dog. He'd frolic around with the dogs, acting like he was their own size (my family always had BIG dogs, no yappy; I think our smallest was 80 lbs) and we absolutely could not ever let him see another cat or he'd be right over there trying to eat them. Like, literally, eat.

11. It’s a Manx

12. The cat has manx syndrome. Its a genetic deformity of the spine seen in manx cats that can cause partial paralysis, causeing it to move like that. It is also most likely to be incontinent of urine and faeces. A healthy manx cat should not move in this way. Not all manx cats will have these deformities and the severity of symptoms varies greatly in those who do. It can't be cured and is a life long condition but with a little help they can lead happy lives. Its a good reason not to breed manx cats though.

13. My Bobbie runs that way too😹

14. It has something on its feet 0.04

15. MANX CATS. Best breed of cat there is IMHO! Very dog like in their behavior.

16. 😂😂😂

17. its a cabbit

18. What a cool lizard

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21. This cat has Manx syndrome most likely. He has a hopping gate and plantigrade stance, his hind feet are flat against the ground. It doesn't affect every Manx, but some manxes develope spina bifida, causes such symptoms.

22. It's so cute how some animals think they're a different species

23. See ya when this gets reccomended

24. Does it eat carrots too ?

25. That’s a Manx kitty or Manx mixed kitty 🐱

26. When I want a cat to come to me :
    I kneel down and rub my fingers together.

27. "to catch a rabbit you must first become a rabbit" -stephen hawking

28. I have a kitten who had swimmers syndrome and Ive. Helped him and he now runs like this.

29. Cats very nice and very beautiful ❤️

30. It's a cabbit 😄

31. I had a kitten like this but he sadly he died recently 🙁

32. Keep an eye on the movements of any young or elderly cat whos legs seem to be developing palsy. His ankles are upright, a marvelous sign, but his gait swings wildly from side to side, which can cause arthritis later. Kittens can be born with swimmer syndrome and fail to learn how to walk if not correctly braced (like when children are bow legged) and i imagine its more likely to happen in cats with oversized feet