Manx cats Breed Profile
Coat Type, Color & Grooming:
Solid
colors: Include black, white, orange,
silver, blue or cream.
Bi-color: Predominantly white with
patches of one other color.
Tortoiseshell or Calico: A patchy
pattern made up of three or more distinct
colors (usually black, orange, and
cream/white).
Tabby: A darker stripy pattern on a
lighter background color; most often
silver, orange, brown, blue, or cream.
Physical Attributes:
Medium sized but heavy; absence of tail is defining characteristic, although a stump may be present; solid, compact body; round head with prominent cheeks, medium-size ears with rounded tips, and round eyes; short, arching back; short front legs and long hind legs; thick, plush coat; may have a hopping gait.
Personality:
Affectionate and companionable; alert, intelligent, healthy, and powerful; not very vocal.