{"id":41625,"date":"2022-04-12T09:20:40","date_gmt":"2022-04-12T09:20:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/"},"modified":"2022-04-12T09:20:40","modified_gmt":"2022-04-12T09:20:40","slug":"what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the price of a Munchkin Cat?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#What_is_the_price_of_a_Munchkin_Cat\" title=\"What is the price of a Munchkin Cat?\">What is the price of a Munchkin Cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#How_much_is_Munchkin_cats_Singapore\" title=\"How much is Munchkin cats Singapore?\">How much is Munchkin cats Singapore?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#Do_Munchkin_cats_live_long\" title=\"Do Munchkin cats live long?\">Do Munchkin cats live long?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#How_much_is_the_Munchkin_Cat\" title=\"How much is the Munchkin Cat?\">How much is the Munchkin Cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#How_much_does_a_Munchkin_Cat_usually_cost\" title=\"How much does a Munchkin Cat usually cost?\">How much does a Munchkin Cat usually cost?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#Is_it_cruel_to_have_a_Munchkin_Cat\" title=\"Is it cruel to have a Munchkin Cat?\">Is it cruel to have a Munchkin Cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#Do_Munchkin_cats_have_shorter_lifespans\" title=\"Do Munchkin cats have shorter lifespans?\">Do Munchkin cats have shorter lifespans?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#What_health_problems_do_Munchkin_cats_have\" title=\"What health problems do Munchkin cats have?\">What health problems do Munchkin cats have?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#What_breed_of_cat_lives_the_longest\" title=\"What breed of cat lives the longest?\">What breed of cat lives the longest?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#Are_Munchkin_cats_a_defect\" title=\"Are Munchkin cats a defect?\">Are Munchkin cats a defect?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#What_is_the_cheapest_Munchkin_Cat\" title=\"What is the cheapest Munchkin Cat?\">What is the cheapest Munchkin Cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#Is_Munchkin_a_good_cat\" title=\"Is Munchkin a good cat?\">Is Munchkin a good cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#Why_are_Munchkin_cats_controversial\" title=\"Why are Munchkin cats controversial?\">Why are Munchkin cats controversial?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#Are_Munchkin_cats_more_affectionate\" title=\"Are Munchkin cats more affectionate?\">Are Munchkin cats more affectionate?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#How_long_does_a_Munchkin_cat_Live\" title=\"How long does a Munchkin cat Live?\">How long does a Munchkin cat Live?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#How_long_do_Munchkin_cats_usually_live\" title=\"How long do Munchkin cats usually live?\">How long do Munchkin cats usually live?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#What_cat_breed_has_the_shortest_lifespan\" title=\"What cat breed has the shortest lifespan?\">What cat breed has the shortest lifespan?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#Do_all_Munchkin_cats_have_health_problems\" title=\"Do all Munchkin cats have health problems?\">Do all Munchkin cats have health problems?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#What_is_wrong_with_Munchkin_cats\" title=\"What is wrong with Munchkin cats?\">What is wrong with Munchkin cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#What_are_Munchkin_cats_prone_to\" title=\"What are Munchkin cats prone to?\">What are Munchkin cats prone to?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#What_is_the_lifespan_of_a_Munchkin_cat\" title=\"What is the lifespan of a Munchkin cat?\">What is the lifespan of a Munchkin cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#What_breed_of_cat_lasts_the_longest\" title=\"What breed of cat lasts the longest?\">What breed of cat lasts the longest?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-price-of-a-munchkin-cat\/#What_breed_of_cat_lives_the_shortest\" title=\"What breed of cat lives the shortest?\">What breed of cat lives the shortest?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_price_of_a_Munchkin_Cat\"><\/span>What is the price of a Munchkin Cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pure breeds like Persian and Munchkin cats can cost you <b>$800 and up. Pedigree crosses are slightly cheaper, but still in the $300 to $700 range.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_is_Munchkin_cats_Singapore\"><\/span>How much is Munchkin cats Singapore?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Munchkin cats have an average lifespan of <b>12 to 14 years.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Munchkin_cats_live_long\"><\/span>Do Munchkin cats live long?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Munchkin cats are known to be at a higher risk (than other feline breeds) for severe osteoarthritis because the shorter limbs affect their activity levels and behavior. Diagnosis of osteoarthritis and the assessment of its severity for a cat may require radiography.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_is_the_Munchkin_Cat\"><\/span>How much is the Munchkin Cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The $500 to $1500 range is around average, but exhibition quality examples of the Munchkin breed can cost $2000 or more. Conversely, you may be able to find one for <b>$100 or less, although such a low price should raise flags and demand further investigation before buying.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_Munchkin_Cat_usually_cost\"><\/span>How much does a Munchkin Cat usually cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <b>$500 to $1500 range is around average, but exhibition quality examples of the Munchkin breed can cost $2000 or more. Conversely, you may be able to find one for $100 or less, although such a low price should raise flags and demand further investigation before buying.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_cruel_to_have_a_Munchkin_Cat\"><\/span>Is it cruel to have a Munchkin Cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>But <b>vets say breeding these cats is cruel, and people should stop buying them. Adult munchkins look a lot like wiener dogs, with long bodies and short, stubby legs, and just like that breed munchkins have a bunch of health problems linked to their unusual bodies.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Munchkin_cats_have_shorter_lifespans\"><\/span>Do Munchkin cats have shorter lifespans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Breeds to Avoid Some cat breeds fall slightly short of the average cat lifespan of 15 years. For instance, Manx cats only live around eight to 14 years on average, and Singapura cats live around nine to 15 years. <b>Munchkin cats have an average lifespan of 12 to 14 years<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_health_problems_do_Munchkin_cats_have\"><\/span>What health problems do Munchkin cats have?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>8 Common Munchkin Cat Health Problems<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lordosis.<\/li>\n<li>Pectus Excavatum.<\/li>\n<li>Osteoarthritis.<\/li>\n<li>Hyperthyroidism.<\/li>\n<li>Pancreatitis.<\/li>\n<li>Uremia.<\/li>\n<li>Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease.<\/li>\n<li>Lymphosarcoma.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>16-Jan-2022<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_breed_of_cat_lives_the_longest\"><\/span>What breed of cat lives the longest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Burmese<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Munchkin_cats_a_defect\"><\/span>Are Munchkin cats a defect?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Munchkin cats have a genetic mutation causing a defect in the formation of cartilage causing them to have shortened limbs; this is the signature feature of the cat breed. This abnormality is associated with painful osteoarthritis [1].<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_cheapest_Munchkin_Cat\"><\/span>What is the cheapest Munchkin Cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The $500 to $1500 range is around average, but exhibition quality examples of the Munchkin breed can cost $2000 or more. Conversely, you may be able to find one for <b>$100 or less, although such a low price should raise flags and demand further investigation before buying.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Munchkin_a_good_cat\"><\/span>Is Munchkin a good cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Munchkins are <b>active, friendly cats who typically get along with children and other pets. These curious kittens love to explore the world around themtheyll even perch on their hind legs like a rabbit to get a better view! These cats are known to keep a fun-loving, kittenish attitude well into adulthood.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_Munchkin_cats_controversial\"><\/span>Why are Munchkin cats controversial?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Munchkin is considered to be the original breed of dwarf cat. Much controversy erupted over the breed when it was recognized by The International Cat Association (TICA) in 1997 with <b>critics voicing concern over potential health and mobility issues<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Munchkin_cats_more_affectionate\"><\/span>Are Munchkin cats more affectionate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Theyre extroverts. The Munchkin is typically a fun-loving cat whos usually happy to play with kids, other cats and even friendly dogs. <b>Hes affectionate and tends to thrive on interaction.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_a_Munchkin_cat_Live\"><\/span>How long does a Munchkin cat Live?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>12 to 14 years<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_do_Munchkin_cats_usually_live\"><\/span>How long do Munchkin cats usually live?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>1215 years<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_cat_breed_has_the_shortest_lifespan\"><\/span>What cat breed has the shortest lifespan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>We compiled a list of 16 breeds of cats with the shortest lifespan.<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Sphynx. Image Credit:: Pxhere.  <\/li>\n<li>Maine Coon. Image Credit: Naturell, Pixabay.  <\/li>\n<li>Ocicat. Image Credit: dien, Shutterstock.  <\/li>\n<li>Manx. Image Credit: Cheryl Kunde, Shutterstock.  <\/li>\n<li>5. Japanese Bobtail. Image Credit: slowmotiongli, Shutterstock.  <\/li>\n<li>Abyssinian.  <\/li>\n<li>Devon Rex.  <\/li>\n<li>Oriental.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_all_Munchkin_cats_have_health_problems\"><\/span>Do all Munchkin cats have health problems?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although Munchkin cats, when taken care of, can live about 12 to 15 years on average, <b>there are some health problems that can develop due to their short legs. Lordosis is a condition that causes the spine to dip down and put pressure on the heart, lungs, and trachea, and it can be fatal as the organs begin to grow.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_wrong_with_Munchkin_cats\"><\/span>What is wrong with Munchkin cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Munchkin cats have <b>a genetic mutation causing a defect in the formation of cartilage causing them to have shortened limbs; this is the signature feature of the cat breed. This abnormality is associated with painful osteoarthritis [1].<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_Munchkin_cats_prone_to\"><\/span>What are Munchkin cats prone to?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although Munchkin cats, when taken care of, can live about 12 to 15 years on average, <b>there are some health problems that can develop due to their short legs. Lordosis is a condition that causes the spine to dip down and put pressure on the heart, lungs, and trachea, and it can be fatal as the organs begin to grow.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_lifespan_of_a_Munchkin_cat\"><\/span>What is the lifespan of a Munchkin cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Outline: Due to a deleterious genetic mutation, the limb bones of Munchkin cats fail to grow normally. Because of their resulting short legs, the behaviour of these cats is affected and they may be predisposed to <b>painful osteoarthritis<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_breed_of_cat_lasts_the_longest\"><\/span>What breed of cat lasts the longest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Top 10 cat breeds that live the longest<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>#8 Oriental Shorthair.  <\/li>\n<li>#7 Russian blue.  <\/li>\n<li>#6 Bombay.  <\/li>\n<li>#5 Sphynx.  <\/li>\n<li>#4 Persian.  <\/li>\n<li>#3 Balinese.  <\/li>\n<li>#2 Ragdoll. Ragdoll is a relatively new cat breed that can only dated back to early 1960s.  <\/li>\n<li>#1 Burmese. The official record of the oldest living cat holder is a 35-year-old Burmese cat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_breed_of_cat_lives_the_shortest\"><\/span>What breed of cat lives the shortest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>We compiled a list of 16 breeds of cats with the shortest lifespan.<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Sphynx. Image Credit:: Pxhere.  <\/li>\n<li>Maine Coon. Image Credit: Naturell, Pixabay.  <\/li>\n<li>Ocicat. Image Credit: dien, Shutterstock.  <\/li>\n<li>Manx. Image Credit: Cheryl Kunde, Shutterstock.  <\/li>\n<li>5. Japanese Bobtail. Image Credit: slowmotiongli, Shutterstock.  <\/li>\n<li>Abyssinian.  <\/li>\n<li>Devon Rex.  <\/li>\n<li>Oriental.<\/li>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What is the price of a Munchkin Cat?How much is Munchkin cats Singapore?Do Munchkin cats live long?How much is the Munchkin Cat?How much does a Munchkin Cat usually cost?Is it cruel to have a Munchkin Cat?Do Munchkin cats have shorter lifespans?What health problems do Munchkin cats have?What breed of cat lives the&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-41625","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/41625"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=41625"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/41625\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=41625"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=41625"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=41625"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}