Munchkin cat picturesthe original short legged cat

These Munchkin cat pictures showcase adorable short legged Munchkin kittens and cats.

Munchkins are dwarf cats,with characteristic short legs. This is not a designer cat or a toy catbreed. The short-legged trait is caused by a genetic mutation.

The dwarf cat photos below showcase longhaired and shorthaired Munchkin catsin an array of colors.

Karnaki Ek’s ‘n DapperMuis | black harlequin Munchkin female |owned and bred by Karen Pepler | © Munchkin cat photo Theresa Fouche

Pic above and below: Karnaki Ek’s ‘n DapperMuis | black harlequin Munchkin female |owned and bred by Karen Pepler | © Munchkin cat photo Theresa Fouche

The chapter on the history of Munchkin cats also provides information on the "dwarf gene" and the acceptance of the breed within the cat fancy.

For potential cat owners we have prepared an in depth profile on the Munchkin cat with need-to-know facts about its ideal home, features and characteristics, possible health concerns, grooming and diet.

Pic above and below: Theanis Kewpie Doll | blue mackerel tabbyMunchkin male kitten | owner: Lesley Wilson, breeder & photographer:Theresa Fouche

Pic above and below: TheanisKnicky Knacky | blue classic tabby with white Munchkin male kitten | owner: SueKieser, breeder & photographer: Theresa Fouche

Pic above and below: Munchkin Theanis Muffin | black Munchkin male kitten | owner-breeder & photographer: Theresa Fouche of Theani Munchkin cattery

Pic top and below: KarnakiRoll Over Beethoven | black and white bi-color Munchkin | owner: V Wright, breeder: K Pepler | © Munchkin cat imageTheresa Fouche