Meet by precious wobbly boy Murphy. He has cerebellar hypoplasia (CH) or what is often referred to as "wobbly cat" syndrome. He is healthy, happy and will have a regular lifespan. CH kitties do not get better or worse but will strengthen their muscles and confidence with play and time. They don't know they are special and are stereotypically the most loving kitties ever. This boy thrives on love, being held, cuddled, talked to, shown new toys and being a part of his human's life. This is not contagious to other cats but is generally the result of a feral mother not having her shots and being infected with panleukopenia (PLV).
Murphy is not confident with his balance and finds getting around a bit hard. He is very capable though and still plays, makes it room to room, to his pee pad, and food. He is full of love and enjoys being looked at with puppy eyes and singing to him. He falls over often, may rest a bit, but gets up and goes again. He is content, has some favorite toys, loves tickles and will melt your heart. As he grows, he will gain more muscle and be a little more mobile. However, CH does not improve, just his muscles and his comfort as he gets older. Due to his less mobility, it makes him the perfect lap potato four hours. His favorite thing in life is snuggled on your chest under a blanket, going for a ride in the car, and being taken everywhere you go.
Because he is a CH kitty, he is still struggling with his litterbox use. When he is in his room, he uses it well, when he is about the house, he sometimes goes where he is closest. We are working on this, and like the two CH kitties I already own, they are both attuned to using the litter box or a pee pad. (One of mine is more severe than the other.)
While owning a CH kitty takes a little more time, acceptance and help, they do not have any significant health issues, nor require any special medications. They are just like other kitties, have a regular life span, but may require some baths or rinsing more than other kitties due to wobbling when they use the bathroom. Generally, it's a 60 second hold under the faucet; that they are used to. He does not require a special diet, but he must be safe from steps, running children who may step on him, and lower places to play. Most likely he will not climb steps, but if he is at the top, or on a high space, he will fall and be severely hurt.
If you want a kitty that will repay your love 90 fold, Murphy is your boy. He would be happier with the entertainment of other pets, so we ask that you adopt him if you already have pets, or adopt his brother Hank! That would be his favorite! He loves his human the most but would not be as motivated without examples of other playing.
If you are interested in adopting Murphy, please apply and you will be able to contact me in person for more details. I encourage you to do your research by watching videos, learning about CH and filling out the application. If you qualify, there may be a home visit to help identify areas of your house that could pose a problem. (Don't worry, it's not a huge change, just some suggestions, and a set of eyes that understand these kitties, as I have two myself. (The foster mom.)
This boy will reward you daily with more love than you ever thought possible, and he will carve a spot in your heart that will create a beautiful bond. Please consider adopting him if you have the heart, space and patience.
MOCHI
Domestic Short Hair
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Prosper, Texas
female, medium, adult
Domestic Short Hair
Prosper, Texas
