Buyer question
How long does a Minuet live?
Our Animal Library gives the Minuet a lifespan of 12–15 years.
Source: the Minuet page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Minuet in the Animal Library
The detail
A short-legged breed created by crossing the Munchkin with Persian-family cats, with a round face and short or long coat. Minuets are gentle and playful, but their short legs come from a gene that affects bone growth.
- Origin
- United States, 1990s
- Best fit
- Calm homes, informed buyers
- Temperament
- Gentle, playful, social
What to weigh
The short-leg gene is a form of dwarfism and may raise the risk of joint and spine problems. Persian ancestry adds kidney disease risk. Many registries decline to recognize the breed.