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ANKARA, TURKEY - JULY 09: A cat named "Kaju", suffering from dwarfism, is being treated at a veterinary hospital in Ankara, Turkey on July 09, 2019. 2 and a half year old Kaju looks shorter and smaller than other cats as it suffers from dwarfism. It was brought to a hospital at the age of 6 months. It is 10 centimeters tall, weighing 1 and a half kilograms. Cat's treatment and health checks have been going on in the hospital for two years.
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Osteochondrodysplasia (Skeletal Dwarfism) In Cats: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatments

Osteochondrodysplasia in cats, also called skeletal dwarfism, is a hereditary medical condition that develops when a cat’s bones and cartilage are unable to grow properly. Cats suffering from this condition usually have shortened limbs.

In particular, the Scottish Fold breed is most frequently diagnosed with skeletal dwarfism.

If you see signs that your kitty might be suffering from bone or cartilage…

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