Tailless rats may be shown
in any recognized color, marking, or variety. The distinct feature is the
complete absence of a tail. Tailless rats may have a cobbier body and will have
a rounded rump. Disqualifications: a small tail appendage or tail formation at
the base of the body; any evidence of physical abnormality due to being
Tailless, e.g. difficulty walking or climbing, skeletal problems,
etc.
Breeders Now-a-days though
have been working hard to limit these "deformities" so that we have healthy
happy "normal" ratties.
I have been Breeding Manx rats here
since 2005 when I first Imported them from OFR
*Odd Fellows Rattery* I have since Exported and Imported new tailless lines to
help other breeders such as myself to keep the deformaties at a minimum. I have
yet to have any unsound manx rats born here. all have been show quality tailless
butts. ^__^