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This Rare Dwarf Rescue Kitten Has the Sleepiest Face You've Ever Seen
Yahoo • • health
Key Points:
- Kermit, a rescue kitten born with dwarfism, has a unique exhausted look that has captivated many, resembling the deliberately ugly Fugglers toys.
- Found in July 2024, Kermit weighs just over 2 pounds at nearly 2 years old and has distinctive features like a tiny tail, airplane ears, and stumpy limbs.
- Kermit suffers from severe allergies and dislikes drinking water, requiring his owner to "over-hydrate" his food to keep him healthy.
- Dwarfism in cats is rare and caused by genetic defects affecting hormone production and bone growth, with two main types: osteochondrodysplasia and pituitary dwarfism.
- Despite potential health challenges linked to dwarfism, Kermit is thriving and inspiring fans by living a happy life with proper care.
