Animal Welfare Professionals

Hi everyone, my name is Dianne and I am new here. I have a question about Cerebellum Hyperplasia in kittens. I manage a small all volunteer, non profit animal rescue in NJ. We have 2 kittens (out of 4) that are 4 weeks old. They  are showing signs, and are extremely wobbly from the middle of their back down to their tail.  Is this something that will get worse or better as they grow? Could there be an issue with their spines? Any thoughts/ideas will be appreciated. TY

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Dianne Miele
Shelter Manager
Shore Animal Volunteer Ent
NJ
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Hi Dianne, 

I'm also new, and my first colony had 2 of the 5 babies with CH.  One could barely stand on her own and just rolled from side to side.  We were able to place her with an amazing foster, along with her sister, who meticulously bathed them and held them to eat.  They are a lot of work, but they did eventually both get adopted to a great family!  My understanding is that the CH doesn't ever get WORSE, but it CAN get better, and by that I mean, they become more coordinated, the older they get.  I also understand that it doesn't hurt them, but happy for others who have had experience to chime in.

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Suzanne Shriner
Director
South Middleton Community Cats
PA
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Dianne,

I have had CH cats and dogs for many years.

it doesn't get worse and they have perfectly long and happy lives , unless of course they have other illnesses.

they learn to adapt to their limitations.

they are normally, loving , happy and playful.

Technically put…

 (CH), also known as wobbly cat syndrome, is a congenital neurological disorder that affects a cat's cerebellum, impacting balance, coordination, and fine motor skills. It's caused by the cerebellum not developing properly, which can be due to a number of factors

Hope everything goes well!

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Deborah Young
Animal Control Officer
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