Have 4-mo old female Maine coon kitten who was very active when we got her. Gradually she has stopped running, jumping, climbing. She is weak/wobbly especially on rear legs. Do not believe this is an injury as symptoms came on gradually. She walks/tries to trot, then sits or lies down. Does not seem to be in pain, but sometimes spine seems tender to the touch. Poisoning/toxins are out of the question. Is bright, alert & healthy otherwise. Appetite and coat are good. Our vet is stumped, has recommended orthopedic surgeon. Other opinions include neurological disease. Are coons listed as suffering from lysosomal storage disease?

-- Anonymous, July 18, 1999

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Recently bought a Maine with similar problem from Kanakooncats in Wichita KS Turned out to be medial patellar luxation , Surgery will cost at least 2000.00 and may even need to be redone at some point. Breeder not answering phone! Very frustrated! iceabeth@home.com

-- Anonymous, March 14, 2001