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My aunt once had a cat who suffered some neurological problem. She was named Wobbles, 'cause she walked like a drunk on a rolling ship. Her back end sometimes swung out to the sides as she walked, and to keep her balance, she learned to use her tail like a rudder. Her tail curled up over her back so it was almost flat against her spine. She made do, and was a very loving and sweet cat. Plus, she lived nearly 18 years.