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Scottish Fold

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Temperament

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Origin

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Scottish Fold

Description

Appearance

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Origin

Temperament

Description

Appearance

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Origin

Temperament

Scottish Fold

Other names: Scot Fold

The Scottish Fold is a breed of domestic cat native to the United Kingdom. These cats acquired their unique appearance due to a natural dominant gene mutation associated with skeletal dysplasia. The breed was initially referred to as lop-eared or lops after the lop-eared rabbit and was officially named 'Scottish Fold' in 1966. Depending on registries, longhaired Scottish Folds are known by various names such as Highland Fold, Scottish Fold Longhair, Longhair Fold, and Coupari.

Male

Female

Size

Moderate

length

36-41

14.2-16.1

cminch

cm inch

hight

20-25

7.9-9.8

cminch

cm inch

weight

2.7-6

5.9-13.2

kglbs

kg lbs

weight

2.6-6

5.7-13.2

kglbs

kg lbs

life span

11-15 years

country of origin

United Kingdom

Scotland

fur length

Short

Long

breed origin

Mutation

size

Moderate

Recognized by: 4 registers

ACFA CCCOFA CCA-AFC ACA GCCF LOOF TSACC CFSA ACF FIFE WCF NZCF TICA CFA

Appearance

The Scottish Fold is characterized by a wide and round head, with small ears that are folded forward and down, and round eyes separated by a wide nose. Its neck is strong and narrow. The eyes are round and match the coat color. The limbs are of a normal length, but some individuals may have very short and thick tails with a round tip. The coat of the Scottish Fold can be either long or short and may have nearly any coat color or combination of colors (including white)

Coat type

Fur colour

Body type

Ears

Eyes shape

Fur length

Fur type

Head shape

Tail

Size

Coat type

Fur colour

Body type

Ears

Eyes shape

Fur length

Fur type

Head shape

Tail

Size

Gallery

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Origin

The ancestor of the Scottish Fold was a white barn cat named Susie, who was found at a farm near Coupar Angus in Tayside, Scotland, in 1961. Susie's ears had an unusual fold in the middle, resembling an owl. When Susie had kittens, two of them were born with folded ears, and one was acquired by William Ross, a neighboring farmer and cat fancier. Ross registered the breed with the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy (GCCF) in the United Kingdom in 1966 and started to breed Scottish Fold kittens with the help of geneticist Pat Turner. In 1970, the first Scottish Fold kittens were introduced to America via Dr. Neil Todd of Massachusetts, who was researching the mutation. In 1978, the Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) granted the breed championship status. In the mid-1980s, the long-haired version, named Highland Fold, started to gain recognition.

Parent animals

Breed origin

Origin countries

Temperament

Scottish Folds have a calm and rather silent temperament, but they are nevertheless very playful and would greatly appreciate playing with their owner. These cats are very friendly, sweet, and companionable, fully trusting humans, and adapting easily to new environments. Scottish Folds are also very gentle cats, patient with small kids and able to make friends with other pets in the house.

Behavior:

Friendly toward other pets

Friendly toward strangers

Friendly toward humans

Loyal to owner

Activity Level:

Calm

Keeping conditions

Diet preferences

Grooming

Common health issues

Diet preferences

Grooming

Common health issues

Scottish Folds are prone to obesity and require a properly balanced high-protein diet. Owners of this breed should control the sizes of daily portions and the amount of treats. It is also important to provide your cat with free access to fresh, clean water so they can receive enough nourishment.

Scottish Folds are known for their low-maintenance coats. For short-haired Scottish Folds, a weekly brushing is usually all that's needed. However, if you have a long-haired Scottish Fold, it's best to brush them several times a week, or even daily. In addition to grooming their fur, it's important to regularly brush your cat's teeth and trim their nails. When caring for a Scottish Fold, paying close attention to their ears is crucial, as this breed is prone to ear infections. If you observe any problems with your Scottish Fold's ears, it's essential to promptly consult your vet for a thorough examination.

Shedding:

Normal

Grooming intencity:

Easy to groom

The main health concern for Scottish Fold cats is their susceptibility to osteochondrodysplasia, a genetic disorder caused by the Fold (Fd) gene that leads to bone and cartilage abnormalities. This disease can cause debilitating and extremely painful osteoarthritis, affecting Scottish Folds at a young age. Symptoms may include deformities in limbs and tail, lameness, swollen joints, abnormal gait, and eventually paralysis. Additionally, Scottish Folds are prone to polycystic kidney disease (PKD), which leads to kidney cysts, and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a heart condition that can result in heart failure, irregular heartbeat, and sudden cardiac death. Owners of Scottish Fold cats should be aware of these health issues and ensure their pets receive regular veterinary check-ups and appropriate care to manage these conditions.