Scottish Fold

Overview

The Scottish Breed Group consists of the Scottish Fold and the Scottish Straight - which come in shorthair and longhair varieties. These can be born in the same litter and are identical, except some kitties will have curled ears. All Scottish Fold kittens are born with straight ears, and if they carry the gene for the folded ears, their ears will begin to curl around 18-24 days later. About half of the litter will have single, double, or triple folded ears, while the rest are Scottish Straights, who are just as cuddly and wonderful as their curly-eared siblings! Did you know that these sweet-faced kitties can trace their lineage to a single white barnyard cat with curled ears? Because of this common ancestry, almost all Scottish Folds will suffer from a genetic condition affecting cartilage and bone, which may lead to arthritis, hearing impairment, and ear disorders. Some organizations like the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy have stopped registering Scottish Folds since the 1970s to discourage the breeding of these curly-eared kitties. They come in almost any color and pattern under the sun! We recommend grooming your Scottish Fold several times a week to keep mats at bay, help prevent hairballs, and keep their coat healthy.

Common Health Conditions & Recommendations for

Degenerative Joint Disease:

Scottish Folds are susceptible to degenerative joint disease, especially in the tail but also in the ankle and knee joints, causing discomfort or poor mobility.

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Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy:

is a heart muscle disease that may be an inherited condition in Scottish Fold kitties or caused by other diseases.

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Diabetes:

is a health issue for many kitties, especially for overweight kitties. This condition occurs when the body is not able to produce sufficient levels of insulin to regulate blood sugar levels.

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Personality

Scottish Folds are loving companions that thrive off human affection. With their loving eyes, cute faces, and round bodies, these kitties just make you want to cuddle them! So much so that they are the go-to kitty for superstars like Taylor Swift, who owns one of the most famous kitties on the planet! Her Scottish Fold, Olivia Benson, has been paid millions to star in commercials and has appeared in her famous mama’s music videos. They may not love being picked up but Scottish Folds will likely follow you around from room to room and want to stay by your side. So if you're on the lookout for an extra cute feline companion with beautiful round eyes and curled ears, consider getting a Scottish Fold!