In 1961, a shepherd by the name William Ross took a special interest in Susie, and when she had kittens, he acquired one of them, which he named Snooks. Snooks then had kittens, and Ross took one of the males and bred him with a British Shorthair. So began the Scottish Fold.
By 1971, these cats were already being imported into the North America.
These gorgeous cats have rounded heads, short necks, and large eyes which, combined with their folded-over ears, give them a unique look.
Scottish cats can be found with a short-coated or long-coated (Highland) appearance. Another unique trait of these adorable kitties is that their eye color will be determined by their coat color.
After their ears, the first thing you will notice about a Scottish Fold is their habit of posing in odd positions; flat out on the floor like a little frog, sitting up for all the world as if they were a meerkat on a nature program, or lying on their back, paws up in the air.
These cats are prized for being easy-going, loving, social, and intelligent. So they make a great addition to families of all sizes.
Just remember, it's important to teach children how to handle and respect their four-legged family member properly. This will help ensure that your pet stays happy and healthy.
Because the Scottish Fold personality is so affectionate , these cats do not do well being left alone for long periods of time. Some Scottish Fold parents have discovered that by adopting two Scottish Folds, they can help keep each other company, and the cats will consequently not be bothered with being left home alone. No matter how long you leave your feline friend, the chances are that when you return home, they will want to sit in your lap for some quality cuddle time.
Scottish fold cats are never bred together for ethical concerns, as offspring may be born with degenerative issues. Scottish fold cats are usually bred with either American or British cats. Since they’re always bred with other breeds, not all kittens in their litters will have folded ears. Subsequently, offspring could be either Scottish Fold or Scottish Straight.
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