Where can I buy a Scottish Fold kitten the easiest way to adopt a Scottish Fold
would be through a rescue that specializes in Scottish folds a great
place to start would be by starting a breed search on adopt a pet calm the
search will show you all the available Scottish folds in your area Why our
Scottish Fold cats banned ? The British Veterinary Association says the breeding
of Scottish Fold cat should be banned she says the cats have a genetic
mutation that affects their cartilage which leads to the folding of the ears
and an owl like appearance the cartilage is deformed and it is not supporting the
ears Ms Ravetz says.says. Do Scottish Fold cats have health problems? The Scottish
Fold is a pretty healthy breed but there are some hereditary health problems in
the breed osteochondral dysplasia a developmental abnormality that affects
cartilage and bone development polycystic kidney disease
PKD cardiomyopathy a form of heart disease. Are Scottish Fold cats friendly?
Since the Scottish Fold is known to be friendly and calm this breed works very
well in a home with children and cat friendly dogs they are also known to get
along well with other household cats these felines are fond of attention and
playtime. Are Scottish folds aggressive? Why the Scottish Fold cat has an
affectionate disposition the genes of the Scottish Fold cat give it a sweet
disposition which is not aggressive and very accommodating the breed is outgoing
and playful in nature and this loving nature continues to grow as it receives
more love and affection. Why are Scottish Fold cat so expensive? Scottish folds get
their name from the fact they generally have folded ears not every kitten has
folded ears so those who do have this trait are the ones in high demand these
cute kitties are not only expensive to purchase but also one of the most
expensive cats to insure according to value penguin
How long do Scottish folds live for? 15 years the typical life span of a
Scottish Fold is 15 years Scottish folds are susceptible to polycystic kidney
disease PKD and cardiomyopathy
Do Scottish folds live in pain? all Scottish Fold cat suffer from variable
degrees of painful degenerative joint disease which can result in fusing of
the tail tarsi ankles and stifles knees this is apparent clinically as a
reluctance to move an abnormal posture and gait lameness and short misshapen
limbs. Do Scottish Fold shed a lot? The fur of long-haired Scottish folds
produces uncomfortable mats more readily than that of their short-haired
counterparts if these cats are allowed outdoors they will likely shed more
during spring and fall months and will need more frequent brushing. Do Scottish
folds like to be held? The Scottish Fold breed of cat is a quiet good-natured
creature does not require the constant attention of an owner or to be helped
constantly however this is not to say that the Scottish Fold does not wish to
be held at all the Scottish folds does love petting scratching loving and does
like to be held. Are Scottish Folds cuddly? personality and temperament. gentle
intelligent and extremely well adjusted the Scottish Fold is also very
affectionate and though it can get very attached to its people it will not be a
pest or a nuisance like many other cats it enjoys playing but is especially
responsive to training. Is Scottish Fold a lap cat? For the most part yes Scottish
folds can be lap cats however they will not sit in any old human lap that they
see Scottish folds are known for building strong bonds with their
caretakers and may even favour one person above them all these are the laps
they will sit on. Do Scottish straight cat shed? The fur of long haired Scottish
folds produces uncomfortable mats more readily than that of their short-haired
counterparts if these cats are allowed outdoors they will likely shed more
during spring and fall months and will need more frequent brushing. Can Scottish
folds be left alone. Generally Scottish folds prefer to be with you they do best
if not left alone for long periods of time if you work long hours you might
want to consider getting your Scottish Fold a buddy from your local humane
society or shelter the Scottish Fold is quite intelligent. Do Scottish folds have
health issues? the Scottish Fold is a pretty healthy
breed but there are some Oh Terry health problems in the breed
osteochondral dysplasia a developmental abnormality that affects cartilage and
bone development polycystic kidney disease
PKD cardiomyopathy a form of heart disease. Do Scottish Fold scratch
furniture? But in feeding this cat is very demanding review on a Scottish Fold
cat breed written by ms cat is intelligent always knowing what we want
from it it uses the litter box sharpens its claws only on a scratching
post but not on furniture Are Scottish Fold cats unhealthy? the Scottish Fold is
a pretty healthy breed but there are some hereditary health problems in the
breed osteochondral dysplasia a developmental abnormality that affects
cartilage and bone development polycystic kidney disease
PKD cardiomyopathy a form of heart disease why our Scottish Fold cats in
pain however this is the result of a genetic condition that can cause them to
have short and painful lives she says the cats have a genetic
mutation that affects their cartilage which leads to the folding of the ears
and an owl like appearance the cartilage is deformed and it is not supporting the
ears misra vet says why are Scottish Fold so expensive Scottish folds get
their name from the fact they generally have folded ears not every kitten has
folded ears so those who do have this trait are the ones in high demand these
cute kitties are not only expensive to purchase but also one of the most
expensive cats to insure according to value penguin our Scottish folds local
Scottish folds are Hardy cats much like their barnyard ancestors their
disposition matches their sweet expression they have tiny voices and are
not extremely vocal they adore human companionship and display this in their
own quite way how expensive our Scottish Fold kittens what is the average cost
because Scottish Fold kittens have a variety of shapes colors and sizes
prices will differ depending on what kind of kitten you choose Scottish folds
are quite rare so you can expect to pay anywhere from $250 to as much as $1500
many kittens can be found in the $250 to $500 range our Scottish folds
hypoallergenic Scottish Fold cats allergenic or not outgoing and curious
the Scottish Fold is a great pet companion for those who suffer from
allergies the truth is no cat is 100% allergens free yet there are some breeds
that make good hypoallergenic pets if your reactions are not too severe what
is the life expectancy of a Scottish Fold cat about 15 years the Scottish
Fold is a hardy breed their life expectancy is about 15 years when
properly bred they do not have any special health or grooming issues
without getting into the genetics of the breed let's just say there are strict
breeding guidelines in order to maintain the health of the breed how big do
Scottish folds get the Scottish Fold is a medium-sized cat with males typically
reaching 4 to 6 kilograms 9 to 13 pounds females 2.7 to 4 kilograms 6 to 9 pounds
the folds entire body structure especially the head and face is
generally rounded and the eyes large and round what is the personality of a
Scottish Fold cat Scottish Fold personality and temperament gentle
intelligent and extremely well adjusted the Scottish Fold is also very
affectionate and though it can get very attached to its people it will not be a
pest or a nuisance like many other cats it enjoys playing but is especially
responsive to training what colors do Scottish folds come in Scottish folds
can be either long or short haired and they may have nearly any coat color or
combination of colors including white the Scottish Fold cats are found in a
variety of coats and patterns the solid cats are white black blue red cream blue
silver or blue cream why do Scottish folds have folded ears their folded ears
are caused by a genetic mutation they bend forward and fold closely over the
cat's head a characteristic that often prompts people to compare the Kitty's
appearance to an owl or a teddy bear this trade is caused by an incomplete
dominant gene that resulted from a spontaneous mutation what's the
difference between British Shorthair and Scottish Fold the British Shorthair is
independent but loyal and affectionate if they have a flaw as a breed it might
be that they're too placid and patient British Shorthairs are also very sad a
a trait that becomes more pronounced with age and which can make them prone
to laziness the Scottish Fold is a very sweet cat can you breed two Scottish
folds can you breed two Scottish folds no you should never cross two Scottish
Fold cats in short the dominant gene responsible for the mutation causes
further health issues do Scottish folds bite your Scottish Fold is a part of
your heart he or she certainly loves you but they won't show you this by biting
Scottish folds like petting them and grooming but in a limited quantity how
many kittens do Scottish folds have Ross and geneticist Pat Turner began breeding
the Scottish Fold and three years later they had produced seventy six kittens 42
with folded ears and 34 with straight ears over the years the cats were cross
bred with British Shorthairs and other cats to produce the sweet round-faced
kitty we know and love our Scottish Fold cats good pets since the Scottish Fold
is known to be friendly and calm this breed works very well in a home with
children and cat friendly dogs they are also known to get along well with other
household cats these felines are fond of attention and playtime how long does a
Scottish Fold cat live 15 years the typical life span of a Scottish Fold is
15 years Scottish folds are susceptible to polycystic kidney disease
PKD and cardiomyopathy thank you for watching please subscribe and like our
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