In 1961, in Scotland, the couple Mary and William Ross saw an unusual kitten in their neighbors. Susie - that was the name of the baby - was significantly different from her brothers and sisters with unusual hanging ears. She later had two kittens. Kitty Snoops, who settled with the Ross, after a while gave birth to a baby Snowball. William registered a nursery in his own name and devoted his life to the development of this breed.
Breed development
The "Scots" gained world fame when they came to the United States. American breeders continued to work on improving the breed. In 1974, she was recognized by the CFA. Initially, she received experimental status, and in 1977 he became a champion. The Scottish fold cat (Scottish fold) today has an American variety. They are lighter animals with a perfectly round head and large round eyes.
Scottish fold cat: external signs
Scottish fold is a short-haired cat. These are medium sized animals with rounded lines. The skeleton is moderately developed. The body is muscular, short, round, equal in width in the sacrum and in the chest. Extremities of medium size. Paws are rounded, neat. The tail can be medium to long, thick at the base, tapering uniformly along its entire length.
Scottish fold: character
The Scottish fold cat is a favorite of many people. He is very attached to the house, to his master. This is a breed that is easily tamed, due to natural ingenuity. Scottish fold has a very balanced psyche. He behaves perfectly at exhibitions, he is not confused by the accumulation of a large number of people and cats. This amazing animal will not get depressed in connection with some travels, trips. The main thing is that there is a beloved host nearby. But a long separation from him can make the animal experience loneliness and feel abandoned.
Health & Care
By nature, the Scottish fold cat is endowed with good health. However, these animals may have skeletal abnormalities due to the gene responsible for lop-eared. As a result, the breed of cats "Scottish fold" is prone to such a disease as osteochondrodystrophy. At risk are animals with inflexible, rigid limbs and a short thick tail. Such signs may indicate a possible skeletal abnormality.
Scottish fold cat : food
It is advisable that up to four months fresh food constantly lay in a bowl of a kitten. At this age, they eat little, but often. Then transfer the pet to four meals a day. An adult Scottish fold cat should receive food twice a day. Many owners of such animals know, but, unfortunately, do not comply with the golden rule: the animal should not be fed from your table. Pork is harmful to cats. You can give raw meat and fish, but before that they should be well frozen in the freezer. Then pour boiling water over them and chop finely. You can give the cat minced meat, turkey, beef heart and liver. All meat products must be boiled or frozen.