Scottish fold is a very famous breed of cat, well known for its folded ears that bend forwards and downwards. But it is not only their appearance that make them unique and lovable.

1. Amazing facts about Scottish Folds
Scottish folds are a very popular breed of cat well know for their folded ears and their overall owl-like
appearance. These folds are caused by a genetic mutation that causes in some of the cats severe
osteochondrodysplasia(OCD). This is why many organizations do not recognize them as a breed.
Studies have showed that this mutation can be vanished from the genetic pool with the help of
selective breeding. But since people like these cats for their unique look this mutation gives them,
breeders continue to make folded cats.
At least they have minimized the impact this mutation has on the cats and nowadays a folded
Scottish fold can live healthy for many years. But in general straight eared folds tend to be healthier.
Apart from their appearance though they have some unique traits that make them lovable and
amazing human companions.
Lovely Personality
The personality of scottish fold is amazing and mostly responsible for the Scottish fold love
craziness the last years. Scottish folds are extremely adaptable and do well wherever you put them.
From social gatherings at home, to cat shows, to lonely people living lighthouses. They thrive
everywhere as long as they have their owner close to them.

2. Amazing facts about Scottish Folds
Scottish folds also do well with other pets and children, they are very patient and affectionate. Over
time they will build a strong relationship with anyone in the house.
Scottish folds are also known for their intelligence, curiosity and playfulness. Fetch is one the
favourites. Happy hours and play time never end with a Scottish fold in the house.
Lazy?
Folds are not famous for their high activity levels. They are mostly known as a lazy kind of breed.
Nevertheless, they do like to be and play outdoors and to move around. It is just that they need their
time for relaxation too. I believe that when it comes to movement and exercise they are a balanced
breed that keeps the good of both worlds.

3. Amazing facts about Scottish Folds
History
All Scottish folds are descendants of a cat named "Susie". Susie lived, you guessed it, in Scotland.
One day a local farmer and cat lover named William Ross noticed that his neighbour had a cat with
strange folded ears. When Susie gave birth he requested and got one of her kittens with folded ears.
Then with the help of the gene expert Pat Turner, they breaded Susie’s offspring and went on to
create a new breed that today is know as Scottish Folds.

4. Amazing facts about Scottish Folds
Breeding
Unfortunately, the folds in the ears are caused by a genetic mutation that also causes several
diseases in this breed. For this many cat organizations deleted folds from their catalogs and those
who did kept them, set strict regulations for the breeding process. Nowdays breeding of two folded
cats is considered unethical breeding, because it always produces some kittens that will develop
severe OCD later in their life.
Actually no organization (i know) pushed towards the right direction, which is to recognise only the
straights Scottish folds. Straights don’t have folded ears but they do have the amazing personality
all Scottish folds share together. With careful breeding the very mutation that brought this breed into
existence can be bred out. After that we will have a breed no very distinct physically from all the
others, but with a very unique and special character.
Last Words
If you do have a Scottish fold with folded ears, don’t worry. It doesn’t mean that it will definitely
suffer from OCD late in life, though it is highly possible. What you should do, is have a vet check at
least every 6 months to be sure everything is ok. Another thing you can to do is keep your fold fit,
regulate his nutrition and make sure it gets enough exercise and movement.
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