Among the popular cat breeds occupy a special place Scottish. Fluffy lumps with expressive eyes and plush wool instantly win the love of all households. Also cute Scots are famous for an amazing variety of colors. Particularly beautiful pets with lilac wool.
This color is rare, therefore it is of genuine interest among breeders around the world.
Breed history
There are several varieties of Scottish cats in the world, but the leaders among them are undoubtedly Scottish Folds - lop-eared cats with short soft hair. For the first time, representatives of the breed with an unusual ear shape appeared in the province of Scotland in the 60s of the last century. By breeding works, American breeders at the end of the 70s managed to register the breed with the CFA (Cat Lovers Association), and the Scots began to conquer the jury of exhibitions and win championship titles.
The characteristic features of Scottish cats include:
- strong muscular body with long limbs;
- wide rounded head;
- expressive eyes of blue or amber color;
- luxurious mustache and short, dense tail;
- flat shape snout, which adds to the animal similarity with a plush toy.
But the most important highlight of this breed is the variety of colors. The fur of pets can be monophonic, two-color, and also to have original drawing.
Color subtleties
Experts subdivide the fur color of Scottish cats into several groups.
- Tabby. The wool of the animal is decorated with a geometric pattern.
- Solid Cat hair is colored in a single color.
- Shaded. This feature implies the presence of silver or gold wool.
- Tortoiseshell. Color is a combination of dark spots with a red or cream shade.
- Ticked. One of the most spectacular colors, it is characterized by alternating dark yellow rings along the entire length of a hair.
One of the most unusual colors of Scottish cats is mauve. This species belongs to the type of solid. Lop-eared kittens of lilac or lavender color look very tender and resemble forget-me-not in color.
Note that this color has its own nuances. For example, allocate lavender and deer shades. For the first, pinkish-blue color is characteristic, and the nose and paws are purple with a pink tint.
Deer-colored cats have a beige color of fur, and the legs and pads of the paws are pinkish. You should not confuse deer coloring with lilac color, which is closer to the lilac shade. These are different colors. Scottish cats with tabby violet are also found. The cat's main coat color is beige, and the pattern is painted in dark lavender tones.
Lilac Scottish cats are distinguished by their uniform coat color without impregnations. However, in small kittens at birth, you can see a small speck of a different shade, which will disappear with age. Orange or golden eye color is characteristic of purple Scots, there are also individuals with copper-colored eyes. It is necessary to recognize the fact that Scottish cats with lilac coat color are animals of amazing beauty.
Content Features
Plush pets, like any cats, require competent care and proper nutrition. Before you bring home a Scottish kitten, the owner must purchase the following items for him:
- small tray with low sides;
- a laying from natural materials;
- scraper;
- hypoallergenic toy.
It is necessary to start raising an animal from the first days of the appearance of this fluffy ball in the house. Scottish cats are considered ideal pets. They easily make contact with all members of the family, having a special sympathy for the little household. Cat games prefer to sleep. They are very attached to the owner and like to sit on his lap for hours.
Pet bed should not be located near the window or on the aisle. Scots love warmth and comfort. Long walks in the open area, they also do not favor. This breed is prone to domestication. For cats, various designs, such as stairs or shelves, are of great interest.
Scottish feeds feed premium or super premium. They are well absorbed and rich in vitamins and minerals necessary for cats. Natural products are also suitable for the Scots: lean meat, cereals, boiled fish and vegetables. The diet of kittens should be varied. And at the same time, kids can not overfeed. The overweight animal begins to move a little and subsequently acquires a number of dangerous diseases.
Short-haired cats are combed no more than once a week. This procedure is carried out with the help of special brushes and combs. Bathe the pet as needed, and the purity of the ears and eyes are monitored daily. Scottish kittens are characterized by increased tearing, so the owner needs to stock up on special drops from the pet store.
The following video will tell you how to choose a healthy Scottish kitten.
