It is known that the gray Scottish breed has long conquered the hearts of cat lovers. Seals, like plush toys with big amber eyes, will not leave anyone indifferent. Consider this known breed in more detail.
About breed
In Europe, its first representatives were brought from China in the XVIII century. As a result of crossing with straight cats, a new species was bred: Scottish Fold. In the 60s, felinologists registered it officially. There are 2 types of cats of this breed:
- Scottish Straight - cats with straight ears;
- scottish fold - Fold cats.
These are medium sized animals with a muscular, dense body. The shoulders and hips of the beast are equal in width. The body is short, well developed. Limbs of medium length. The tail is thick. The head is round.
The eyes are large and round, usually amber, yellow, emerald green or blue. The ears of a lop-eared cat are directed forward, the tips hang down. If the ears are upright, their sizes are small, the tips are rounded.
Wool is short, thick, resembles plush. Gray color is called blue or blue. Color can vary from light gray to gray-blue. In small kittens can be observed patterns on the wool, which will disappear with age.
About nature
Scottish cat has a sociable character, friendly and phlegmatic disposition. Curious and observant, cats do not like noise. Tied to the owners and to the house. New people are wary, but no malice. Able to live with other animals, if they do not show aggression.
Despite the desire for people to communicate, cats are not tame. They do not like to sit on their hands, but this does not mean that they do not allow themselves to be ironed. They can accompany the host and follow him everywhere, watch him, be overly persistent. Scottish cats and cats have a number of interesting habits:
- they often stand on their hind legs, mainly at the moment of interest, in order to consider something that very much resembles gophers;
- love to lie on your back, which looks very funny;
- some cats are observant, showing interest in TV;
- cats are "talkative", their actions are accompanied by different sounds, the voice is often creaky.
By nature Scottish is a companion cat. She does not like loneliness. Be sure to make a company when watching TV or at dinner.
A playful animal will take part in children's fun if the children treat it properly.
Health
As a result of crossbreeding, the breed received a hereditary ailment: the gene responsible for lop-earedness has a bad effect on the locomotor system and cartilage. Cats are prone to diseases of the joints. Health is checked as follows: in a healthy animal, a moving tail that bends well. If the tail bends poorly, not moving, it can be a sign of osteochondrodysplasia, a hereditary disease of this breed.
Cats with a short head are prone to cardiomyopathy and brachycephalic syndrome: respiratory failure. Due to the structure of the face, the eyes of cats are vulnerable. They often fester and water.
For prophylaxis, the eye must be washed with a cotton pad moistened with water or tea broth. Behind the ears also require care: once a week you should inspect them and clean them with a swab moistened with oil.
Wool requires special attention. It is combed 2-3 times a week with a comb with a big step. This is done so that the mats do not form: the wool of this breed of cats is thick and plush.Cats are unpretentious and do not require special care. Prevention of vaccine diseases according to the schedule, deworming once a year and treatment with drops from external parasites will help to preserve the health of the pet.
Diet
The diet of the cat deserves special attention. The nutrition of the beast should be controlled so as not to disturb the digestive system. Some rules must be followed:
- bowls use plastic or ceramic;
- put bowls should be in a secluded place on the dais (if the animal has to bend over to the bowl, it can start hiccups)
- mixed food upsets the digestive tract, so you need to decide on food: organic foods or purchased food;
- if the feed purchased, it is desirable to adhere to one manufacturer;
- pet fed 2 times a day at the same time, do not give to overeat;
- food must be balanced: both soft and hard (coarse food cleans plaque, develops jaw muscles);
- in the diet should be present dairy products, which are a source of calcium for the cat's body;
- greens (fresh grass) are welcome to facilitate digestion: it will help to clear the stomach of wool.
Choose a name
The name of the animal should reflect its nature, character traits or appearance. Usually this is the main criteria. It is good if there are sizzling sounds in the name: this will help the animal to get used to its nickname faster. Her choice depends solely on the imagination of the owner. The name should be short and convenient in pronunciation: it will be more convenient for both owners and animals. For boys there are a number of suitable nicknames.
- You can call a cat by a traditional cat name: Fluff, Splash, Iris, Bow, Busik.
- Sometimes an animal is called a human name. You can choose a noble name to match your pet: Leopold, Sylvester, Archibald.
- For a purebred cat, the nickname Winston, Zorro, Raisin, Marquis fits.
There is a choice for girls:
- according to external features one can give a touching nickname Nochka, Paw;
- the cat will remember cute words with hissing sounds: Ixie, Christie;
- suitable beautiful name Agrafena (Pear), Taisiya (Tasia).
More information about the breed of Scottish Fold cats you will learn from the following video.
