Features of a fold Scottish blue cat

Almost every cat lover secretly dreams of having such a pet as a fold Scottish blue cat. It is perfect for families with children, as well as for older people. In order to be convinced of this, you should take a closer look at the description of this breed of cats.

In one version of the origin of the Scottish fold cat, it is said that she appeared in one of the Scottish villages as a result of an accidental relationship between a half-wild tabby cat and an unfamiliar cat. The female kitten had a peculiarity in the form of hanging ears, similar to folded leaves. Her offspring were handed out among friends, and, thus, one of the kittens was in the house of Mary Ross from Scotland, which was fascinated by the extraordinary appearance of the animal. Then she turned to specialists for advice on the breeding of this breed of cats.

She crossed her pet with a representative of the British Shorthair, and then a cat from their offspring with a British blue cat. Thus, for the first time, an initial sample of a Scottish blue cat with ears down was bred.

In another version, references to this breed of cats are dated back to the 19th century in the work of Charles Darwin, where he writes about the Chinese breed of cats with hanging ears.

Representatives of the Scottish fold breed in some sources can be found under the name Scottish fold. This species of cats is quite new, so it is not as common in the world as other breeds of cats. However, this does not make them less popular among pets in all countries. Like any other breed, Scottish fold have their own distinctive features:

• harmoniously folded body with the right proportions;
• the average length of the paws with a well-developed muscular system;
• straight long tail;
• the head has a rounded shape due to chubby cheeks;
• the muzzle is not flat, but not particularly elongated;
• the round shape of the eyes, the color of which differs depending on the color;
• small ears pressed to the head.

Since this cat breed is considered relatively young, the signs of a purebred Scottish representative still find a place in the dispute among experts. However, some common features have already taken root.

• The average weight is from 3 to 6 kg.
• Adult growth can reach 28-34 cm.
• In the World Cat Federation there is no specific requirement for the color of Scottish fold cats, but the Association of Cat Lovers does not recognize some coat colors: chocolate, lilac blue and colorpoint.
• Life expectancy is about 13-15 years, but if the cat does not have congenital diseases, then the cat can live up to 20-23 years.
• Scottish fold cats have a kind, quiet character, by nature they are very indifferent to everything that happens around. Lazy by nature, he will give preference to a serene sleep on his hands, rather than follow on the heels of the owner. Such a cat will never remain indifferent to the drooping mood of the owner and will certainly come to him in order to console him.
• As for their mental abilities, here should be noted their ability to quickly accustom to the tray and scratching post.

It should be noted that the Scottish fold cats are not vindictive, but fearful. For this reason, you should not scream and strongly scold your pet, as this can affect the mental state of the animal. They really like to watch the actions of their owners, to be just outside observers. They are not pestering. If they need anything, the animals will simply meow quietly, and not yell at the whole house.

Scottish fold blue cats easily take root in a new house, while they quickly remember what they are forbidden to do and where to climb. The good news for those who want to teach their pet to teams is to know that the Scots quickly and easily master the simplest of the teams.

On trips, representatives of this breed of cats behave calmly and quietly. Having prepared a comfortable place for your pet, you can easily take it with you on vacation - it can easily endure trips. The owner is required a convenient basket for transporting the animal, a pre-prepared tray for the management of natural needs, bowls for water and food.

Often there are interesting combinations of coat color and eye color. The color of the coat can not only vary in different shades, but also strip. There are also representatives whose color combines two shades mixed with white.

And blue eyes are typical for cats with white hair, as well as with a rare color of blue-point wool.

There are mixed colors of Scottish fold cats, in which from a light shade of the undercoat there is a transition to a darker or more saturated color closer to the ends of the coat.

The colors with patterns on wool created by various stripes, round curls and other interesting ornaments of a different color, similar in tone to the main one, are called tabby. Among the Scottish fold cats with the coloring of the tabby group, one can find blue marble cats, which are distinguished by an unusual coat color.Also common are silver, brown, tiger, tortoiseshell tabby colors.

Despite the fact that adult individuals of this breed of cats are calm and lazy, at a young age they need to be carefully monitored, since kittens of the Scottish fold blue cat are energetic, restless and playful.

For this reason in advance you need to hide various kinds of wires and fragile objects that a kitten might like. When choosing bowls for feeding, preference should be given to heavy containers, so that the baby could not overturn them. It is worth taking care of the place to cope with its natural needs, so that from the first days the pet will learn to go to the toilet only there.

In the house it is necessary to find a place for the rest of the pet and to equip it with a house or bedding in advance. Also need buy a scratching post or make one yourself. To do this, a thick rope needs to be wrapped tightly around the table legs.

Like any child, the kittens of the Scottish fold blue cat are very playful, therefore they need to purchase several different toys, otherwise these toys can be things or shoes of the owners.

Care for a cat breed is about the same as for any other cats. At least once every 1-2 weeks it is necessary to comb out his hair, for which you need to buy a special brush designed specifically for this. When bathing (about 1 time in 6 months), in no case should water get into your ears.

Once every two weeks, it is necessary to clean the cat's ears using a twisted cotton pad. Special clippers to cut the claws of the pet should shorten their length at least once a month. Once every three months, deworming should be carried out, and at the beginning of spring to drive fleas.

It is worth watching the eyes of the animal: if they started to turn sour, you need to wipe them with a cotton pad dipped in brewed strong black tea. If the condition of the eyes has not improved within a week, then it is necessary to take the pet to the veterinarian.

Scottish fold blue cats tend to gain weight. In order for the pet to remain healthy, it is necessary to take its dietary regimen seriously. Representatives of this breed can be fed with dry feed of a premium class from a trusted manufacturer. Pet stores specialize in a specific cat breed. They contain all the trace elements necessary for the full development and life of a pet.

Boiled offal of chicken, boiled sea fish, eggs, kefir, fermented baked milk, vitamin complexes (after consultation with a veterinarian) are also suitable.

For those who decide to buy a kitten of a Scottish fold blue cat, you must contact only to trusted breeders, who will be able to provide all the documents of the kitten's parents, including vaccinations.

An additional feature about the fold Scottish blue cat can be found in the video below.