Scottish Fold

Scottish Fold The Scottish Fold cat occurred as a spontaneous mutation in farm cats in Scotland. The breed has been established by crosses to British Shorthair and domestic cats in Scotland and England. In America, the outcross is the American and British Shorthair. All bona fide Scottish Fold cats trace their pedigree to Susie. Personality Scottish Folds are typically intelligent, sweet-tempered, soft-spoken, and easily adaptable to new people and situations. They are loyal and tend to bond with one person in the household. While they will usually allow others to cuddle and pet them, their primary attachment becomes quickly clear as they single out their chosen human. They thrive on attention, but it must be on their own terms. Despite their devotion, they are not clingy, demanding cats and usually prefer to be near you rather than on your lap. They enjoy a good game of catch the catnip mouse now and then as well, and keep their playful side well into adulthood. Physical Attributes Body Medium, rounded, and even from shoulder to pelvic girdle. The cat should stand firm with a well-padded body.? Overall appearance is that of a well-rounded cat with medium bone Head Well-rounded with a firm chin and jaw. Muzzle should have well-rounded whisker pads. Head should blend into a short neck. Prominent cheeks with a jowly appearance in males. Nose to be short with a gentle curve. Profile is moderate in appearance. Ears Ears fold forward and downward. Small. Ear tips are rounded. Eyes Wide open with a sweet expression. Large, well-rounded, and separated by a broad nose. Eye color to correspond with coat color. Blue eyed and odd eyed may appear in all white, bicolor and van patterns. Legs & Paws Short, coarse legs. Toes are neat and well-rounded with five in front and four behind. Tail Tail should be medium to long but in proportion to the body. Tail should be flexible and tapering which may end in a round tip. Color Any color or pattern with the exception of those showing evidence of hybridization resulting in the colors chocolate, lavender, the Himalayan pattern, or these combinations with white. Eye color appropriate to the dominant color of the cat. Odd eyed and blue eyed may appear in all bicolor and van patterns. Odd eyed will have one blue and one gold eye of equal color depth. Coat: Long Hair Medium-long to long hair length. Coat: Short Hair Dense, plush, even. Short to medium-short in length. Soft in texture. Full of life. Standing away from body due to density, not flat or close lying. Coat texture may vary due to color and/or regional, seasonal changes.