If the name of this breed of cat sounds strange to you and you do not recognize it, it may be that you have never come across it in your life. These kittens are quite curious, since instead of having their ears straight, like most cats, the ears are bent forward, very close to their fur, so many people can associate this breed of cat with a stuffed toy.
La shape their ears take, is due to a spontaneous genetic mutation called folded ears, in Spanish ears folded, so this name is the one that has been given to this breed. It should be noted that due to this mutation two cats of this same breed cannot be crossed, since the offspring can be born with genetic abnormalities, in the bones and in the tail.
EL Scottish FoldIt is a kitten that, in addition to being characterized by its curious ears, is medium-sized and quite robust, with a large, round head. Although its coat is short, it is quite soft and dense. Although there is also a variant of this breed called the Highland Fold, which has slightly longer hair. The colors of her hair can vary, from gray, to chocolate, through all colors.
It has a fairly calm, friendly and affectionate character, so it is highly recommended to have at home, since it greatly enjoys the company of all members of the family, including small children.
Among the special care that we must take, it is important that we pay attention to their dark circles, since due to the form they adopt they have a greater risk of generating infections. Likewise, your hair should be brushed daily to avoid knots and to remove dead hair.