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PWS·223 · CAT · SCOTLAND · MÉDIO
Scottish Fold
The Scottish Fold is instantly recognizable by its unique folded ears, caused by a natural dominant gene mutation, giving the cat an owl-like appearance. These sweet-natured cats are known for sitting in unusual positions, including upright like a meerkat or flat on their backs. They are adaptable, calm, and enjoy interactive play, though the genetic mutation responsible for their folded ears is also linked to serious skeletal health concerns.
Origem
Scotland
Tamanho
Médio
Peso
2.5–6 kg
Expectativa de vida
11–15 anos
Section · 02 · Compatibilidade
Compatibilidade
Bom com crianças
Sim
Bom com outros animais
Sim
Bom para apartamentos
Sim
Section · 03 · Necessidades de cuidado
Necessidades de cuidado
Necessidades de exercício
Moderado
Higiene
Pouca manutenção
Section · 04 · Problemas de saúde comuns
Problemas de saúde comuns
- Osteochondrodysplasia
- Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Heart Disease
Section · 05 · Dicas de dieta
Dicas de dieta
Scottish Folds benefit from a balanced diet with joint-supporting supplements like omega-3 fatty acids and glucosamine due to their genetic predisposition to cartilage issues.
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