Scottish Fold Breed In All its Glory
Because of its adorable look, the Scottish Fold has become one of the world’s best breeds. Would you believe they all descended from a single ancestor called Susie? She had a cartilage mutation as a kitten, which resulted in her ears being adorably folded. She stayed in a barn somewhere in Scotland, and her owners began raising her for more of her species there. The breed soon gained popularity. However, they discovered that the mutation influenced more than just the ears. When two mutant genes from Scottish folds are fused, they can cause debilitating arthritis to occur at a young age. In addition, they can still have problems with bone growth. So while the appearance is cute and lovely, perpetuating the breed means preparing potential cats for an existence fraught with health problems. As a result, animal welfare campaigners are coming out about its continued existence.
Scottish Fold Breed In All Its Glory
A Kitty Sketch On Its Forehead
The kitten seen below is not your typical tabby. It is, in effect, an endangered Scottish wildcat with marks on its forehead that resemble a drawing of itself. What a unique and adorable creature! Scottish wildcats look just like the domesticated critters we all recognize and enjoy when they are small. However, they quickly develop to be twice the size of a typical house cat. Scottish wildcats are the descendants of our beloved house cats as wildcat subspecies. They have existed, raised, hunted, and scattered across Asia, Africa, and Europe. However, their numbers are rapidly declining due to various problems, like breeding with domesticated cats or becoming domesticated themselves.
A Kitty Sketch On Its Forehead
