DarleRamos Scottish Folds
Breed Profile
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DarleRamos Scottish Folds Breed Profile |
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The wonderful, lovable Scottish Fold, of course! |
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Information about Scottish Fold Cats from Cat Fancy Association Web Site 2004.
Scottish Folds come in two types: folded ear and straight (normal) ear. The folded ear is produced
by an incomplete dominant gene and is the result of a spontaneous mutation. Over the last two decades the Scottish Fold has developed a look all its own...even though allowed
outcrosses include American Shorthairs and British Shorthairs. The Fold does not necessarily resemble the American Shorthair’s
hard, powerful “working cat” body and squared-off muzzle. Nor does it look like the British Shorthair’s
massive, compact body, short legs, and flat planed top-head. The Fold, instead, is a medium cat with a rounded, well-padded
body and a short, dense, and resilient coat. It has large, round, broadly spaced eyes full of sweetness; well-rounded whisker
pads and a short nose with a gentle curve in profile. Scottish Fold kittens are born with straight ears. At about three to four weeks of age, their
ears fold...or they don’t! It is usually around eleven to twelve weeks of age that the breeder can determine the quality
(pet, breeder or show). Presently, only folded ear cats of Scottish lineage are permitted in the show ring, and naturally,
every breeder wants to produce show cats. The straight ear progeny of Scottish Folds, nevertheless, are invaluable to the
breeding program. Due to the rarity of the Fold, AND due to the fact that not every kitten born has folded ears,
it is very hard for the supply to keep up with the demand. Scottish Folds are hardy cats, much like their barnyard ancestors. Their disposition matches
their sweet expression. They have tiny voices and are not extremely vocal. They adore human companionship and display this
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Scottish Folds adapt to almost any home situation and are as comfortable in a room full of noisy
children and dogs as they are in a single person’s dwelling. They don’t usually panic at shows or in strange hotel
rooms, and they adjust to other animals extremely well. Scottish Folds come in any and all colors possible with the exception of those showing evidence
of hybridization resulting in the colors chocolate, lavender, the Himalayan pattern, or a combination of these and white. When inspecting a Fold for purchase, be sure to determine the flexibility of the tail and check
the feet and legs. There must be no hint of thickness or lack of mobility due to short, coarse legs or splayed toes. Determination
of tail flexibility can be accomplished by moving your hand down the tail in a VERY GENTLE, slightly upward-arching movement.
With proper flexibility, this arching movement can be made without discomfort to the cat. Again, when doing this PLEASE BE
GENTLE! The Scottish Fold is an undemanding cat. A clean environment, proper nutrition, and generous
doses of love are its only requirements. Pricing on Scottish Folds usually depends on type, applicable markings and bloodlines distinguished
by Grand Champion (GC), National or Regional winning parentage (NW or RW) or of Distinguished Merit parentage (DM). The DM
title is achieved by the dam (mother) having produced five CFA grand champion/premier (alter) or DM offspring, or sire (father)
having produced fifteen CFA grand champion/premier or DM offspring. Usually breeders make kittens available between twelve
and sixteen weeks of age. After twelve weeks, kittens have had their basic inoculations and developed the physical and social
stability needed for a new environment, showing, or being transported by air. Keeping such a rare treasure indoors, neutering
or spaying and providing acceptable surfaces (e.g. scratching posts) for the natural behavior of scratching (CFA disapproves
of declawing or tendonectomy surgery) are essential elements for maintaining a healthy, long and joyful life.
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Specializing in both long & shorthaired pet and show quality Scottish Folds
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