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FIG. 007
PLATE NO. 007Felis catus
Specimen
Scottish Fold
Instantly recognizable for its folded ears and round owl-like face, the Scottish Fold is sweet, mellow, and deeply attached to its family. It adapts well to most homes and is quiet and undemanding. But buyers must know: the same gene that folds the ears causes osteochondrodysplasia, a painful cartilage and joint disorder affecting every fold to some degree. Adopt with eyes open.
+ Strengths
03- 01Sweet, mellow, and affectionate
- 02Quiet and adaptable to most homes
- 03Bonds closely with the whole family
− Things to consider
03- 01Folded-ear gene causes painful joint/cartilage disease
- 02Higher lifetime vet costs likely
- 03Folded ears need regular cleaning
Trait profile
15 dimensions · 0–10 scale- 01Size
- 05/10
- 02Energy level
- 04/10
- 03Affection
- 07/10
- 04Vocalness
- 03/10
- 05Shedding
- 05/10
- 06Grooming needs
- 04/10
- 07Friendliness
- 07/10
- 08Good with kids
- 07/10
- 09Good with other pets
- 07/10
- 10Independence
- 04/10
- 11Intelligence
- 06/10
- 12Health robustness
- 02/10
- 13Allergy-friendly
- 02/10
- 14Longevity
- 05/10
- 15Affordability
- 03/10