Scottish Fold

👂 The owl-cat! Scottish Folds have cute folded ears that make them look like owls or teddy bears. They love to sit in funny positions, like the 'Buddha sit'!

⚡ Quick Facts

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Size

Medium

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Weight

6-13 lbs (3-6 kg)

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Life Expectancy

11-14 years

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Energy Level

Low

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Good with Children

Yes

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Apartment Friendly

Yes

💖 Personality & Behavior

They are very sweet and quiet. They love to be around people but aren't demanding. They are known for sleeping on their backs!

🍖 Food & Treats

Tasty treats for the owl cat! They don't need a special diet, but good food helps keep them healthy.

⚠️ General information only - for specific dietary needs, consult a veterinarian

🧶 Play & Activities

Favorite Games & Activities:

Puzzle toys
Feather wands
Watching TV
Sitting like a human
Gentle chase

They play gently. They like toys that make them think. Sometimes they just like to sit up and watch what you are doing.

🏡 Living Environment

Perfect for apartments! They are quiet and don't need much space. A soft bed is all they ask for.

✨ Fun Facts

All Scottish Folds trace their lineage back to a white barn cat named Susie.
They are known for sitting in the 'Buddha Position'.
Not all kittens in a litter will have folded ears.
Taylor Swift has two Scottish Folds!
They have very expressive eyes.

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