The Scottish folded-eared cat is a genetically mutated cat. Since the variety was originally found in Scotland, it is named after where they were found and their physical characteristics. Due to genetic variations, the ear appears characteristic of a folded ear: the ear bends forward and points forward towards the front of the head. Folded-eared cats are generally smaller, only two-thirds of most common cats. The appearance is rounded, the tail is short, and the limbs are short and stout. Due to frequent hybridization, there are many colors of coat.
The folded ear cat has a very peaceful and sweet personality, rich in feelings, likes to be quiet, loving, very playful, approachable, willing to be with people, and very friendly to other cats and dogs. They like to participate in anything their master does, but usually just quietly and without making a sound to disturb you. In addition, they are also very adaptable and can deal with unfamiliar environments. It is also because of this likable character, coupled with the cute and fat appearance, so it has been chased by many cat owners.
Due to genetic variations, this cat suffers from congenital skeletal diseases, that is, abnormal development of chondroskeletal osteosis, and often uses a sitting and standing position to relieve pain when needed. Although not every cat with folded ears will develop the disease, there is a certain risk. At present, there is no way to cure this congenital genetic disease, once the disease occurs, the condition will generally deteriorate, so the average life expectancy of cats with folded ears is much shorter than that of other cats. It can be said that the cat with folded ears is a deformity in cats. There are already a number of incubators that are studying how to make them grow healthily.