Origin: The breed originated in Scotland in the 1960s from a white farm cat named Susie with a natural mutation in her cartilage.
All fold-ear cats are descended from her.
Appearance: Round head, large round eyes, and a compact, round body (often called "owl-like").
Short, dense coat (a long-haired variant also exists).
Weight: 2.5–6 kg.
Lifespan: Average 11–15 years.
Character: They are calm, gentle, affectionate, and social, but not overly demanding.
Good with children and other animals, intelligent, and playful in a quiet way.
They are true cuddle cats who love being around people.
Important health warning: The folded ears are caused by a genetic mutation (osteochondrodysplasia) that affects all Fold-ear cats.
This can lead to painful joint problems, arthritis, and bone abnormalities, sometimes even at a young age.
Therefore, many cat organizations (such as FIFe) no longer recognize the breed, and breeding two Fold-ear cats is strongly discouraged.
In short: a cute, sweet cat, but due to the health risks, many experts opt for straight-eared variants (Scottish Shorthair) or other breeds.
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