How do I know if my cat is a Scottish Fold?

Look for: Ears folded forward and down; Round head and large round eyes; Owl-like face; Medium rounded body. The Scottish Fold is instantly recognizable by its folded-forward ears, giving an owl-like rounded appearance.

What does a Scottish Fold's coat look like?

Short or long, dense. Size: Medium.

Scottish Fold

The Scottish Fold is instantly recognizable by its folded-forward ears, giving an owl-like rounded appearance.

Size

Medium

Coat

Short or long, dense

Temperament

Sweet, calm, adaptable

How to recognize a Scottish Fold

Ears folded forward and down
Round head and large round eyes
Owl-like face
Medium rounded body

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