Scottish cats of golden color: characteristics and features of care

Scottish cats are adorable pets with expressive eyes and plush fur. They are distinguished not only by their peaceful disposition, but also by a chic palette of colors. Perhaps one of the most unusual are Scottish cats of golden color. This shade of wool belongs to the "shaded" colors and attracts the attention of breeders all over the world.

As the name suggests, this breed first appeared in Scotland. However, some researchers claim that such cats lived in eastern countries several hundred years ago. Fluffy cats are very similar in appearance to short-haired British.

The features of the breed include the following.

1. Strong, muscular body of correct proportions.
2. Small head with a round muzzle. Outwardly, the Scotsman resembles a teddy bear.
3. Short, well-developed neck.
4. Massive limbs with soft pads.
5. Expressive eyes. In most cases, this breed has orange eyes, but blue-eyed and green-eyed individuals are found.
6. The Scottish coat is soft (plush) and shiny. The fur fits snugly to the body. There are short-haired and long-haired varieties of the breed.
7. Adult cats weigh no more than 6 kg. Little kittens are especially adorable and resemble a stuffed toy.

The main feature of the breed is the shape of the ears. The fact is that Scottish cats are divided into several types: Scottish Fold and Straight (shorthaired) and Highland Fold and Straight (longhaired). Straight cats have straight ears, and animals with the name fold - lop-eared.

Cute and miniature pets amaze with the variety of their colors. They can be divided into the following groups.

• Solid or solid. The fur of cats is dyed in one color.

• Tabby. The wool of animals has a patterned color.

• Color point. White cats with blue eyes.

• Tortoiseshell The fur of cats is "decorated" with spots of dark colors.

• Shaded... Real "jewels" among cats.

The golden color of Scots is a unique phenomenon that attracts the attention of all inveterate "cat lovers". It is referred to as shaded colors. These cats have a light peach undercoat, and the fur casts a beautiful golden color. The eyes are green, and the pads and nose are chocolate-colored.

Also, the golden shade of wool has ticked cats... This color is an alternation of dark and light stripes on each hair. The wool itself is cast in gold or silver. The color of the eyes in babies is yellow, which also has a golden hue. Among the Scots, this color is rare, so ticked kittens are charged a high price.

Another variety of Scots has a golden hue of fur. This color is called "Marble on gold"... It is quite rare, and therefore arouses increased interest among breeders. The fur of unusual pets is decorated with dark stripes in the form of geometric shapes. Cats with golden marbled color have the letter "M" on their foreheads. The eyes of animals are of a copper shade.

Before bringing a Scottish kitten into the house, the breeder should prepare for this event. A fluffy baby needs to purchase a bedding made from natural materials, a small tray, a scratching post and toys in advance. The upbringing of a kitten should be done from the first days of its appearance in the house. The Scots have a rather docile disposition and are easy to "train". They easily memorize commands and respond to the nickname.

The care of six of both short-haired and long-haired species requires special attention. Regular brushing and washing is a guarantee of your pet's health. It is best to bathe the animal in warm water, at least once every 2 weeks. It is also important to keep cats' eyes and ears clean. For the eyes, special drops purchased at a pet store are suitable. And for the hygiene of the ears of pets, they use cotton swabs.

You can feed Scottish cats with natural and industrial food. For example, lean meat, cereals, fish products and boiled vegetables are perfect. When it comes to "store-bought" feed, Scottish breeders are better off choosing premium products. They do not contain harmful substances and are well absorbed.

Babies are fed up to 6 times a day, and an adult cat needs to eat 2 times a day. It is no coincidence that Scottish cats are compared to a plush toy. They are very friendly and love to play with the little ones. They do not show aggression towards other animals in the house and can spend hours with their favorite toy.

Watch a video on the topic.