Scottish cat

Description and breeding of Scottish cats of lilac color

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History of the breed
Subtleties of color
Features of the content

Among the popular breeds of cats, Scottish ones occupy a special place. Fluffy lumps with expressive eyes and plush hair instantly win the love of all household members. Also, cute Scots are famous for their amazing variety of colors. Pets with lilac hair are especially beautiful.

This color is rare, therefore it arouses genuine interest among breeders around the world.

History of the breed

There are several varieties of Scottish cats in the world, but the leaders among them are undoubtedly the Scottish Folds - fold-eared cats with short soft hair. For the first time, representatives of the breed with an unusual shape of the ears appeared in the province of Scotland in the 60s of the last century. Through selection work, American breeders in the late 70s managed to register the breed in the CFA (Cat Fanciers Association), and the Scots began to conquer the show jury and win champion titles.

The official name of the breed: Scottish Fold Shorthair cat

Country of origin: Scotland

The weight: females 3.5-4.5 kg, males up to 6 kg

Life Expectancy: 12-15 years old

Breed standard

Color: All colors are accepted, including colorpoint without white.

Head: round, wide, massive with a strong chin. The nose is short, wide and straight. Profile with transition, but no deep stop. The cheeks are full. The large, round mustache pads give the short muzzle a distinct outline.

Wool: short, very thick, not taut. Due to the dense undercoat, it is separated from the body like a plush. The texture is dense to the touch.

Body: cat is medium to large in size, muscular, stocky. The chest, shoulders and back are broad and massive. The neck is short and powerful.The limbs are low, muscular, the paws are thick and round. The tail is of medium length, thick, with a rounded tip, without bulging or induration, mobile along its entire length.

Ears: small, curved forward, with slightly rounded tips directed towards the middle of the muzzle. Set wide apart, close to the skull, emphasizing the round shape of the head.

Eyes: large, round, set wide apart. The color of the eyes corresponds to the color of the coat.

Adorable and scottish lilac straight-eared Scottish cats.

The official name of the breed: Scottish Straight (Scottish Straight)

Country of origin: Scotland

The weight: females - up to 4.5 kg, males - up to 7 kg

Life Expectancy: up to 15-20 years old with proper care

Breed standard

Color: the tail is long and of medium length in proportion to the body (up to the middle of the scapula), mobile at all joints. A long tail is preferred.

Head: round, with a convex skull and forehead, round cheeks and muzzle. The transition to the wide bridge of the nose is slightly bent without a stop and hump. The upper profile line is smooth, the nasal bridge is of moderate length. The cheekbones are round, the cheeks are full. Full cheeks are especially noticeable in cats. The chin is well shaped. round, strong, but not protruding. The width and roundness of the muzzle is emphasized by the round and full pads under the whiskey whiskers. The head descends to the short neck.

Wool: dense, plush, fine texture, double, not tight, medium length, tightly covering the body. The texture of the coat depends on color and season.

Body: of medium size, of moderate length with rounded contours, the same width from the shoulders to the croup. Dense, muscular, of medium bone, on short, firmly standing limbs. Feet with tightly clenched toes. Movement is free and elastic in all joints. Cats are somewhat smaller than cats.

Ears: small and medium in size, narrowly open, erect with slightly pointed tips, but wide at the base, set wide and high. The tips are slightly parted. The outer surfaces of the ears are well pubescent. Inside are dense and lush brushes.

Eyes: large, round, separated by a wide nose, wide open with a cute expression. The color of the eyes corresponds to the color of the coat.

Nose: the nose is short with a soft arch. An easy stop is acceptable. Moderate line profile.

The characteristic features of Scottish cats include:

strong muscular body with long limbs;
a wide round head;
expressive blue or amber eyes;
luxurious mustache and short, dense tail;
a flattened muzzle that makes the animal look like a plush toy.

But the most important highlight of this breed is the variety of colors. Pet fur can be one-color, two-color, and also have an original pattern.

Subtleties of color

Experts subdivide the fur color of Scottish cats into several groups.

Tabby. The animal's fur is decorated with a geometric pattern.

Solid. The coat of cats is dyed in a single color.

Shaded... This feature implies the presence of a silver or gold shade of wool.

Tortoiseshell The color is a combination of dark spots with a red or cream shade.

Ticked ones. One of the most spectacular colors, it is characterized by alternating dark yellow rings along the entire length of the hair.

One of the most unusual colors of Scottish cats is lilac... This variety belongs to the solid type. Fold kittens of lilac or lavender color look very gentle and resemble forget-me-not in color.

Note that this color has its own nuances. For example, allocate lavender and deer shades... The first is characterized by a pinkish-blue color of the coat, and the nose and legs are purple with a pink tint.

Fawn-colored cats have beige fur, and the nose and paw pads are pinkish. You should not confuse the deer color with the lilac color, which is closer to the lilac shade.These are different colors. Also there are Scottish cats with a lilac tabby color. The main color of the cat's coat is beige, and the pattern is painted in dark lavender tones.

Lilac Scottish cats are distinguished by a monochromatic coat color without blotches. However, in small kittens at birth, you can see a small speck of a different shade, which will disappear with age. For lilac Scots, orange or gold eyes are characteristic, and individuals with copper-colored eyes are also found. It is impossible not to admit the fact that Scottish cats with lilac coat color are animals of amazing beauty.

Features of the content

Plush pets, like any cats, require proper care and proper nutrition. Before bringing home a Scottish kitten, the owner needs to purchase the following accessories for it:

a small tray with low sides;
bedding made of natural materials;
scratching post;
hypoallergenic toy.

It is necessary to start raising an animal from the first days of the appearance of this fluffy lump in the house. Scottish cats are considered ideal pets. They easily make contact with all family members, having special sympathy for small household members. Cats prefer sleep to outdoor games. They are very attached to the owner and like to sit on his lap for hours.

The pet's sleeping place should not be located near a window or in a walkway. The Scots love warmth and comfort. They also do not like long walks in the open area. This breed is prone to homebody. For cats, various structures are of great interest, for example, stairs or shelves.

Scottish feeds eat premium or super premium food. They are highly digestible and rich in vitamins and minerals essential for cats. Natural products are also suitable for Scots: lean meat, cereals, boiled fish and vegetables. The diet of kittens should be varied. And at the same time, babies should not be overfed. An overweight animal begins to move a little and subsequently acquires a number of dangerous diseases.

Short-haired cats are combed no more than once a week. This procedure is carried out using special brushes and combs. The pet is bathed as needed, and the ears and eyes are monitored daily. Scottish kittens are characterized by increased lacrimation, so the owner needs to stock up on special drops from the pet store.