A Scottish Fold’s folded ears are caused by a natural genetic mutation that affects cartilage throughout the body. Responsible breeding practices are important because this same gene can also influence joint and bone development.
Scottish Folds are born with straight ears; if they carry the fold gene, the ears usually begin to fold at around 3–4 weeks of age.Not all Scottish Fold kittens develop folded ears; some remain straight-eared and are known as Scottish…
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