The Scottish breed is one of the most popular in the world, which is largely due to its Fold variety. But do you know there are as many as four types within this breed? These are Scottish Straight (short-haired straight-eared), Scottish Fold (short-haired fold-eared), Highland Straight (long-haired straight-eared), and Highland Fold (long-haired fold-eared). The breed needs straight-eared specimen, because it’s impossible to have healthy offspring without them.

Long-haired and short-haired Scottish cats: what’s the difference?

Buyers often ask what the difference is between the long-haired and short-haired varieties of the Scottish breed. Besides the different hair length, sometimes they have slightly different character. Although each cat has its individual psyche, still the Highlands are generally somewhat more easygoing than the Scottish cats. This is due to strong Persian genes in them – Persian cats were used for breeding the long-haired Scottish variety. However, every cat has its own character. First, you should decide what cats you like most, then tell the Lapa.shop felinologist about your wishes. The specialist will suggest certain options depending on what breeders say about their cats.

As for the hair, don’t believe the myth that short-haired Scottish cats shed less than their long-haired brothers. Both breeds may lose the same amount of hair when shedding. Its intensity depends on many factors.

Colors of Scottish kittens

When choosing a Scottish cat as a pet, you should also decide on the color you want. There are numerous variations within the Scottish breed – you won’t know where to look first. Quite often people contact Lapa.shop to buy a cat of a certain color, then they look through the catalog and choose an absolutely different one. There’s nothing strange about it: it’s just that people didn’t know what other colors exist. However, classic blue Scottish cats are always popular. Such precious colors as gold and silver are also in fashion now.

Health of Scottish kittens

When choosing a Scottish kitten, you’ll come across many nuances, since the breed is extremely complicated in terms of getting healthy offspring. Many people want to save money and turn to amateur breeders who sell kittens cheaper. Unfortunately, they often get sick kittens. The problems with joints, kidneys, and heart are especially common. As a result, even a young animal may suffer from a number of fatal diseases.

Competent and conscientious breeders, who don’t seek profits, remove sick cats from breeding. Thus, they increase the chances of getting healthy offspring. The Lapa.shop platform strictly selects the breeders who are allowed to post information about kittens for sale. This is especially important for the Scottish breed.

We wish you a beautiful and healthy cat, whom you can find on Lapa.shop. If you are at a loss when choosing and have any questions, please, contact our site administration – we will be pleased to help you!