Animal welfare specialists warn that cats of the Scottish Fold breed, known for their cute appearance with folded ears, suffer from a painful genetic condition.
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The famous cats of Taylor Swift, such as Olivia Benson and Meredith Grey, belong to this breed. The mutation that causes the distinctive appearance of these cats also leads to osteochondrodysplasia, a disease that causes abnormal bone growth, arthritis, and severe pain.
Despite these complications, the popularity of Scottish Fold kittens has increased. According to The Guardian, about 1% of cats in the UK belong to this breed.
The breeding of Scottish Fold cats is effectively banned in places like Scotland, the Netherlands, Australia, and Norway due to animal welfare concerns. Cats Protection, a UK charity, highlights that many cat owners do not receive enough information about the breed’s health problems, so it is important to conduct thorough research before acquiring a pet.
Source: The Guardian
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