Although I have had cats active in the ring almost yearly, I have always considered myself more of a breeder than an exhibitor. My fascination lays more with the Scottish Fold breed, the cats and their genetics, than in the more directly competitive aspect of the "cat fancy." Still, I do think exhibiting is important, and fun, and my closest friends now are people I have met through exhibiting. I have also taken an active hand in the CFA Scottish Fold Breed Council and the CFA affiliated breed club, the International Scottish Fold Association (ISFA). I have very recently completed two very successful and pregressive terms as President of ISFA. I furthermore created both the Scottish Fold breeders' private e-mail list, Folds-L, and the Scottish Fold Fanciers e-mail list, open to anyone interested in the Scottish Fold breed info here I also collaborated on the creation of the Scottish Fold Rescue List in 1999, and am currently working with other breeders in the nationwide Scottish Fold Rescue & Adoption Network. All these lists have members from all over the world, not just the US. One of my concerns for Scottish Folds is the mutation itself. Because the mutation, if exhibited in a homozygous state (from fold-to-fold breeding), has been known to cause severe bone deformities and crippling, called called "Scottish Fold Osteodystrophy," I have believed it important that Scottish Fold breeders participate in the Feline Genome Project at the National Institute of Health. info here Right now, to avoid this disease all responsible Scottish Fold breeders only breed a Fold-Eared cat to a normal-eared cat. We usually refer to them as "straight-ears." We can use our straight-eared Scottish Folds, or choose from our two legal outcrosses: British Shorthairs and American Shorthairs. When seeking a fold-eared Scottish Fold kitten, be sure that one parent was straight-eared before you buy! |
Urquhart Cattery got it's earliest beginnings in 1989. That was when I was first introduced to Scottish Folds. I met a local Scottish Fold breeder and we became friends. She offered me an American Shorthair first, then a straight-eared Scottish Fold. The first Scottish Fold litters born in my home were out of these two cats, but were registered in her cattery name. At the time I didn't think that I would go so far as to actually register a cattery. I just loved having the Folds around as pets, and it was fun helping my friend. I was also fascinated by the genetics of the Scottish Fold mutation. My contentment with just having litters for my friend changed when we had a litter that I felt had at least two showable folded kittens. My "pick" was not hers. It was then that I realized I had developed and "eye" for the breed, even if my friend did not share my opinion. I ended up showing that cat in CFA and Granding him in both Championship and Premiership. That began in 1991; it was the same year I registered my cattery, Urquhart. I had finally taken on the responsibilities of an independent Scottish Fold breeder & Exhibitor. |
Urquhart Cattery got it's earliest beginnings in 1989. That was when I was first introduced to Scottish Folds. I met a local Scottish Fold breeder and we became friends. She offered me an American Shorthair first, then a straight-eared Scottish Fold. The first Scottish Fold litters born in my home were out of these two cats, but were registered in her cattery name. At the time I didn't think that I would go so far as to actually register a cattery. I just loved having the Folds around as pets, and it was fun helping my friend. I was also fascinated by the genetics of the Scottish Fold mutation. My contentment with just having litters for my friend changed when we had a litter that I felt had at least two showable folded kittens. My "pick" was not hers. It was then that I realized I had developed and "eye" for the breed, even if my friend did not share my opinion. I ended up showing that cat in CFA and Granding him in both Championship and Premiership. That began in 1991; it was the same year I registered my cattery, Urquhart. I had finally taken on the responsibilities of an independent Scottish Fold breeder & Exhibitor. |
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Although I have had cats active in the ring almost yearly, I have always considered myself more of a breeder than an exhibitor. My fascination lays more with the Scottish Fold breed, the cats and their genetics, than in the more directly competitive aspect of the "cat fancy." Still, I do think exhibiting is important, and fun, and my closest friends now are people I have met through exhibiting. I have also taken an active hand in the CFA Scottish Fold Breed Council and the CFA affiliated breed club, the International Scottish Fold Association (ISFA). I have very recently completed two very successful and pregressive terms as President of ISFA. I furthermore created both the Scottish Fold breeders' private e-mail list, Folds-L, and the Scottish Fold Fanciers e-mail list, open to anyone interested in the Scottish Fold breed info here I also collaborated on the creation of the Scottish Fold Rescue List in 1999, and am currently working with other breeders in the nationwide Scottish Fold Rescue & Adoption Network. All these lists have members from all over the world, not just the US. One of my concerns for Scottish Folds is the mutation itself. Because the mutation, if exhibited in a homozygous state (from fold-to-fold breeding), has been known to cause severe bone deformities and crippling, called called "Scottish Fold Osteodystrophy," I have believed it important that Scottish Fold breeders participate in the Feline Genome Project at the National Institute of Health. info here Right now, to avoid this disease all responsible Scottish Fold breeders only breed a Fold-Eared cat to a normal-eared cat. We usually refer to them as "straight-ears." We can use our straight-eared Scottish Folds, or choose from our two legal outcrosses: British Shorthairs and American Shorthairs. When seeking a fold-eared Scottish Fold kitten, be sure that one parent was straight-eared before you buy! |
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Having descended from the original Scottish farm-cat stock, today's Scottish Fold cat is still a hearty breed. Current legal outcrosses are British Shorthairs and American Shorthairs. Their personality is best described as "laid-back." They are known for a gentle, calm and peaceful demeanor, but can also enjoy a good romp when in the mood to play and clown-about. Rarely demanding, but quietly affectionate, Scottish Folds are intelligent but not inclined to "show-off." They are also known for being a quiet breed; most Folds are not very vocal and have tiny voices, although there are always a few exceptions. |
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This page was last updated on: July 23, 2001
