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Health
Osteochondrodysplasia is a rare genetic disease that affects Scottish Folds. When two folded-ear Scottish Folds are bred together, many of their offspring can develop a severe, crippling lameness early in life. Cats affected by this disease can have shortened, malformed legs and tails, as well as abnormalities affecting their growth plates and spine. As responsible breeders, we are committed to the health and well-being of our animals, which is why we only breed folded-ear Scottish Folds to straight-ear cats.
At Queens Scottish Fold, we take our ethical responsibilities very seriously. As a registered cattery with both ACA and TICA (The International Cat Association), we voluntarily abide by their code of ethics. Our breeding cats are genetically tested for 50 of the most lethal breed-specific diseases, including Osteochondrodysplasia (OCD) and more importantly Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) via echocardiogram. This ensures that we are producing healthy kittens and not perpetuating any genetic disorders. Some of the other genetic tests we perform include:
Acute Intermittent Porphyria (Variants 1-5)
Autoimmune Lymphoproliferative Syndrome
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Congenital Erythropoietic Porphyria
Cystinuria Type 1A
Cystinuria Type B (Variant 1-3)
Dihydropyrimidinase Deficiency
Factor XII Deficiency (Variant 1-2)
GM1 Gangliosidosis
GM2 Gangliosidosis
Glutaric Aciduria Type II
Hemophilia B (Variant 1&2)
Hyperoxaluria Type II
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy*
Earfold and Osteochondrodysplasic (Scottish Folds should only have ONE copy of this gene)
Lipoprotein Lipase Deficiency
MDR1 Medication Sensitivity
Mucopolysaccharidosis (multiple variants)
Myotonia Congenita
Polycystic Kidney Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Pyruvate Kinase Defeincy
Sphingomyelinases (Variants 1&2)
Vitamin D-Dependent Rickets
We never breed folded-ear Scottish Folds with other folded-ear cats, and we genetically test all of our breeding cats for the fold gene. We are dedicated to the health and well-being of all our cats and are committed to providing them with the best possible care.
*Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a fatal heart condition prevalent in purebred cats, notably Scottish Folds and British Shorthairs. Due to the complexity of the condition, relying on a single genetic test for carrier detection is inadequate, given the multitude of genes associated with HCM. Echocardiograms serve as the gold standard for identifying and managing HCM. While costly, these screenings are indispensable for reducing the risk of transmitting HCM to offspring. It’s crucial to stress that genetic panels alone are insufficient for HCM screening. Therefore, as a proactive measure, cats in our cattery undergo yearly echocardiogram screenings for HCM.
Socialization
We are proud to offer a unique and personalized experience for our kittens and cats. At our cattery, we believe in providing a nurturing environment that allows our furry friends to roam freely and explore their surroundings. Unlike traditional breeders who keep their cats in cages or kennels, our kittens are raised underfoot in our home. With access to both floors and the basement, as well as their own dedicated cat bedroom, they have ample space to play, rest and explore.
Living in Queens, NY, we are fortunate to have plenty of room to dedicate to our cats. Our whole family is involved in socializing the kittens, which means they become accustomed to different people and lots of activity in the home. From an early age, we even train them to tolerate baths and nail trimming, resulting in well-adjusted, cuddly and social kitties that will quickly make themselves at home with you.
We are dedicated to ensuring the health and wellbeing of our kittens. That’s why our kittens come with age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, vet check, health certificate, health guarantee against genetic defects, and lifetime breeder support. We believe in feeding only raw feed and freeze-dried raw food to ensure a balanced diet. We have also invested in multiple filtered water fountains, scratch posts, Himalayan salt lamps (to improve air quality), air filters, Roomba vacuums and Robolitter Boxes to create a healthy and clean environment for your kitten to thrive in.
At our cattery, we don’t just see our kittens as products. When you buy a kitten from us, you become part of our family. We believe that our families form lifelong bonds and friendships, and we are committed to staying in touch with you and providing support throughout your kitten’s life. We love nothing more than watching our furry offspring grow up, and we are always here to offer advice and guidance whenever you need it.
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