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The Scottish Fold Curled Up on the Couch. Somewhere in That Hug Is a Pile of Chicks.

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On a sage-green couch, beneath a folded knit throw, a silver tabby Scottish Fold has wrapped himself around a heap of chicks like a living hug. His round face and neatly folded ears give him an owlish look, and his eyes are nearly closed with contentment. Four chicks are pressed together in the curve of his body, their fluffy heads resting on each other and on his striped paw. A coffee mug, reading glasses, and a scatter of wooden toy blocks on the side table hint at a lazy weekend afternoon in a busy household.

Scottish Folds are known for their sweet, easygoing personalities and their distinctive forward-folded ears. That fold comes from a gene that affects cartilage throughout the body, not just in the ears, and it is linked to a painful joint condition that can affect the legs and tail. Because of this, responsible owners keep an eye out for stiffness, reluctance to jump, or a shortened or rigid tail, and they keep regular checkups with the vet. Soft bedding, ramps or steps to favorite perches, and a healthy weight can help any cat with joint concerns stay comfortable. If you notice changes in how your cat moves, talk to your vet.

For this moment, all that matters is a soft couch, a warm cat, and a pile of fluff. It is hard to imagine a cozier way to spend an afternoon indoors.

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