A Scottish Fold Huntsman Wears Green Velvet in a Pink Palace
The huntsman's tiny folded ears give him a permanently thoughtful look. A grey Scottish Fold with round amber eyes and a round, serious face sits very straight, wearing a green velvet coat decorated with gold embroidery and a gold shoulder epaulette. A small lace cravat peeks out at his throat, and behind him pale pink drapery and golden scrollwork shimmer against flower-patterned wallpaper.
The green coat stands out boldly against all that pastel, and his grey face looks perfectly smooth by comparison. He is a gentleman of the forest who has stepped into a ballroom, and he is not quite sure what to do with his paws, so he has simply folded his dignity around himself like a cape and waited for the painter to finish.
Scottish Folds are famous for their ears, which fold forward and down because of a natural gene mutation. The same gene can affect cartilage elsewhere in the body, so they can be prone to joint problems, which is why a vet's advice and a responsible breeder matter. They are usually sweet, calm, adaptable cats who enjoy being near their people and playing quietly. Provide soft bedding, easy steps to favorite perches and regular checkups, and keep their weight in a healthy range to ease stress on joints.
Whatever the huntsman is hunting, he is probably taking his time. A noble cat never rushes a good nap.
