The biggest feature of the folded-eared cat is a pair of folded ears. The folded ears droop forward and clasp the head tightly. Fans who are trying to raise a folded-eared cat for the first time should first check whether the cat has a pair of ears that are folded but not erect. So how to choose a folded-eared cat? What should you pay attention to when buying a healthy folded-eared cat? Let’s learn the relevant knowledge about choosing a folded-eared cat with the editor!

How to choose a folded-eared cat?

1. Look at the body shape: whether the cat is plump, whether the tail, limbs and back are deformed, whether the tail is flexible and whether the limbs are too short. Check whether the lower abdomen is thin or abnormally swollen.

2. Head: round and strong chin and jaw. The shape of the muzzle where the beard roots grow is round. The head is closely connected to the thick neck. The male cat has protruding cheeks and an obviously protruding but broad lower jaw.

3. Eyes: Big eyes with a sweet expression. The eyes are large and round, set on either side of a broad nose. The color of the eyes matches the color of the coat.

4. Nose: The nose is short and has a gentle curve. Slight interruptions are allowed, but significant dents are a drawback.

5. Ears: The folded ears droop forward, the tops of the ears are round, and they are close to the head. Small and smaller ears that sit close to the head are better than floppy and large ears.

6. Body: Medium, round, in the same straight line from shoulders to waist. The cat must stand firmly and not lack movement due to short and stubby legs. The paws must be neat and rounded. There are 5 fingers on the front paws and 4 fingers on the back paws. The bones are medium-sized from head to tail and free of defects. Female cats may be smaller.

7. Tail: The tail is of medium length, but must be proportionate to the body. The tip of the tail is thin and bendable. Tails that are long and tapered are better.

8. Coat: The hair of short-haired cat with folded ears is dense, thick and smooth; the hair of long-haired cat with folded ears is long, short or medium short. The texture is soft. Energetic. It stands upright because it is dense, not flat or lying horizontally against the body. Coat texture may vary depending on color or region/season.

9. Test vitality: whether the cat’s character is lively and healthy. The coat is bright and soft, and it responds quickly to sounds. It is easy to arouse the desire to play when the owner teases it, and it has a strong appetite when it smells food.

10. Injection situation: Ask clearly about the vaccination situation, and carefully check the health of the kitten. Check the pet's relevant information to confirm that it has received the five-in-one vaccine.

11. Test reaction: Pets respond immediately when their name is called and are enthusiastic about people. If conditions permit, it is best to go to the relevant hospital for a physical examination before buying a pet.