Fold-eared cats have a cute and energetic appearance and a gentle personality. They like to get along with people very much. They are more dependent on their owners and like to stay with their owners quietly. Most fold-eared cats have small square faces, round eyes, and short folded ears, and are cute in appearance. Anyone who sees them will be made cute. But in fact, hidden under this cute appearance is the genetic problem of folded-eared cats. Even cats with folded ears that have erect ears are not immune and will suffer a certain degree of bone and joint damage.

1. Genetic diseases of folded-eared cats

The genetic disease of cats with folded ears is mainly manifested in hereditary bone disease, which is a disease of abnormal cartilage development, mainly manifested in the tail, ankles, knees and other parts. Once an attack occurs, it will cause lifelong pain. Cats that have already suffered from the disease will show inactivity in the early stages, and will later have mobility difficulties.

2. Symptoms of genetic diseases in folded-eared cats

1. The tail is thick and short, showing a stiff state. The cat's tail cannot bend, or even swing in severe cases.

2. The hind limbs are too short, with abnormal curvature, hyperplasia or swelling.

3. The joints of the limbs are swollen. Due to the enlargement of the joints, the toes are also deformed.

4. The hind paws are abnormally thick. After careful observation, it can be found that when the cat sits upright, the occiput of the hind paws cannot touch the ground.

5. Toenails grow abnormally, and the fleshy pads will be thicker than normal.

6. Hind limb symptoms are obvious and the patient will habitually lift his feet.

3. Maintenance of genetic diseases of folded-eared cats

This hereditary bone disease cannot be prevented or cured. It is usually discovered only when the cat becomes ill, and the condition will continue to worsen. Doctors can only use medicine to relieve the cat's pain and help it relieve pain. Cats need to endure pain and medication throughout their lives. In some severe cats, the bone disease condition can slowly spread to the spine, causing paralysis and extreme pain. It can be relieved with some special cartilage supplements or calcium tablets. If you find a folded-eared cat sitting in a weird or human-like posture, be sure to pay attention. They may have stiff hind limbs just to relieve pain.

The above is a detailed introduction to the genetic diseases of folded-eared cats shared by the editor. I hope it can help pet owners who are confused about this.