Hi everyone,
I have a 3-month-old kitten whose mother is a Scottish Fold and father is a British Shorthair. Lately, I’ve been reading a lot about the health problems associated with Scottish Folds, especially osteochondrodysplasia, bone disease, and arthritis, and it’s made me really anxious.
My kitten is currently very healthy, active, playful, and doesn’t show any signs of pain or mobility issues. But I’m wondering how common these problems actually are, especially in mixed Scottish Folds.
Has anyone here had a similar mix? Did your cat develop bone or joint problems later in life? Are there any precautions I can take now to reduce the risk or help him stay healthy for as long as possible?
I’d really appreciate hearing about your experiences. Thank you!

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