Longevity
Life expectancy
It lives on average from 12 to 15 years, sometimes longer.
Build
A robust breed?
It is a robust cat, of solid constitution, not very prone to diseases when it comes from screened parents.
Watch points
What to watch for
The heart, kidneys and weight must be monitored, and it must be ensured that the kitten is not a carrier of the fold gene (DNA test for the Fd gene).
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy : Heart muscle disease detectable by ultrasound.
Polycystic kidney disease : Hereditary kidney disease detectable by DNA test.
Overweight : Common in this calm and greedy cat.
Climate
Cold and heat tolerance
As an indoor cat, it adapts well to house temperatures. Its dense fur protects it well from the cold.
Weight
Tendency to gain weight
Rather calm, he gains weight easily. A measured ration and daily play are essential.
Daily life
Good habits to keep it healthy
- Request the parents' PKD tests and cardiac ultrasound.
- Weigh the cat regularly.
- Promote hydration with a fountain.
Vaccination
Scottish Straight vaccines: vaccination schedule
Which vaccines for a Scottish Straight? Like all cats, the Scottish Straight receives essential vaccines from 8 weeks old: Typhus (panleukopenia) and Coryza. The kitten primary vaccination for Scottish Straight is given in several injections 4 weeks apart, followed by a first booster at 1 year, even if it lives in an apartment. Depending on its lifestyle (outdoor access, multi-cat household, shows, travel), your veterinarian may complete the protocol with vaccines against Feline leukemia (FeLV), Rabies and Chlamydiosis.
| Vaccine | Primary series | First booster | Then | Who for? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Typhus (panleukopenia)Core Feline panleukopenia (cat parvovirus) | 8 weeks · 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | All pets |
CoryzaCore Feline herpesvirus and calicivirus | 8 weeks · 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | All pets |
Feline leukemia (FeLV)Lifestyle-based Feline leukemia virus | 8 weeks · 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Outdoor cats, cats living in a group or in a cattery |
RabiesLifestyle-based Rabies | 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Mandatory for travel abroad, cat shows and most boarding kennels |
ChlamydiosisLifestyle-based Chlamydia felis (contagious conjunctivitis) | 8 weeks · 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Cats living in groups, catteries, show cats |
Adult Scottish Straight vaccine boosters are annual for cat flu and leukemia if it goes outdoors; for panleukopenia, a booster every three years is often sufficient after the first booster. Your veterinarian will adjust the schedule to your cat’s lifestyle.
Which boosters for your Scottish Straight?
Enter your companion’s age: we list the vaccines to do now and the next boosters.
Adopting well
Adopting a healthy Scottish Straight
Breeding cats should be tested for polycystic kidney disease (DNA test), undergo a cardiac ultrasound for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and be tested for the Fd gene.
This information is provided for guidance only and does not replace a veterinarian’s advice. If you have any concerns about your pet’s health, consult a professional.
