American Curl
KatzeMittelGewicht 3–5.5 kgLebenserwartung 12–16 J.
The backward-curled angel ears — the curl gene affects only ear cartilage (unlike the Scottish Fold), and the breed is healthy and long-lived. Ear care plus minor issues.
Wesen: Gentle and curious, kitten-like into adulthood, adaptable
🩺 Typische Krankheiten & Risiken
Häufig
Narrow ear canals / wax buildup
Curved canals — gentle routine cleaning
Beobachten
Ear cartilage calcification (senior)
Palpate at checkups
Beobachten
Patellar issues
Minor — joint monitoring
Beobachten
Genetic disease
Healthy breed overall
📋 Empfohlene Vorsorge & Frequenz
- #1Ear canal check (twice yearly)
- #2Weight (monthly)
- #3Annual wellness exam
🍚 Ernährung
Balanced formula is enough.
🛁 Tagespflege
Clean ears with pet-specific solution, never deep cotton swabs; semi-long coat brushed weekly.
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