What is a polecat?
A polecat is not a cat, or a pole. It is a nocturnal European weasel.
“Because of welfare concerns, some places, including the Netherlands, restrict or ban breeding Scottish Folds.”
Reference: International Cat Care
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Where did the Scottish Fold originate?
The Scottish Fold traces back to Susie, a white barn cat with folded ears found on a farm in Perthshire, Scotland, in 1961 by shepherd William Ross.
Why are Beagles commonly used in laboratory research?
Beagles are the breed most commonly used in laboratory research because of their manageable size and gentle, easygoing temperament. This has led to many Beagle rescue and adoption efforts.