Elegy Scottish Folds

03/09/2026

Orange fur in cats is linked to a gene carried on the X chromosome. Male cats have only one X chromosome, so if they inherit the orange gene, they will usually be entirely orange. Female cats have two X chromosomes, meaning they can carry both orange and black genes at the same time. This combination creates mixed coat patterns like tortoiseshell or calico, where patches of orange and black appear together. Because of this genetic difference, most orange cats are male, while most tortoiseshell and calico cats are female.

11/27/2025

08/20/2025

Did you know you can estimate a kitten’s age just by looking at their teeth?

Baby teeth appear by 2–3 weeks, start falling out around 14–16 weeks, and are fully replaced by adult teeth by about 6 months.

We use this in Shelter Medicine to help determine if kittens are old enough for certain vaccines and now you can use this chart to impress your friends with your kitten-age guessing skills!

American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) SAVMA Feline Veterinary Medical Association Humane Society for Greater Lafayette Almost Home Humane Society Purdue University

10/07/2024

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08/11/2024

National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day reminds us that cats require just as much care as we do! Ongoing regular checkups keep your cat happy and healthy. Learn ways you can help from trusted leaders in feline care. Visit here often for updates, and make sure you sign up

07/24/2024