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Now vets say not to buy designer CATS: Number of Persians, Ragdolls, and Maine Coons coming into UK rescue centres has soared by up to 300% since 2018 as owners struggle to care for their pets, RSPCA warns

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Now vets say not to buy designer CATS: Number of Persians, Ragdolls, and Maine Coons coming into UK rescue centres has soared by up to 300% since 2018 as owners struggle to care for their pets, RSPCA warns
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When it comes to designer pets, dog breeds such as Labradoodles, Puggles or Cockapoos might spring to mind.

But several designer cats have also grown in popularity in recent years, including Persians, Scottish Folds and Maine Coons.

Their cartoonish features may look cute, but they also put many of these breeds at higher risk for health problems, according to the RSCPA.

Now, the charity has revealed how the number of designer cats coming into rescue centres has soared by up to 300 per cent since 2018, as owners struggle to care for their pets.

‘We know owners want their pets to be happy and healthy, and people may not realise that cats bred with exaggerated features can struggle with extremely serious health problems,' said Alice Potter, cat welfare expert at the RSPCA.

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Several designer cats have also grown in popularity in recent years, including Persians, Scottish Folds and Maine Coons (pictured)

Popular flat-faced cat breeds include Persians, British Shorthairs, Himalayan cats, Exotic Shorthairs and Birmans. Kate Beckinsale is pictured with her Persian cat, Clive, who sadly died earlier this year

Popular flat-faced cat breeds include Persians, British Shorthairs, Himalayan cats, Exotic Shorthairs and Birmans. Kate Beckinsale is pictured with her Persian cat, Clive, who sadly died earlier this year

Figures released by the RSPCA show that more designer and purebred cats are being rescued now than ever before.

The most common pedigree cat in RSPCA care is the Persian cat, with the charity seeing a 92 per cent increase since 2018.

This is followed by Ragdolls (61 per cent increase), Bengals (22 per cent increase), and Maine Coons, which have seen a whopping 300 per cent increase over the last six years.

‘Over the last few years we have seen an increase in certain cat breeds coming into our care as a result of “designer” breeds becoming more popular with owners,' Ms Potter said.

‘Sadly, many of these cat breeds have exaggerated physical features, some of which have become so extreme that they can cause pain and suffering.

‘Some can make cats prone to particular disorders, and some prevent them from behaving normally.

‘Persian cats are bred to have “flat-faces” which often causes them to have brachycephaly which means they struggle to breathe, sleep and even give birth.'

The new figures come as Matthew Vaughn's new movie, Argylle, hits cinemas, starring a Scottish Fold cat called Chip.

The most common pedigree cat in RSPCA care is the Persian cat, with the charity seeing a 92 per cent increase since 2018

The most common pedigree cat in RSPCA care is the Persian cat, with the charity seeing a 92 per cent increase since 2018

Figures released by the RSPCA show that more designer and purebred cats are being rescued now than ever before. Pictured: Taylor Swift with her Ragdoll cat, Benjamin

Figures released by the RSPCA show that more designer and purebred cats are being rescued now than ever before. Pictured: Taylor Swift with her Ragdoll cat, Benjamin

Claudia Schiffer, Vaughn's wife and Chip's owner, even hit the red carpet with Chip in-tow, sparking concerns from animal welfare charities. 

‘Scottish Fold cats, as featured in the new film Argylle, have a genetic disorder that causes them severe and painful lameness,' Ms Potter explained.

‘This is because the cartilage abnormality responsible for their distinctive folded ears also affects joints meaning they can develop painful arthritis, even from a young age.

‘Although we have only had seven Scottish Fold cats come into our care since 2018, we fear that this film may glamourise these cats and could be the latest breed to experience a boom in their popularity, without people realising the sometimes severe issues these cats can face.'

The number of Bengals brought into RSCPA rescue centres has increased by 22 per cent since 2018

The number of Bengals brought into RSCPA rescue centres has increased by 22 per cent since 2018

'Over the last few years we have seen an increase in certain cat breeds coming into our care as a result of 'designer' breeds becoming more popular with owners,' Ms Potter said. Pictured: a ragdoll cat

‘Over the last few years we have seen an increase in certain cat breeds coming into our care as a result of ‘designer' breeds becoming more popular with owners,' Ms Potter said. Pictured: a ragdoll cat

While the Scottish Government already has guidance in place for breeders of designer cats, the RSPCA is calling for similar guidance to be issued in England and Wales.

Ms Potter added: ‘We strongly believe that all those who breed cats should prioritise health, welfare and temperament over appearance when choosing which animals to breed, in order to protect the welfare of both the parents and offspring.

‘We would like to see breeders doing more to ensure they are producing kittens who are happy and healthy.

‘We encourage anyone wanting to add a cat to their family to visit one of our centres and rescue a cat in need of a loving home instead.'

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Cats are often branded aloof and solitary creatures who spend their days plotting their human owner's demise, but such characterisations could not be further from the truth.

In fact, our feline friends constantly communicate their feelings of affection to us, whether it be through their whiskers, tail, face or body language.

In her eye-opening new book Kitty Language: An Illustrated Guide to Understanding Your Cat, author Lili Chin – with the help of animal behaviourists – explains how to interpret your pet's movements.

Below are some of the most common behaviours and what they could signal.

Our feline friends constantly communicate their feelings of affection to us, whether it be through their whiskers, tail, face or body language

Our feline friends constantly communicate their feelings of affection to us, whether it be through their whiskers, tail, face or body language



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