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cat Breeders Information -

It’s hard to ignore the statistics. Today, cats are the number one pet in the nation.
If you're in search of a reliable breeder, you should know a few facts before selecting a breeder.

Assuming, now you have narrowed your choice of breeds down to a just few. It’s time to find a trustworthy cat breeder.

Selecting a responsible breeder can be accomplished in a few ways. Find and contact a Breeder listed on our website, get an idea of what is available and what you might expect to pay for the kitten, health papers, kennel and shipping if you cannot travel to pick up your kitten. Ask the breeder for their veterinarian's name and phone number.

A responsible breeder will be happy to give you his/her veterinarians name and phone number. Call and ask about living conditions and cleanliness of the cattery, in addition to any health factors he feels you should know about.

Cat breeders who are not actively promoting their breed by exhibiting their cats, are commonly classified in the cat world as back yard breeders and possible pet mills.

Pick a breeder that you feel comfortable talking with. Be prepared to spend some time with the breeder and do not be surprised if the breeder interviews you. Remember, a responsible breeder has given their love and many hours of work to each little kitten; therefore, they want to be assured that their kittens are going into loving homes, with responsible owners.

Insist on a written bill of sale, health records listing any special dietary needs, allergies and/or medical conditions and health guaranteed in writing.
Keep in mind that purchasing a cat/kitten from a reputable breeder does not mean the feline is automatically going to cost more. Actually, it is often a lot cheaper.

cat Breeds -

A cat is considered to be of a certain cat breed if it is true breeding for the traits that define that breed. Only three percent of owned cats belong to a cat breed, and an even smaller percentage of those are suitable as show cats. A registration certificate proves that a cat belongs to a cat breed by showing the cat's pedigree back to at least four generations.