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Information on bringing your new kitten home

Information and Answers to Questions

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We Are Located In Central Nebraska

 

 * All Our Kittens and Parents are CFA Registered  and FELV/FIV Tested.

*  All Our Kittens Leave "Only" after 12/14 weeks, 16 weeks if being shipped

*  All Our Kittens are Vaccinated twice before they leave, Vaccinations we use are Protex-3 Modified Live for

Rhino,Calci,Panleukopenia

*  All Our Kittens are used to being Groomed and Bathed and nails trimmed before they leave.

*  All Our Kittens are well adjusted and  used to being cuddled and held by our entire family.

*  Shipping is 275,  within the USA , This includes Airfare, Pet Carrier, Rabies Vaccination, Vet Health Certificate, and Transportation to the Airport. It is Separate than the price of the kitten. Kittens that require shipping must be paid in full 2(two) weeks before shipping. Shipping costs are responsibility of the Buyer/Adopter.

* A Non-Refundable deposit of $150 is required to hold and reserve your kitten , without a deposit we cannot hold or reserve your kitten. Deposit goes towards the price of cat/kitten to be reserved, if buyer changes their mind deposit is non-refundable.

* PET Kittens are Placed on a Strict SPAY/NEUTER Agreement( If they  are not already S/N ) , NO Papers will be given without VET Certified Proof of Alteration being provided.

* All Kittens/Cats are sold with a Contract with a genetic health guarantee for one full year

Guarantee is limited for Replacement Kitten only, proper proof from Vet Must be provided before Replacement kitten will be provided, Shipping of a replacement kitten is the responsibility of the buyer/adopter, Any vet fee associated with kitten after it leaves our home is the responsibility of the buyer/adopter.

There are no cash refunds.

 

*We Reserve the right to refuse the placement of any cat/kitten listed as available on this site at any time without explanation.

Cat/Kittens will not be declawed without the written consent of the  seller/breeder. If declawed without the written consent of the seller/breeder the contract is null and void.

* New Owners MUST Provide Clean ,Sanitary environment and living conditions for Cat/Kitten, Proper Medical Care Must be provided when and If needed.

* ALL our Cats/Kittens are STRICTLY Indoors and placed only in STRICTLY INDOOR HOMES.

* If you are close enough to drive  and visit us we do accept  and enjoy visits but please do set up a time to visit, since we are also a Family with kids and school activities ,etc

* By Contacting Us for a cat and kitten, You agree that you have read and understood our terms and conditions.

Stud Service

We are a Closed Cattery and Do Not Provide Stud Service

 

We sell Limited Breeding rights, If you are Inquiring about a Kitten with Breeding Rights, ,Please Email Us for Pricing and information ,ANY Cat/Kitten placed  MAY NOT Be RESOLD or Given away  to ANY Other  home, Shelter, Lab Facility ,.

Once a Kitten leaves for his or her new home we offer continued support .

Please Don't Forget to fill out our Kitten Application Form:-)

 

Please Note:  To Everyone on our waiting list, Please keep contact with us every so often to check back for birth announcements, If you have found a kitten ,please do take a minute and drop us a line so we may remove your name from our waiting list. Thank you:-)

 

 

Payment Options

PayPal -

 PayPal allows you to safely purchase your kitten using your credit or debit card.

When purchasing via PayPal, , Please Add 4% to The Amount being sent in.

Money Order

You may also pay Via Money order,

Sorry we do not accept personal checks.

Please remember if picking up your  Kitten to pay in cash or Prepay.

 

What we feed

 

Iams Adult

Iams Kitten

Canned Fancy Feast/Friskies/

Baby Gerber Chicken( as Treats)

Kitty Bloom Vits /

Cooked Chicken

 

 

 

 

 

As with any new addition to a family some preparation and planning needs to go into that special arrival day. This page will hopefully serve as a resource to you for both before and after your Kitten arrives.

In order to make a smooth transition we will send along a Care Package. This package will help keep your little kitten on familiar food and have some familiar smells while becoming acquainted with his new surroundings. Each care package contains the following:

Personal Blankie
Written Instructions
Immunization Record
Written Health Guarantee/Contract






KITTEN PROOFING

This is probably one of the most overlooked areas when purchasing a new kitten but one of the most important. Just like human babies kittens are babies and they love to explore and investigate not realizing the potential dangers. It is up to you to make sure her environment is safe.

Kittens love to use electrical cords and phone cords as teething rings. Wrap them in protectors, tape them down or put them up out of reach.

Make sure blind cords are kept out of reach. Kittens love batting them around but they can get tangled up and choke. Be sure to either anchor the cords or tie them up out of reach.

Keep small items like jewelry, buttons, pins, needles, coins, rubber bands, tacks, paper clips, broken balloons bobby pins and breakable items picked up. Kittens love little tidbits to chew on or tote around. If they are accessible to your kitten , she could swallow sharp objects which could be fatal. Same thing holds true with decorations, especially around holidays. Breakable Christmas tree ornaments and tinsel should be kept off limits.

Make sure to keep the garage off limits! There are too many deadly chemicals and hazards lurking in a garage. Anti-freeze has a sweet taste to a kitten or cat but is deadly. Obviously vehicles are another reason to keep your kittenout of the garage.

Kitchens and bathrooms also pose risks. Keep toilet lids down and tubs and sinks drained. A kitten can easily drown in these places. Cabinets are a fun place for a kitten to explore but they usually contain cleaners and detergents that would be harmful to your kitten . Make sure to keep such items out of reach or get child safety latches to keep her out of those areas.

Keep appliance doors like washer, dryers and dishwashers closed. Always check before starting appliances to make sure your kitten  didn't climb inside while you weren't looking, especially the dryer! Kittens love to snuggle up in warm places.

Traps and poisons left out can also be fatal to a kitten. Make sure to place any such items where your kitten cannot find them. Certain plants are also dangerous to be safe put plants up or in rooms where your kitten doesn't have access.

One of the best ways to keep your kitten safe is to have a "safe-place". This is a room where you can place your kitten when you first get her home. This is also the place where your kitten stays while you are not home and while you cannot keep an eye on her, like when you are away from home or at night. Stock this room with food, fresh water, litter box, plenty of toys, scratching post and a comfy bed. This will ago give your kitten a chance to get used to her new environment.


KITTEN LAYETTE

A bed is a great way to give your kitten a safe place to relax. Look for a bed that is warm, lightweight and comfortable but that has a washable cover. Keep away from wicker or rattan as they can be difficult to keep clean and could break apart and become a choke hazard. Keep in mind you may have picked a perfect bed, but your kitten may pick her own, like your pillow!

A cat carrier is essential for safe trips to the vet or travel. It needs to be large enough for your kitten to stand up in and turn around comfortably. Make sure you allow for growth. Lightweight plastic or fiberglass tend to be the best, however make sure it is well ventilated.

Food and water dishes. Stainless steel is the best choice, ceramic would be a nice second. They are easily cleaned, which should be done daily. Plastic is known to cause chin acne in cats. Cats do not like to soil their whiskers so keep that in mind while you are looking. Make sure and place your kittens food and water bowls a good distance away from the litter box.

A high quality food is essential for maintaining good health. Don't try saving a few pennies on cheap inexpensive cat food. You will not save anything in the long run. A high quality diet means less shedding, less waste, and less health problems. We use Iams Adult / Iams Kitten . . Any change in her diet can disrupt digestion causing diarrhea and/or vomiting as can stress and change of water . We recommend a six day transition plan. Day one and two 30/70, day three and four 50/50, day five and six 70/30 and full transition on the seventh day.

A brush and comb are also necessary for this breed. Your kitten will be used to being groomed when you bring her home. Don't let daily grooming scare you. A daily once over does not take that much time and it will prevent her from matting and tangling. It also cuts down on shedding and keeps her coat healthy. Make sure to get under her legs where there tends to be a much greater potential for matting.

Your kitten will also need a litter box. We use the Tidy Cat ,  cat litter. I find this setup to be easier to maintain and it lasts longer. It is important to keep a clean litter box for you cat. Most litter box behavior problems can be traced back to dirty litter boxes. The litter boxes with the snap on lids are also nice as they keep litter from getting kicked out and it allows your kitten some privacy when using the facilities! Scoop out the litter box every day, empty and disinfect it once a week with a mild bleach solution and rinse very, very well! Maintaining a clean litter box is also vital to your kittens health.

A scratching post will prevent your furniture and curtains from becoming your kittens exercise equipment. It is natural for your cat to scratch. It tones a kitten's muscles and maintains her claws. Never hit a cat for scratching. A light spray from a water bottle will deter her from things that are off limits and take her to her scratching post. Make sure the base is wide and heavy to prevent tipping. Also, cats seem to prefer rough coverings like rope, burlap or low-pile carpet. Entice her to her post by rubbing a little catnip on it. She will quickly learn to use her new work out equipment.



Toys, toys, toys! Balls, furry mice, feathers, jingly bells. Again there are many to chose from, just make sure that you check each for safety and durability. Many great toys are right in your own home. Kittens love ping pong balls, a plastic hair curler, anything that can be batted around and make noise. Blow bubbles and watch her try to catch them. Cut holes in cardboard boxes, great for a game of hide and seek. An empty prescription bottle with dry cat food placed inside, oatmeal boxes, wads of foil. It never fails the ultimate fun toy for every kitten has always been the plastic ring from the milk gallon jug, go figure! They love paper sacks to hid in, just make sure to never give your Gem a plastic bag, they could easily suffocate.


INTRODUCING YOUR KITTEN

Coming into a new environment can be a traumatic experience for a kitten. Make sure her first day or two are quiet and without visitors. Keep her in her "safe-room" as discussed above and be with her as much as possible. This will allow your kitten to become familiar with her new environment and also allow you to observe her eating, drinking and elimination habits. And you won't have to panic if you can't find her! Feed her lightly the first day as she may be too nervous or too busy exploring. After she eats, place her in her litter box. Praise her when she is done taking care of business.

Once she has settled in, carry her about the rest of her new home and put her down in each room and allow her to investigate the area before you move on. Resist the urge to take your new kitten to bed with you. She is much too small and accidents can happen! Help her settle in her safe room. Give her a stuffed animal or  and a night light.

If there are young children at home they should be taught how to care and handle a kitten. Try showing them with a stuffed animal first. Make sure to caution very young children to always sit on the floor when holding a kitten. Give clear rules and reasons for them. Never play rough or wild, no running around the kitten as it could easily get stepped on. Teach them the importance of keeping doors closed by telling them the dangers a kitten could face outside. Explain that loud music, screaming or yelling hurts the kittens ears. Make sure they know the "NO" rules. NO poking, pinching, kicking, pulling tail or ears and no hugging too hard--it hurts! Explain that kittens need rest and they are not to disturb her when she is eating or sleeping or in her safe-room. Never leave a child under the age of six alone with a kitten. Either of them could get hurt.

This does not mean that children can't share in the excitement of the new family member. Let them help groom her and feed her. Allow them supervised cuddle and play time with her. As she grows your kitten will know better how to protect herself and learn trust and the children will have learned how to follow the rules.

Although your Kitten is used to bathing, hair dryers and grooming, it is not usually on the list of a felines favorite thing to do. Avoid the trauma of a bath the first week or two unless she is in dire need of it.

If you are bringing home your Kitten into a home that has established pets, please make sure to take extra precautions. Cats and dogs are territorial, never allow established pets access to a new kitten without strict supervision. Introduce your new kitten slowly. You can place the kitten in a carrier in a room where your other pets are, like the living room. So as not to stress your new kitten only do it for short periods of time. Expect some not so thrilled reactions from the old timers, hissing, batting, growling will probably all take place. Give it time and patience. Increase the time with the carrier gradually each day. When there seems to be no aggressive behavior, you may introduce them while you are holding the kitten. Continue to work with them gradually always supervised until you are certain they are comfortable with each other. Never allow them to be alone until you are certain they have accepted each other. Pay extra attention to your old buddies during this transitional phase, they will also need reassurance during this transition.




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