What should I look for when buying a purebred cat?
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What should I look for when buying a purebred cat?
Choosing a Purebred Kitten – What To Look For
- Visit cat shows.
- Choose a registered breeder.
- Ask if the cat or kitten comes with a health guarantee.
- Keep a check on emotions.
- Research the breed ahead of time.
- Search the Internet for the cat breeder and prefix.
- Look for signs of good health, and signs of a sick cat.
What should a cat breeder give you?
A good breeder will always provide you the paperwork for your dog or cat, which must include not only breed registration papers but also paperwork from a veterinarian demonstrating that the animal has had an examination as well as all the appropriate vaccinations and dewormings.
What should I ask when buying a cat?
You could consider questions such as:
- can you see the kitten with its mother?
- is the mother healthy and friendly?
- are there any other cats and kittens in the home?
- what is the kitten’s environment like? Is it clean?
- does the kitten look healthy?
- is the kitten friendly or was it nervous or fearful?
Do purebred cats come with papers?
All sorts of paperwork accompanies a responsibly bred purebred cat, but what most people mean when most people say a cat “has papers” they mean registration papers issued by a cat registry. Some people also mean that the cat has a pedigree, which is simply a family tree showing the cat’s ancestors.
Why are purebred cats bad?
Health: most seriously, purebred cats suffer more from genetic diseases due to the inbreeding which has led to their creation. Not only does your individual cat have greater chances of acquiring disease, if we allow them to breed they will pass on these genetic problems to future generations.
Is it bad to get cats from breeders?
Yes. Breeders (reputable breeders) keep the pure lines alive. And some people like the purebred animals, and want a pedigree, perhaps to show the animal. There’s nothing wrong with that.
How do I know if my cat breeder is good?
Ways to find a good cat breeder
- Visit the breeder at home. You may find a breeder at a cat show for example.
- Check the overall health of the kitten .
- Gauge the breeder’s passion .
- Avoid the breeder if he’s insisting too much .
- Visit several breeders .
How do I make sure my cat breeder is legit?
How to Find a Reputable Cat Breeder
- Registered with a cat association.
- Willing to let you visit the cattery and meet the parents and kittens.
- Ask you a lot of questions.
- Answer your questions.
- Screen their cats for inherited diseases.
- Guarantee the health of their kittens.
How do I choose a cat breeder?
The best thing is to ask the breeders if their cats are good with children. The breeder will know which kittens are better with children or dogs. Breeders also can tell you if a cat would prefer to be an only cat. They know the personalities of their cats and kittens.
Do you need a certificate to breed cats?
4 Where cats are bred on a commercial basis the concerns about welfare and the conditions in which the cat and kittens are bred are the same as those which underpin the regulation of dog breeding. Unlike dogs, no licence is required to breed and sell cats.
Is it worth it to get a purebred cat?
If you want your cat to have particular, anticipated qualities, opt for a purebred cat. It is easier to predict the coat, color, pattern, and personality of certain breeds. If you are more flexible and are willing to watch your cat’s personality develop, consider getting a mixed breed whose traits are not predictable.
Is it worth buying a pedigree cat?
There is a huge variety of breeds to choose from and each one has its own distinct look and personality traits. If you know what you want your cat to look like and have an idea of the ideal personality you would like, then you can narrow down your search to a handful of breeds.