Integrity and Honesty
are extremely important to us! We strive at all times to meet these "Ten Commandments" as laid out in the TICA publication
"Determining the Reputability of a Breeder"
The Ten Commandments of the Reputable Breeder
1. The Reputable Breeder places cats/kittens by contract
2. The Reputable Breeder places cats/kittens with a health guarantee
3. The Reputable Breeder insists and contracts the return of a cat/kitten should the purchaser be unable to keep the cat/kitten.
4. The Reputable Breeder carefully interviews prospective owners and has specific requirements to be met, i.e,; not allowed to roam outdoors, etc.
5. The Reputable Breeder is willing and able to educate the novice. He/she happily answers questions regarding the breed and his/her breeding program.
6. The Reputable Breeder insists on being informed of health, genetic, or behavioral problems the cat/kitten may develop.
7. The Reputable Breeder does not have more cats/kittens than he/she is able to keep clean, healthy and socialized.
8. The Reputable Breeder spends individual time with each of his/her cats/kittens.
9. The Reputable Breeder is concerned with the temperment as well as the health of his/her cats/kittens.
10. The Reputable Breeder makes him/herself available for advice and help to other breeders, and throughout the life of the kittens he/she has placed.