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Homing a
kitten (Important notes)...
A kitten enquiry
or a pre booking on the waiting list does not constitute
part of a contract. Kittens are considered reserved once
a deposit is taken. We honour the agreement unless it is
found to be an unsuitable placing for the kitten/cat due
to false information being given. Should for reasons
beyond my control not allow me to let the kitten go to
their new home then the deposit is returned in full. I
do not let my kittens go to homes that keep pit bull
terriers.
Sometimes when a kitten is offered on site without a
prior reservation a lot of people do enquire at the same
time. We are very fair in this and do offer a first come
basis. We will not accept a higher offer from another
enquirer if a reservation is made.
To protect our kittens from exploitation (i.e. the Fur trade/cat dealers) our kittens come with an agreement to have them spayed/ neutered by 7
months (*Unless sold for breeding).
kittens sold for breeding are offered on the proviso that should the breeder that has purchased the kitten cease to need the kitten/cat in their breeding program that the cat is neutered and kept as a pet or a suitable pet home is found after spaying.
Males are rarely offered for stud unless I consider they could benefit the
breed. They are not offered to homes as a public stud but for the buyers own personal use in their own breeding program and are not to be passed on for breeding once redundant. People buying studs should give a lot of thought to this. Males do not always cease to spray once they have been a working boy. I do not offer a stud that will spend it's life shut in a run at the bottom of the garden without human companionship.
Our kittens and cats live in the home and are not allowed to free roam
therefore are totally used to an indoor only existence.
General
Information...
Male or
female?... That is the question...Some say boys, some say girls. I find that in a neutered pet their is very little difference.. the personality criteria usually is a genetic
aberration and depends upon the parents. All cats love their creature comforts.
Spraying...Both males and females can spray (If left
un-neutered) - this is one reason for having your pet kitten neutered between 6-7 months. However, not all males spray if left
un-neutered. In the interest of hygiene its best not to
test the theory.
When collecting the kitten please bring a pet carrier with a blanket
inside (People do forget the blanket sometimes).
When you arrive home please read the arrival sheet before letting the kitten out of the carrier.
I am now feeding the kittens Royal Cannin dried -
and
occasional cooked chicken.
I use a proprietary brand wormer from pet shops, supermarkets or your
local vet (Worm every 3 months).
Taking
pills..Did
you know that cats do not mind taking a pill disguised
in whole shrimp.
I 'Frontline' (de-flea) the cats once a month (Also
obtainable from the vet)
I use 'Defurrum' for the prevention of Furballs
(Available from most pet shops).
Grooming...Distilled Witch Hazel mixed with plenty of warm water. Soak a pad of cotton wool and wash eyes or
'Optrex Fresh Eyes'. (Available from most chemists)
Bathing kittens (when necessary)...
Wash face first with own flannel or cotton wool. Then
shampoo.. choose one from your pet shop or use baby shampoo
wash & rinse thoroughly (Just like you wash your own
hair) Once complete, dry (at a distance) with a hair dryer
(if the kitten will tolerate) - if not blot with
towel....comb through straight away and allow to dry in a warm
room. Once the fur is dry comb again against the grain to fluff the coat. Don't forget the
ears! I stand them in a bowl placed in the bath I mix the shampoo with warm water first so it lathers easier
and I either rinse with warm water and a jug or shower
away. NOTE: Do not let the water go in the mouth as it can cause Pneumonia in kittens and cats as they do not have a coughing mechanism like us.
Grooming combs are available from your pet shop. I use the wide tooth comb and a flea comb.
Nail safe clippers can be bought over the counter just cut the tips until you are used to it
(Be careful not to cut to the quick). To little is much better than too much..
Whether you have the kitten sleep on the bed or not is a question of choice
- As long as they have a nice cozy place of their own. But establish
the sleeping area from the off.
A scratching post is a must and the kitten will soon get used to using one. It does not have to be a large activity centre. A large piece of wood covered in
Sisal will do - and they are cheaper to buy.
Always
have a littler tray on hand (Keep it in the same place
so that the kitten gets used to using it in one area. If using a flap top pan
tray ( with a hood) sellotape the flap back until the kitten
gets used to the door. Good litters are Catsan
(lightweight white) & Asda Lightweight (Tiger brand
- good stuff has the benefit of clumping and gravel for
digging also and is nice and white & will not stain
pale coats).
At the present moment in time I am using the lightweight litter
'Sophisticat' or 'Thomas'.
Catnip toys are good. Balls always seem to go missing! Tickling sticks are good but, be careful of the activity sticks with elastic
(As they play with it alone and can get it caught around the
neck). A nice sized clean cardboard box makes a lovely play area for a kitten
- they can climb in and out and over.
Time spent playing with the kitten is rewarding, good fun and bond building.
However, discern the difference between your time and the kittens
(Then your kitten will become loving and friendly but not overbearingly
demanding).
Please remember that a kitten will be upset when leaving
their old home and will possibly cry to start with
(Particularly when alone at night)... They have been used to living amongst other cats and kittens and will feel very estranged
- but they do settle within a day or two.
Kittens sold as pet will need neutering by 7 months (Pedigree papers with neutering certificate
will be supplied for kittens sold as pets only). You
will also recieve a receipt/ contract (to say that you agree to keep hold of the kitten and not sell them
on and that you will have them spayed at the allotted
time).
This paperwork has all my home details for your reference
and will be signed by me (This way you know that you know all is as should
be - and protects you, and the kitten, from the fur
trade). 6 weeks Petplan insurance comes free.
To help - you will be supplied with an advice sheet on settling in the kitten.
Kittens that will have contact with the outside world... I do recommend having a
Leukemia vaccination done at the time of neutering and Microchipping is recommended for identification purposes.
When the kitten leaves...He /she will have a vaccination card with the standard vaccination against colds/flu and enteritis and will have been
thoroughly health checked usually by 2 independent vets.
They will also have been wormed (with Panacur) and
sprayed against fleas (With Frontline).
If you travel (and plan take your kitten/cat with you) did you know that you can buy a microwave hot water
bottle?
I hope this covers most of the points that may be of concern to you.
Best Wishes Penny
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