Choosing a Kitten...

A kitten, which will soon grow into an adult cat, is for life!

You may wish to see more than 1 litter before you make your choice.

NEVER GO FROM ONE BREEDER TO ANOTHER WITHOUT A WASH AND CHANGE OF CLOTHING AS YOU COULD BE THE CAUSE OF CROSS INFECTION.

Always make an appointment  with the breeder before you visit and let them know if you change your plans. Breeders should be happy to show off their kittens without compelling  you to buy.  However, don't expect a breeder to keep a kitten for you indefinitely.  You may be expected to pay a non-returnable deposit if the kitten is to be kept for any length of time after it is ready to go to a new home.

Do you need a lively type of kitten, a show-off and an extrovert ?

If so, the Oriental and Siamese are more likely to suit your needs!

Are you likely to be leaving your kitten alone for more than 2 or 3 hours a day?

In this case it could be sensible and kinder to to buy 2 for company.

YOU SHOULD NEVER GO OUT AND LEAVE A CAT OR KITTEN SHUT OUT OF THE HOUSE.

If you are elderly, you should consider that you may easily trip over a lively young kitten. Would you be better giving a home to an older and quieter cat? If so, a good place to obtain one is via Rescue and we would highly recommend The North of England Siamese Cat Rescue in Sheffield.

Finally, a kitten, whether pedigree or not, is your responsibility from the moment you acquire it, needing your care and protection for the rest of it's life. It is not something merely to feed, give attention to when you feel like it and put it outside when it suits your purpose.

A cat show is a good place to see the various breeds of cats.

Click HERE to take you to their Show Calendar and you can see if there is one near you!