I run a small home cattery located just 15 minutes from Atlanta, Georgia in the city of Powder Springs. My coons have the freedom to run, roam and play unhindered. Kittens, once litter trained, are also given access to a safe space to roam and run. My goal is to produce happy, healthy kittens with excellent temperaments; exposing them to change, noise, and keeping them underfoot helps to foster just that.
What licenses and/certifications do you have?
My Cattery is a registered business in the state of Georgia, licensed by the county, by the Department of Agriculture, and a certified breeder with The Cat Fancier Association (CFA).
What is the cost of a kitten?
Prices vary based on gender/color/parentage and range between $2000-$2500.
At what age can I take my kitten home?
Your kitten will go home at 10 to 12 weeks of age.
Are your litters registered?
Yes, my cattery and breeders are CFA registered.
Will my kitten be vaccinated prior to pick up?
All of our kittens will receive their vaccines and be up to date prior to your scheduled pick up.
Do you ship your kittens?
We do not ship but we do offer delivery within the Continental United States. Delivery cost varies and is dependant on location and method of delivery. Please inquire via email for more information.
Tell me about your Health Guarantee.
Kittens purchased from my Cattery are guaranteed against hereditary defects up until one year of age. If a kitten becomes deceased within this period from a hereditary defect it will be replaced by one of equal value or buyer will be put at the top of the reservation list for the next available litter. This guarantee is only valid if kitten was seen by the purchaser’s veterinarian within 48 hours of bringing them home, kitten was vaccinated on schedule and received regular veterinary care. Information on how to submit a Health Guarantee claim is found within our contract.
May I review your contract prior to making a commitment?
Yes, the contract can be found here.
Do Maine Coons do well with other pets and children?
Yes! Maine Coons are known for their gentle demeanor. They are very tolerant and friendly with easy going dispositions. All of our kittens are raised around our two young boys and all the chaos that includes.
How do I introduce my new kitten to our pets?
It is so important to gradually introduce your new kitten to your other pets. You want your new kitten to be feel safe and not scared. First, prepare a room for your new kitten with his/her litter box (each cat needs their own), food, water, and toys. This will be their safe place and a place for you and your family to get to know your kitten before introducing other family pets. Next, you will want to let them get use to each other’s scent. You can do this by leaving your new kittens travel crate where your other pets can smell and investigate it. If you have a blanket or soft toy that smells like your other pets you could put that in the new kittens room to allow him/her to pick up the other pet’s scent. Finally, a day will come (maybe a few days or weeks after the new kitten’s arrival) when you feel they are all ready to meet. I suggest placing your kitten in their carrier and allowing the animals to smell each other this way as this prevents direct contact. After a few minutes, place the kitten back in his/her safe room and give lots of praise to your other pets. Sit, spend some time with them, give them a treat and maybe a tummy rub :) After a bit, do it again. Once you feel they are ready to meet without the carrier, give it a go. Each introduction will be different and it may be easy and they may be best friends right away. But if it takes long, that is ok too! Just be patient and give lots of praise. A YouTuber named Jackson Galaxy also has excellent videos on introduction which can be found here. We are also here for you if you ever need support!
Will spaying/neutering prevent my kitten from growing to their full potential?
No, they may even grow to weigh more than a kitten from the same litter left unaltered. A yearlong study was conducted at the University of Florida in 1991 and can be found here. I make every attempt to spay/neuter all kittens prior to being placed in their forever home.
Do you offer breeding rights?
I offer breeding rights to pre-approved established Catteries. Please inquire directly for information on breeding rights. I make every attempt to spay/neuter all kittens prior to going to their forever home.
My veterinarian says my kitten has a heart murmur, what do I need to know?
First, it's important to listen carefully to your veterinarian's recommendations. There are 2 types of heart murmurs: physiological and pathological ones. Physiological murmurs are not dangerous and are not a sign of heart disease. These murmurs will normally disappear before the age of one year. A very large number of kittens have murmurs but their daily routine is not affected. Your veterinarian will monitor the progress of this murmur during future appointments for exams and vaccines. If the murmur evolves and increases in the months to come, your veterinarian will most likely refer you to a cardiologist to make sure that this is not a pathological murmur. The cardiologist will usually do the exams after one year of age. And yes, an adult cat can also have a physiological murmur and live a very long life without any worries.
A veterinarian might hear an abnormal sound during the auscultation. These abnormal sounds are amplified by the stress of visiting the vet, the transportation, and changing the kitten's environment or routine. So you can usually sleep tight while making sure your little one goes yearly to the veterinairan for its annual exam. Your veterinarian will be following the evolution and will eventually make recommendations on the next steps if required.
What does it mean that cats are obligate carnivores?
It means that they require meat in their diet and need little carbohydrates. A raw diet is what is best for your cat.