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Claw Clipping: I begin clipping my kittens'
claws around 4 weeks of age. Keeping your kitten/cat's claws clipped is of major
importance in maintaining a well-behaved pet, so make sure you do this every 2
to 3 weeks.
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Scratching Post Training: I begin
scratching post training as soon as my kittens begin to walk! A kitten that has
been exposed to a variety of scratching materials at a young age will generally
not have a problem destroying furniture and carpeting. I provide sisal rope
scratching posts, cardboard scratching boxes, and natural wood scratching posts
for them to polish up their skills on before going to their new homes!
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Shipping: I like
to meet my buyers face-to-face. I will not ship a cat or kitten under any
circumstances.
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Outdoor Cats: Not if you're buying one of mine!
Contrary to what many people believe, cats do not need to go outside. Once they
get a taste of the great outdoors, regardless of whether they're on a leash or
outdoor cage, they become quite adept at slipping out the door. Despite the
intelligence level of Siamese and Orientals, they're incredibly lacking when it
comes to outdoor instincts.
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Buyer Contract: All buyers are required to sign
a contract. The contract provides details on my health guarantees and stipulates
other requirements that must be adhered to by the buyer.
Click here for the buyer contract.
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Spay/Neuter Requirements:
Your kitten must be spayed (females) or neutered (males) by 8 months of age.
Anytime after six months is ideal (although the longer you can hold off
neutering a male, the better). If you've never heard a Siamese or Oriental
female in heat, you'll think she's about to die! Spaying and Neutering benefits
your cat's health and quality of life - and provides owners with peace of mind.
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Immunizations: All of my adults maintain
immunizations and vaccines for distemper, Rabies, and Feline Leukemia. Studs
also receive FIP immunizations. Random blood testing is conducted periodically
to insure negative status in my cattery. There is no contact with outside cats,
other than an occasional, highly selective breeding where the visitor is
required to be tested for Feline Leukemia, FIP and provide up-to-date proof of
immunizations.
Depending on the size and weight of kittens, they will receive a
series of three FVRCP immunizations at 6, 9, and 12 weeks of age, or two FVRCP
immunizations at 8 and 12 weeks of age.
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Litter Box 101 Training: Kittens
generally begin using a litter box at around 4 weeks of age. It can be a game of
hit or miss for the first couple of weeks but by the time they are adopted they
are thoroughly versed in litter box etiquette! I use an environmentally friendly
kitty litter – Feline Pine and/or Exquisite Cat Pine Pellet Litter (from
PetSmart). This is a 100% safe, pure pine pellet litter that’s flushable and can
even be used as mulch. A side advantage is it has the best odor control of ANY
product on the market!