Some cats have done their job and contributed greatly to our programs and it’s just time for them to retire. Whatever the reason, these cats have become a part of our family. They have been with us, in som e cases, for years; we watched them grow up, assisted them with birthing kittens, medicated them, groomed them, slept next to them and loved them. We know their likes, dislikes and special quirks. The idea of rehoming these cats can be intimidating or simply heartbreaking.
Kittens are generally easy to place with new families. Most people want a baby—they like to see kittens grow up, form relationships and bond with family members. We take cute videos and cute pictures, and if we are lucky, there are a number of people who cannot wait to bring one of our kittens home. Our babies are curious, playful and confident and most seem to walk right in to their new homes and take over immediately! But what about the older cats we have? Rehoming them may seem like an impossible task emotionally and physically, particularly for new breeders.
Why Rehome an Adult Cat?
• It prevents overcrowding
• Not all cats like other cats
• They are not contributing to the goals of your breeding program
• Illness or stress
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Checklist For What to Look For in Your Club's Next Show Venue
Show Manager To Ring One, Please
Tonkinese
When You're Well and Truly Tonked
AVOIDING The Kitten Fear Period
Young kittens seem fearless.4 As soon as those eyes open and they can get their legs under them, they are off to see the world if their mama and humans let them.
No Milk For You!
Milk Issues and Kittens
Fostering Kittens
When asked if I would be interested in fostering a queen and her eight newborn kittens, I volunteered without question.
Do You present ? Polish! OR DO YOU
IT’S ALL IN THE DETAILS!
No Kitten! Cats Are Part of the Military!
Felines have graced the decks of boats and ships back nearly to the beginning of time, roaming freely on passenger ships, war vessels, and merchant schooners, keeping vermin at bay.
Feline Summer Movie Fun!
School is almost OUT! Huzzah! But raindrops are plunking against the window, the amusement and water parks haven’t opened yet, camping is out, and roasted hot dogs and S’mores are another month away.
Kittens Are Special...
...and so are some of the show rules for them:
Genetic Pleiotropy and the Risks in Breeding Recessive Mutations
Nearly everyone loves what’s rare and unique. A slight defect in the minting process of a coin can create a demand and a value well beyond the face value of the coin. The coin is functionally no different than its perfectly minted counterpart, but its scarcity and uniqueness alone make it more desirable than the rest.
