Before You Bring Your Kitten/Cat Home
Before you bring a new kitten/cat into the house. You need to prepare a room for a kitten/cat. You are required to isolate your kitten/cat from other animals in a small room for 2 weeks. It is very important that your kitten/cat is given some time to settle into his/her new home before introducing it to other household animals. After your kitten/cat has become comfortable around you and your family, we recommend slowly introducing him/her to the household animals and other rooms. This time frame varies for each kitten/cat.
By the time the kitten/cat leaves our cattery, he/she will be already litterbox trained but be aware there will be a transition period in which the kitten/cat must become used to your home environment. As soon as you bring a kitten/cat into your house, put him/her in the litter box every 2 hours until he/she uses it.
We feed our kittens/cats with dry food daily and wet food every evening. We use Purina One. Please stay with the same brand for the wet and dry food we used. Purina offers a variety of kitten/cat food brands to meet your kitten/cat’s unique needs & preferences. If you will use one brand for dry food and another brand for wet food, you may expect loose stools. Diarrhea is not good for kitten’s/cats’ health.
If you do choose to feed your kitten/cat with different food, do expect a short period of loose stools while the kitten/cat’s digestive tract becomes familiar with the new food. We also feed our kittens/cats with Raw Diet. If you decided to feed your kitten/cat with Raw Diet Only, please let us know so we can transfer your kitten/cat to a raw diet.
Here's a list of things you'll need before you take your new baby home.
Below you'll find many items that you can get for your kitten/cat from Amazon, Walmart, Target, Chewy, etc.
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Get the Supplies You’ll Need for the Cat
Litter Box
Make sure the box is roomy to prevent scattering litter around the house. You'll also need to buy cat litter and a scoop or strainer to remove soiled bits.
Please use our link below for Litter Robot. With this link, you will support our cattery and receive $25 OFF.
A Litter Scoop
Litter substrate (initially start with the litter the cat is currently used to)
We use at our cattery both Wooden Pallets and Clumping.
Food and water bowls
Your kitten/cat has lots of energy, so select bowls that won't tip over too easily. Some kittens/cats are allergic to plastic, so opt for a different material like easy-to-clean stainless steel or glass. We use glass bowls at out cattery. You'll want to wash her food and water bowls daily to keep things fresh. Plenty of clean, fresh water on hand is key for a kitten/cat too. Automatic feeder is optional.
Optional Water Fountain
Kittens/cats loves fresh water and maybe it will be good idea to have a water fountain for your kitten/cat. The other benefit is that drinking fountains filter the water.
Food
We feed our kitties with Royal Canin for kittens and adults.
Your pet will love this Royal Canin Feline Breed Nutrition Maine Coon Kitten Dry Cat Food, 3-lb bag
Your pet will love this Royal Canin Maine Coon Adult Dry Cat Food, 6-lb bag
Your pet will love this Stella & Chewy's Meowfulls Chicken & Chicken Liver Recipe Grain-Free Freeze-Dried Cat Treats, 1.5-oz bag
Your pet will love this Stella & Chewy's Chick Chick Chicken Dinner Morsels Freeze-Dried Raw Cat Food, 3.5-oz bag
Also, we feed our kittens and adults with Raw Meat.
We order ours from Amazon and Chewy.com You can also buy from your local PetSmart Store. We will also provide you with one small bag of this food to start your new kitten on and you can switch later if you choose to. Also, if you decided to keep your kitten on Raw diet, please let us know upfront.
Treats
Kitten/Cat treats are a great way to reward your kitten/cat during training and can serve as a way to strengthen the bond between you and your kitten/cat. However, remember to view kitten/cat treats as a complement to your furry friend’s meals, not as a replacement. Giving your kitten/cat too many treats can interfere with her appetite, making her a picky eater when it comes to eating regular meals. Additionally, too many treats can cause your kitten/cat to become overweight or obese, which could lead to further health problems down the road.
Bed
Most kittens/cats like to have their own place to rest, but don’t be disappointed if she/he chooses to ignore her/his new bed. Kittens/Cats are very particular, so make sure the bedding is always clean. Place the bed in a quiet, draft-free corner away from the main traffic in your house. This will be your kitten’s/cat’s corner.
Scratching post
Kittens/Cats need to scratch to keep their claws sharp, exercise and stretch their muscles and mark their territory. If you fail to provide an acceptable area to scratch then your carpets, furniture and wallpaper may get damaged. Once a kitten/cat finds an attractive area to scratch, they will always return to it!
Collar, Harness, & Leash
A kitten/cat harness or leash can be a great training tool for your kitten/cat, though they're not a must. If you're already thinking along these lines, a harness is probably best, as kittens often dislike the feeling of a leash. However, make sure your kitten/cat always wears a collar made of lightweight material and an identification tag. Have her/him wear one early on, to get her used to the sensation.
Grooming tools
Grooming helps keep your kitten/cat healthy and beautiful.
Grooming is an important part of looking after kittens, but thanks to their softer, fluffier and shorter coats, it should take next to no time to do, compared to adults. If you can get your kitten used to regular grooming from a young age, it will make life much easier for both of you in the future. The good news is that most cats and kittens love the gentle attention of being groomed, and as soon as they see a brush or comb in your hand, they’ll usually come running for the fuss.
Cats with long, silky, or curly coats require daily brushing to keep their hair from becoming tangled or matted, especially around the ears, in the armpits, or along the back of the legs. Cats with short hair coats may require less frequent brushing. Nail cutting about every 2-3 week. Clean the ears only as needed, such as once every 2-3 months.
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Nail trimmers (the kind meant for cat nails. Don’t use human nail trimmers).
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Toys
A kittens/cats are naturally curious and needs toys that are safe and fun to play with. Choose toys made especially for cats—ones that cannot be splintered, torn apart or swallowed. A celluloid ball that rattles, a catnip mouse or a hard rubber mouse is perfect. To avoid accidents, some cat toys should be used only when you are playing with your kitten.
Also avoid anything with hard sharp points that can break off. Be wary of toys (or items that a kitten may see as a toy) that can break, such as Christmas tree ornaments for example. Be careful not to give her anything small enough to swallow, like buttons, beads or paper clips. Keep your kitten/cat away from children’s toys made of soft rubber, fur, wool, sponge or polyurethane. If your kitten/cat swallows even a small particle, it could cause digestive problems. Avoid all toys with squeakers that could be swallowed.
We will also provide you with small bag of toys to play!
Tall Cat Tree
Kittens/Cats love to be up high where they have a great view of everything going on in the home. Most cat trees have high perches where your kitten/cat can curl up, feel safe and get away from that horrible dog! 😉 Having the structure near a window also gives them a great nature channel to watch while home alone.
Cat Carrier Bag
Whether traveling by car or plane, you're going to need a cat carrier. The best cat carriers will keep your pet safe and make it easy to load and unload your precious cargo. Even cats who only leave the house to go to the vet still need a secure way to get there.
What to Bring When You Pick Up Your Kitten/Cat
- Cat Carrier
- Final Payment Balance in Cash (We DO NOT accept any checks)
Please get all this stuff, before you will bring your new kitten/cat home. Set up everything.
We hope this list helped prepare you to make your home a happy place for your kitten/cat.
Breeder’s Rights
Buying a Maine Coon kitten with Breeder/Show Rights places you on a separate list from the Pet Buyers. This separate list offers First Pick of particular litters. This common practice among breeders ensure you get the selection and breeder quality you are looking for in a Maine Coon cat. This option is only available to up to 33% of any litter.
We DO NOT sell our male kittens for future stud service. ONLY for Breeding Program.
The most important things you need to understand!
- Overtime Job 24/7 (NO SICK DAYS)
- No Vacations
- Ready to spend lots of money at the VET or ER
- Lots of Patients
The cost to buy Maine Coon breeder rights is currently $4500 and upfront deposit of $1,000.00 Royal Maine Coon Cattery sells kittens with breeder's rights under certain conditions. Finding the right home for a Maine Coon kitten with breeding rights is our priority. Understanding your goals and what are your expectations of breeding are along with what kind of lifestyle and environment you plan to provide will help us determine if there is a fit. When you purchase breeding rights from the Royal Maine Coon Cattery you will receive certified paperwork that will allow you to register your new Maine Coon kitten with The International Cat Association (TICA). Once registered with TICA, you will have breeding rights which will allow you to sell your kittens as TICA registered and showing rights which will give you the ability to compete at TICA sanctioned events.
All of our breeding Maine Coon have been heavily vetted and genetically tested to ensure super health. Our Maine Coons have tested for Erythrocyte Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PK Deficiency), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Feline Immunodeficiency Virus(FIV), Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV).
We guarantee that all kittens sold with breeding rights have the ability to breed. If it is found that your purchased Maine Coon is sterile, (with veterinary proof of sterility), you will be placed at the top of the list to receive a replacement Maine Coon kitten of equal value.
Please look at our Breeding Contract
If you are interested in adopting a kitten from us, please fill out our Application Online or as PDF File.
Thank you! We will get back to you within 1-2 business days.
We do not share your information with anyone, and we do not put you on an email list.
Don’t forget to Place a Deposit for $1,000 before you will fill out the Application.
Kittens Buying Process
Kitten pricing is based on how much it conforms to the breed standards. Or kittens price ranges from $2,700 - $4,500.
Kittens are priced individually.
Rarely we have kittens that are not sold before the age of 3 months old, when this happens it is possible the price may be reduced.
Price Included:
- Sale Contract
- TICA Registration Certificate
- Rabies Shot
- FVRCP + EeLV Shot
- Deworming (Revolution, Drontal, Pyrantel)
- Spay/Neutered
- Shoulder Bag with Logo
- Small Bag of Food (Royal Canin Kitten)
- Coupon from Royal Canin Food
- Toys
- Care Instruction
- A two years signed genetic health guarantee from Royal Maine Coon Cattery.
- Lifetime support for your Maine Coon 24/7
Buying a Maine Coon kitten with Breeder/Show Rights places you on a separate list from the Pet Buyers. This separate list offers First Pick of particular litters. This common practice among breeders ensure you get the selection and breeder quality you are looking for in a Maine Coon cat. This option is only available to up to 33% of any litter.
The cost to buy Maine Coon breeder rights is currently $5,500 up with an upfront deposit of 50%. Documents for each kitten: - Health certificate and slip from TICA with breeding of rights.
The kittens sold as Pet, without Breeding Rights, will be neutered. These kittens will have the TICA Registration Number with specifications: "not for breeding".
The kittens sold as a pet, can have the show quality, the kittens sold for breeding and show CANNOT have pet quality.
We guarantee the kittens' health and guarantee no FELV or FIV.
We test adult breeding cats for
- Physical Exam Annually
- Rabies Shot
- FVRCP + EeLV Feline Distemper Shot (Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia + Feline Leukemia)
- Bordetella Shot
- Deworming (Revolution)
- Fecal testing for the most common parasites (Giardia, Tritrichomonas, Coccidia)
- FIV/FELV Tests
- Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PK-def)
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Waiting List:
We require a $500.00 deposit on all of our kittens to hold them or to be on Waiting List. Deposits must be received within 24 hours of a buyer's verbal acceptance of a kitten. Deposit are non-refundable but may be transferable to another kitten in certain situations. But no later than when the kitten reaches 2 month of age. We will not hold any kitten without a holding fee being placed.
Once a deposit is received, that kitten will be held and not offered to anyone else. When the kittens are born, I will send an email or text to the people on the waiting list to announce them the happy event, and to confirm once again that they want the kitten. The kittens have to stay in the cattery until the age of 12 weeks age when they will have all the required vaccines and deworming made. The kitten can stay in the cattery for up 16 weeks if it needs special care, without any price discount.
All kittens must be paid for by the time they are 12weeks old. The kitten must be picked up or shipped no later than 16 weeks old, unless prior arrangements have been made and agreed to by both parties. Any kitten left here after 16 weeks of age without prior notice shall be charged $10.00 a day boarding fee. After 16 weeks old, the kitten will be considered abandoned. The deposit will be forfeited and kitten shall be resold. I am sorry to do this, but it makes me question the importance of the kitten to potential home it is going to if you don’t have a good reason for not wanting it right away.
Older kittens become difficult to sell, therefore we encourage you to receive your kitten as soon as possible. By placing a holding fee you understand and agree to these terms.
