CATTERY POLICY

My goal is to breed healthy, beautiful and social British Shorthair kittens that meet the breed standard and if possible even improve it! To achieve this, only healthy breeding animals that come from beautiful bloodlines are bred. The kittens are optimally socialized because they grow up in our home.

 

All breeding animals are tested for PKD via DNA test and ultrasound. They are also tested annually for FIV/FELV and HCM. The HCM screening is done via echocardiography and is performed by cardiologist Veronique Liekens. More information about these conditions can be found under the heading 'Health'.

 

British Shorthair is a very sociable breed. That is why I prefer a home where kittens are placed in pairs or where another young cat is already present. Our kittens are not allowed to roam free outside because of the higher risk of infection with diseases such as FIV/FELV, traffic accidents, theft, etc. If they can go outside in a cat-proof garden, balcony, with a cat harness, this is of course an added value.

 

Our females have a maximum of 1 litter a year. New litters are announced on the website and on the Instagram page. If you are interested in a kitten from cattery Felis Limousi and can offer it the perfect new home, you can register on our waiting list. You can do this by sending an email in which you introduce yourself. For example, mention your family situation, home, work, other pets and if you have a preference for a certain color and/or gender. A spot on our waiting list is no guarantee of getting a kitten, cause there will always be more requests then availble kittens. When kittens are born, I look for the best match. There must be a click on both sides.

 

When a kitten is reserved, the future kitten owners will receive a self-written kitten guide with useful information in advance. The sales agreement will also be reviewed in advance. A deposit will be requested for a definitive reservation. Of course, multiple updates will be given from the moment the kittens are born until they leave for their new home. Maternity visits are only possible after mutual consultation. We strongly request that you do not visit other catteries or shelters on the day of a visit. This is important in connection with the transfer of germs.

 

The kittens are allowed to move when they are at least 16 weeks old. At that time thery are chipped, registrated, sterilized/castrated, dewormed several times and vaccinated twice. If they move abroad, they are additionally vaccinated against rabies.

All kittens will receive a European passport and a beautiful BCF pedigree. In addition, a kitten package will be given for an optimal start!

 

I also like to stay informed afterwards, so updates are very much appreciated! And of course you can always contact me to answer all your questions ranging from nutrition to health.