adoptions, terms and conditions, and what to expect from us.
adoptions.
we try to make adoptions as simple and clear as possible, while still making sure that each kitten receives the most care, love, and the best-fitting home possible. adoptions begin when you select “contact us” and submit an application form. once approved, you submit a $500 non-refundable deposit, and once a litter is at an appropriate age (usually around 4 months) you can select your kitten. kittens will be selected in order that deposits are received, but if we cannot get ahold of you within a 48-hour window, the person with the next deposit slot will have their chance to pick a kitten. we do not currently have kittens available to go to other breeding programs. kittens will be available to go to their new homes sometime around 4 months of age, sometimes a little longer. when it comes time for you to take your kitten home, you may either pick the kitten up from us here in our current location of TN or pay for us to deliver the kitten directly to you (currently only within the U.S). we are not currently shipping our kittens or allowing them to be picked up by third parties.
terms and conditions.
We do need to have contracts in place in order to protect the safety and well-being of our cats. The basics protect the buyer, us, and the kittens. The kittens will be spayed/neutered before they are sent to their new homes, microchipped, and up to date on shots. The kittens need to have a companion of some sort, whether that be another cat in the home, or a cat-friendly dog. We are strong believers in outside time for you cat, but not free-range—too many house cats end up lost, stolen, or hurt when they are allowed to roam freely (this is not referencing feral colonies, which are perfectly fine but not where our Maine coons are headed). Maine coons can be harness-trained or allowed out into escape-proof cat enclosure. We have a cat-proof fence system that keeps our cats safe from exposure to other animals, and within the boundaries of our property. As the buyer, you may be asked to allow a home inspection, provide proof of a multi-pet household, and allow visits to check on the welfare of the cat. Many pets are resold or given away once they are out of their “cute kitten phase”, and that is not acceptable. No matter the age, if you no longer want your cat, it must be returned to the cattery. You will not be refunded your purchase price under those circumstances. If you give the cat to a shelter, rescue, or even rehome the cat without cattery permission you are liable to be taken to court. Your initial deposit is non-refundable, and the rest is to be paid before you may pick up your new kitten.
what to expect from us.
When you contact us, you can expect clear communication and upfront discussions about how we run our cattery and what our kittens are like. We have full-time jobs on top of running our cattery, so we will get back to you as soon as we are able. When you pick out a kitten, you can expect a kitten that is free from health issues. All parents have been tested and cleared for genetic diseases, and if the kitten were to somehow die from a hereditary disease within its first year with you, we will refund the purchase price and replace the kitten. we are capable of doing both photos and videos so that you are kept in the know about how your chosen kitten is doing.