Tips, Stories & Advice for Cat Breeders

Your first litter of kittens is on the way and you're feeling a mix of nerves and excitement. That is completely normal. This is a big moment and if you're anything like I was before my first litter, you're probably wondering

Will I know what to do?
What if something goes wrong?
Am I ready?

Whethe...

Starting out as a new cat breeder can feel overwhelming. Everywhere you look, people say you need to find a mentor before you can even begin. But how do you know who to trust? And do you really need one at all?

I want to share my personal take on how to choose the right guidance, what a mentor (or ...

If you're a breeder and your kittens suddenly start sneezing, or if new kitten owners call concerned about watery eyes, Feline Herpes Virus (FHV-1) might be the reason.

It’s one of the most common respiratory viruses in cats — and it’s something most breeders will deal with at some point.

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Grooming is an essential part of breeding cats. With one or two pet cats it is an easy task. When you are caring for a whole group of breeding cats it becomes something you need to plan and work hard at.

Good grooming tools are essential. They save you time, keep your cats looking beautiful, and he...

One of the most common questions I hear from new kitten owners (and sometimes from breeders too) is:
“Should I change my cat’s food because it looks bored with what it’s eating?”

I also see people in cat chat groups say “my cat is a fussy eater” or “my kittens are picky.”

Here’s the truth: cats do...

Stud cats are funny creatures. Some grow up and live happily without spraying while others hose down their run as if it is on fire every single day. It is often impossible to guess how your boy will behave until he matures and shows you his personality as an adult.

Most stud boys need to be kept al...

One of the most common questions I get asked as a breeder is
“Is my kitten a male or a female?”

Even after nearly twenty years of breeding it can still be tricky to tell sometimes.

Knowing the sex of your kittens early is useful for breeders and for new kitten owners who want to choose the right n...

Keeping cat food fresh is one of the simplest but most effective ways to make feeding your breeding cats and your kittens easier. Cats have an incredible sense of smell. If the food smells stale or even slightly off they will often refuse to eat it. That means wasted food and frustrated owners.

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How do I clean up cat pee?  It’s a common question and one I am weirdly in a very special position to answer!!

Over all the years I have been breeding cats I have had them pee on things they shouldn’t many, many times.  I also own stud cats who have a unique, stronger urine smell and a unique, stro...