Do you have kittens for sale?

Please see our “kittens” page (located under “our cats” in the menu) for more information on who might be available or what litter might be planned in the near future. However, in general we operate a waitlist and kittens are already spoken for from before the time they are born. Because of this, we recommend joining our waitlist, as soon, or before, you are ready to bring your kitten home.

How can I join your waitlist?

Please complete our prospective owner questionnaire to tell us more about you and what you are looking for in your cat so that we best match you to a kitten and make sure that we are a good fit as a breeder for you.

Do you charge a fee to apply for a kitten?

No, we do NOT charge any fee to apply for a cat/kitten and these are our reasons:

We do not know how many kittens will be born in each litter. Of those born, we don’t know how many might be show quality vs pet quality. We prioritize our breeding program and other breeders, and also do not operate our waitlist on a first come first served basis. This allows us to match kittens temperament to the home that will suit them best, as well as prioritize show homes, and those homes that are wanting to take littermates.

What colour kittens do you have?

We can produce Black bombay, as well as Sable, Blue, Champagne, and Platinum Burmese.

We do not produce red, cream or tortoise cats, as these colours only exist in the European Burmese.

Is my black cat a Bombay?

The short answer is, no, unless you have a pedigree it almost surely is not.

The longer answer to this requires some history. Cats were domesticated approximately 10000 years ago. These cats were allowed to breed freely without human intervention or selection up until about 150 years ago. 

At that point, cat breeders started to select specific traits that they saw and liked and wanted to breed more of, such as specific coat patterns or colours, or head or ear shapes. Many breeds developed out of specific mutations that popped up such as curly fur, or bobbed tails. Though there are some "naturally occurring" cat breeds that developed from physically isolated cat populations, most breeds developed from human selection. Each of these breeds has a foundation of a limited number of domestic cats that feature a trait or traits that humans find interesting. These cats are tracked via registered pedigree so that their lineage is known, and their breed standard defines which cats can be bred as part of this breed.

Of the global cat population only 1-5% of cats are purebred, the other 95%+ are cats without a definitive breed called domestic short or long haired cats,  other wise known as "moggies."

Ethical cat breeders do not allow their cats to roam outside, and require their kittens to be spayed or neutered both for their health and to prevent any accidental kittens. Simply put, a reputable pedigree is what defines a purebred cat. Without a pedigree there is no trace of lineage and therefore that cat would be considered a domestic cat/moggie, and it is incredibly unlikely that they would have any Bombay ancestry at all. As we always say, all Bombays are black, but not all black cats are Bombay!

Can I get a show cat?

Getting the breeds out in front of the public and judges is an important part of making sure that these breeds are preserved. However, these kittens are sold as show prospects only. After birth and observation we make kitten offers starting at 8 weeks of age. We assess kittens as well as we can to see if we think they will fit the breed standard well and have the right temperament to enjoy showing and to do well. However, we are unable to guarantee that they will go on to be a successful show cat. Sometimes things develop that make a kitten that was a good candidate at 8 weeks grow up to be a less than perfect example of their breed. For example, a kitten may develop an under or overbite as it grows, or a tail kink may become evident as they get larger. Though we try to breed for structural perfection and do our best to well-socialize kittens to handle all kinds of environments, not every kitten is destined to be a show cat even if they originally show great promise. 

I want to breed cats! Can I buy a breeding cat from you?

The short answer is no. The longer answer is that we only work with people that we have built an established relationship with. People we have met through showing, or who we have been introduced to through our mentors and can be vouched for as having similar breeding goals and ethics as ourselves.

If you are interested in breeding and do not already have an established cattery we recommend starting by getting an altered show prospect.  This will help you learn the breed standard and learn  what it is like to live with the breed. It will also help you build relationships with other breeders and the cat fancy in general.

If you are already an established breeder of another breed, we would still need to build a relationship and discuss your breeding practices and goals to figure out if we can work together, as ultimately these kittens are our babies and we care greatly about each and everyone of them. At the same time, these breeds, especially the Bombay, are rare and need more ethical, preservation breeders globally to insure that the breed continues to thrive for many more generations to come.

Are your cats health tested?

Each cat in our breeding program is genetically tested to be clear of the following breed specific diseases:

Burmese Hypokalemia: An inherited disorder found in Burmese cats that is characterized by skeletal muscle weakened that can cause affected cats to have trouble walking and holding their heads correctly.

Burmese Head Defect: Also known as congenital frontonasal dysplasia, is an inherited defect found in Burmese cats that is characterized by improper development and subsequent malformation of the skull and facial features.

GM2 Gangliosidosis Type II: A degenerative, fatal neurological disease characterized by severe muscle tremors and loss of motor control.

Feline Hypertropic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) is not routinely seen in the Burmese and Bombay breeds, and has not been seen in our breeding lines, therefore we do not screen for it via ECG.

Are the Bombay and Burmese healthy breeds?

The Bombay and Burmese are relatively healthy breeds. The most common health issues seen in the Bombay and Burmese as they age are dental issues and kidney disease. These are health issues that are incredibly common across all cat breeds and non-pedigree domestic cats. These issues are best handled through diet and lifestyle choices, such as having regular dental cleanings performed by a veterinarian as they age, a high moisture diet, and plenty of fresh (preferably moving) water. Along with this, it is important for your cat to receive annual wellness exams to catch and maintain any health issues should they arise, so that appropriate care can be taken.

Are Bombay or Burmese hypoallergenic?

No. There is no such thing as a hypoallergenic cat. All cats create the Fel-d1 protein that causes allergies in humans. Some breeds may be easier on allergies than others, and Burmese and Bombay can fit into this category as they are a single coated, short haired breed. However, we cannot guarantee that they will not cause allergies in any individual, as allergies are quite specific to the individual.What is the price for a kitten?

Please see the “what to expect” page to go over price and what is included, in detail.

I want to enrich my cats life, can I let them outside?

Providing your cat with a wide variety of enrichment activities helps to foster a healthy environment for your cat's physical, emotional, and mental health.

Cat's without proper enrichment are likely to show behavioral concerns such as aggression, anxiety, or depression. It can also improve physical health and aide in weight management.

Free Roaming refers to when a cat is allowed to roam freely outside without owner direct supervision and without being under control. Free Roaming is not a proper form of enrichment as you cannot monitor what activities your cat is doing. Free Roaming is also improper as it is dangerous. Cats can be injured or killed by cars, toxins, predators or more. Unsupervised cats also like to kill wildlife, which can lead to parasites or other illness. 

While allowing a cat to roam is a kind of enrichment, it is not safe or ethical and it is against our contract to allow one our cats or kittens to roam outside. 

Because pedigreed cats have been selectively bred to be many generations for their gentle temperament and good nature, they often do not have good self preservation instincts and can be at high risk of becoming lost, injured and even dying outside.

Here are some examples of physical enrichment activities you can provide for your cat instead of letting them outside:

• Cat Furniture - Scratching posts, ledges, towers, boxes

• Wand Toys - Many have ends that you can switch out to keep the fun going

• Structured Walks - On-leash and harness your cat can explore the outdoors, or you can use a carrying backpack or pet stroller

• Interactive Toys - There are many battery power toys that interact with your cat

• Cat Wheels - Self-powered treadmill that allows your cat to run in place. We recommend the Ziggydoo Ferris Wheel, or OneFastCat brands 

For greater mental enrichment for your cat you can use:

•Puzzle Feeders - Used to work your cat's mind while being fed good for cats who eat to fast as well

• Catio - An outdoor enclosure where your cat can safely watch nature

• Cat TV and Tablet Games - There are lots of YouTube videos featuring nature like fish or birds that your cat may enjoy watching. You also can find cat games for your tablet that can engage their hunting instincts

• Trick Training - Many cats can be trained to sit and even jump through hoops

• Rotate Toys - Rotating available toys weekly keeps them exciting and "new"

Can I come meet your cats to see if I am allergic or to meet the kittens?

No, we operate as a closed cattery for the biological and physical safety of our cats and ourselves, as we are a small in-home cattery. Our home is not a good place to check for allergies as we also have a Singapura in the house, as well as a dog. We welcome you to meet us at a cat show - you can see our planned show schedule here. In addition, we are happy to have a planned video call with you and our kittens, but we cannot allow you to enter our home.

How are your cats/kittens socialized?

Our kittens and cats are socialized from birth. They are born into our hands, in our bedroom, and receive constant handling from day one. As they grow and are appropriately vaccinated they are introduced to other cats and dogs. We also introduce them to a few trusted family friends to help with their socialization, and introduce them to things such as basic grooming (ears, nails, eyes), harnesses, and noises such as the vacuum as they grow.

Do you ship?

In general, no. We avoid shipping our cats via Cargo when at all possible because it can be very stressful for kittens. Our preference is for kitten families to drive or fly in themselves to collect their kittens, or hire a flight nanny or kitten transporter to do so. We may also be available to help transport your kitten if our expenses are paid for and this option is discussed in advance. If the go home dates for a kitten line up with the timing and geographical area of a cat show we will be attending, we are happy to bring a kitten along with us to be picked up before or after the cat show.

What is pet insurance? Why do you include it?

We support and offer a 4-6 week insurance trial (depending on location and company) with each of our kittens. We recommend continuing it for the lifetime of your cat.

As a reputable breeder, we do everything in our power to avoid health related problems in our kittens. However, they are living breathing creatures. Accidents and illnesses happen. Kittens run, jump, and play and sometimes they get hurt. They get into things they shouldn’t and sometimes swallow things that can cause obstruction. These incidents can require veterinary care and sometimes surgery that can cost hundreds to thousands of dollars.

We never want a kitten owner to have to choose if they can afford treatment or if their beloved cat may have to face euthanasia instead. The small cost of insurance premiums each month is worth the price of mind of knowing your cat can receive high quality care without having to cut into your savings to do so.