Screening a Persian Cat Breeder

There are lots of Persian kittens for sale out there, but where is the best place to find your Persian kitten? One thing for sure, it is best to avoid pet shops. Pet shops purchase their kittens from the breeder or a middle man which means most likely you do not get the opportunity to actually communicate with the Persian cat breeder. Communication with the Persian cat breeder is priority because there are important questions to ask. The following are examples of questions to ask:

• How much do your Persian kittens cost and what does that include? The old saying is so true - you get what you pay for. When purchasing a healthy, well adjusted Persian kitten, you can expect a hefty price tag. No doubt a Persian cat breeder who is doing things the correct way is spending top money to produce kittens that are top of the line.
• Do you have all your Persian kittens health checked, and will I received documentation of the heath check? It's crucial to buy a Persian kitten from a Persian cat breeder who has every kitten blood and stool tested negative for feline diseases and parasites. Vaccinations should also be up-to-date as well. Documentation of test results and vaccinations should be provided in the form of a state approved, vet signed health certificate - Sample Copy
• Do you offer a health guarantee on your Persian kittens? A reputable Persian cat breeder will offer at least a one year health guarantee for genetic and hereditary defects. This should be presented in the form of a written contract signed by both the buyer and the Persian cat breeder.
• What are your contract restrictions? Before money changes hands, make sure that you completely understand the restrictions of the contract. A good examples of a restriction found in a Persian cat breeder's contract is that kittens will stay indoors at all times or kittens will never be sold or transferred to another party w/o consent from breeder. Other restrictions may include certain types of vaccinations or medical procedures such as declawing.
• Is the Persian kitten registered? They should answer with one of the three main registries found in the United States which include CFA (Cat Fanciers Association), ACFA (American Cat Fanciers Association) or TICA (The International Cat Association). Learn more about these registries in our article - Persian Kittens - Registration Terms and Info
• Is your cattery PKD Negative? PKD (Polycystic Kidney Disease) is a kidney disease prevalent in the Persian cat breed. Buying from a Persian cat breeder who breeds only PKD negative cats will insure that your Persian kitten will never get this disease. Learn more about PKD by reading our article - What is PKD?
• Can I speak to your vet? Persian cat breeders who freely give out their vet's information truly have nothing to hide. A vet is the ultimate reference when purchasing a Persian kitten for sale because you are speaking with the actual person or associates who are familiar with the Persian cat breeder.