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Sometimes in the excitement of seeking our new furry companion, we get caught up and forget that this is a business of living creatures and must be treated as such. Our cattery is not a Pet Shop. The cats we offer for sale are our babies that are lovingly raised in our home. We place cats/kittens in homes of our choosing and we conduct interviews to find the optimum home for each cat or kitten that we place. Raising purebreds is a very expensive and time consuming hobby and we simply do not have 'bargain kitty's' available. When buying a pet, the sex of the kitten should not be an issue, once the animal is altered, they are all the same.
Whether you're seeking a beloved pet or show baby, beauty is, of course, in the eye of the beholder. Just because you don't plan on showing does not change the quality of the kitten. I also don't consider my kittens "only pets." They are born and raised to be valued companions and family members. This means, of course, that they deserve a family worthy of them. The price for a kitten covers many bases. It gives me hope that the kitten will be valued by the buyer; it weeds out the bargain hunters and the folks who may not be financially able to care for all of the cat's needs throughout its life. Of course the funds help with my considerable expenses as well. The people I'm looking for as care-takers of my kittens will not be thinking of them as "only a pet," or only a cat. Persians live 15 to 20 years and this is a serious commitment.
All kittens are at least 12-16 weeks old before being released to new homes. Persians are a slow maturing breed. We leave the kittens with their Mothers as long as possible, so that they learn to use the litter box, to use the scratching post, and develop good social skills with other cats.
All of our kittens/cats have been vaccinated with Purevax brand immunizations before going to their new homes. We DO NOT give or recommend any other vaccine, especially those containing feline leukemia. There is new research now available to the public on this subject. We have followed Dr. Jean Dodd and this is the latest information available: New Vaccination Protocol - IMPORTANT READING
As suggested by Dr. Dodd for years, the revised Vaccination Protocol for ALL 27 Vet hospitals will apparently be changing their programs. This is welcome news and should be taken with you to your vet should you need reinforcement against over-vaccination. VACCINATION NEWSFLASH [CIMDA support] Re: J Dodd's vaccine protocol I would like to make you aware that all 27 veterinary schools in North America are in the process of changing their protocols for vaccinating dogs and cats. Some of this information will present an ethical & economic challenge to vets, and there will be skeptics. Some organizations have come up with a political compromise suggesting vaccinations every 3 years to appease those who fear loss of income vs. those concerned about potential side effects. Politics, traditions, or the doctor's economic well-being should not be a factor in medical decision. NEW PRINCIPLES OF IMMUNOLOGY: Dogs and cats immune systems mature fully at 6 months. If a modified live virus vaccine is given after 6 months of age, it produces immunity, which is good for the life of the pet (ie: canine distemper, parvo, feline distemper). If another MLV vaccine is given a year later, the antibodies from the first vaccine neutralize the antigens of the second vaccine and there is little or no effect. The titer is not "boosted" nor are more memory cells induced. Not only are annual boosters for parvo and distemper unnecessary, they subject the pet to potential risks of allergic reactions and immune-mediated haemolytic anaemia. There is no scientific documentation to back up label claims for annual administration of MLV vaccines. Puppies receive antibodies through their mothers milk. This natural protection can last 8-14 weeks. Puppies & kittens should NOT be Vaccinated at LESS than 8 weeks. Maternal immunity will neutralize the vaccine and little protection (0-38%) will be produced. Vaccination at 6 weeks will, however, DELAY the timing of the first highly effective vaccine. Vaccinations given 2 weeks apart SUPPRESS rather than stimulate the immune system. A series of vaccinations is given starting at 8 weeks and given 3-4 weeks apart up to 16 weeks of age. Another vaccination given sometime after 6 months of age (usually at 1 year 4 mo) will provide lifetime immunity.
Please note that Deposits are taken in good faith and are Non-Refundable so please be sure of your selection before you send your Deposit. All Deposits and Payments must be made either via Western Union or by mailing a Postal Money Order to our P.O. Box, any other kind of money order or cashiers check will delay the transaction 7 to 10 business days.
***TOTAL PURCHASE PRICE NEEDS TO BE PAID WITHIN 5 DAYS OF IDENTIFYING YOUR SPECIFIC KITTEN OR THE KITTEN WILL OFFERED TO THE NEXT INTERESTED PARTY. SHOULD YOU CHANGE YOUR MIND ON THIS KITTEN, ONLY 50% OF YOUR TOTAL PURCHASE PRICE WILL BE REFUNDED DUE TO LOST SALE TIME, SO PLEASE BE SURE YOU WANT THIS KITTEN.***
*Echo Lake Reserves the right to randomly alter 'pet' kittens before leaving our Cattery to protect our bloodlines* No breeding rights are ever sold on our Rughuggers
References may be requested before adoption is finalized.
Shipping We do ship, at the buyer's expense, within the U.S. The total cost for the carrier, health certificate and airline fee for kittens under 10 lbs. is $350 and $375 for adults weighing over 10 lbs. This weight includes the carriers which weigh 3 lbs. by themselves. Please verify individually for International shipping costs. Also, please understand that small kittens are like babies and need warmth. Thus, we need to schedule our kitten departure on days of acceptable weather.
In light of breeders being targeted by Internet predators, our home will not be open to the public ever. I extend my apologies, but this is for the safety of our family & precious kitties.
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