Originally posted by wayne0214
I have heard of unethical breeders before, but I was beginning to believe that they were few and far between. But now I know better! I know what it is to loose a beloved furbaby, but I do appreciate your frankness on this issue, especially in describing the conditions of the breeder's home for their cats. It gives me more information to watch for, should I go to a breeder to purchase another furkid.

...........wayne
Wayne, here in Canada the Animal Control offices are being swamped with the number of calls to go see puppy mills and backyard breeders!

The best way to find a breeder is to go to cat shows and see who is involved with the whole process (not just the procreation aspect). Usually, if you have someone really involved in the cat shows and sitting on committees you will have a good place to start.

Then at that point, go to the breeders home, talk with them, ask for references. Make sure they are registered with the country's Cat Associations and call the associations to get their opinion. It should be a whole research project.

Like I said before, I spoke with breeders, went to cat shows and researched for 4 months before I even thought of purchasing a kitten. Then I sold my place and bought a new home. So in reality from start to finish, Nakita took a process of 1 year to become reality!