Becoming a cat breeder is not a decision to make
lightly. You must research pedigrees and have a true passion for
the pedigree you choose to breed. You might help improve or preserve
a breed. Many breeders register their cats, keep up on and get involved
with breed research and enter their cats in competitions. When deciding
to become a breeder Have plenty of money. Breeding can be very costly,
especially in the beginning. First, you pay to purchase your cats,
then veterinarian bills, registration and license fee, food and
supplies and advertising, and the list only continues. All these
expenses occur before you have ever produce a litter; so you must
expect to take a loss in the beginning. Design a cattery. A cattery
is simply a space for your breed to live. This is usually a spare
room, a basement or a room you add just for this purpose. A cattery
should include cages for both genders, a bathing and grooming area,
food and water storage and plenty of room to play.
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