Choose a Pedigree Kitten Most Suited To Your Lifestyle

Once you decide to purchase a pedigree kitten, do not be overwhelmed by how many breeds there are. This is a guide to start you off on your search for the perfect pet. Visit a cat show and talk to breeders before making your final choice. You can contact breeders through shows, cat clubs, pet magazines, or online websites.

The advantage of acquiring a pedigree kitten is that each breed has a distinctive personality. You will have an idea of the temperament of your chosen kitten before you bring him home.

A cat can live well into its teens and even into its early twenties, so do not impulsively buy the first cute kitten you see. A little patience and research will enable you to choose the exact kitten to suit your needs.

Do You Prefer a Longhaired Kitten?

If you are undaunted by hair shed on your clothes, soft furnishings, and carpets, a longhaired kitten may be perfect for you.

A Persian kitten will need daily grooming. This is essential, because his beautiful fur becomes matted if it is not regularly brushed, and he will be susceptible to hairballs. Allow an extra fifteen minutes in your daily routine to care for your Persian kitten. Once a Persian is brushed, he will snooze happily all day without needing further attention. He is the ideal choice for families who are not home during the day.

Birman and Ragdoll kittens are quiet, intelligent cats. They are wonderful family pets because they are very tolerant and gentle with children. These two breeds socialize well with other animals, making them a perfect choice for dog owners. They need grooming every two or three days to remove dead hairs.

The Maine Coon is an ideal pet for the family that has plenty of outdoor space. A Maine Coon kitten is a sociable creature and likes to explore. He will not like being restrained indoors. The Maine Coon requires little grooming and is the perfect choice for the longhaired cat lover who does not have the time to groom frequently.

Would a Shorthaired Kitten suit you best?

The elegant Siamese craves human company. He is an ideal kitten if you are looking for a companion to spend time with. He is highly intelligent and very active. A Siamese kitten will keep you amused for hours with his antics and hold long conversations with you in his raucous voice. The Siamese kitten will not like to be left alone and can wail like a baby when unhappy.

A Burmese kitten is less demanding then a Siamese, whilst having similar characteristics. He is very friendly and makes a lovely family pet. Young children appreciate Burmese kittens, because they are very playful. A Burmese kitten will need to be kept indoors or caged. He is likely to wander away from home, if he is left unattended outdoors.

The Cornish and Devon Rex kittens are intelligent and quiet. These cats appeal to owners who prefer a less active and demanding kitten. Because of the signature Rex curly hair, these kittens will not leave as many hairs on your clothes, furniture, or carpet. If you have an asthmatic family member, a Cornish or Devon Rex is the kitten for you.

Once you have decided on a kitten, ask to see the mother cat. You can satisfy yourself that the mother cat has a good temperament and is healthy. Do not be afraid to ask questions. A reputable breeder will be happy to solve any concerns you may have.

Careful thought and research before purchasing a kitten will ensure you have chosen the pedigree best suited to you and your family’s lifestyle.