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You have found someone that raises Manx and now you need to know:
IS THIS BREEDER REPUTABLE?
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How do you know if the breeder you have
contacted is a person of integrity committed to bettering the
Manx breed? Following are a few guidelines to help you make
that determination.
A reputable breeder requires that
pet-quality animals be spayed or neutered
before they go to their new homes. Be very
wary of breeders who do not mention altering.
A reputable breeder requires a
contract, these can vary,
but spells out the rights of both
the seller and buyer, health information, altering and
buy-back/return policy.
A reputable breeder shows a great
interest in, love for and knowledge about the breed. He or she cares about
placing their kittens in
good homes and will interview potential buyers thoroughly, ask for
references and refuse to sell a kitten
if necessary. Be wary of a breeder
that is eager to get rid of their kittens.
A
reputable breeder is actively involved in the cat fancy, including
showing or breed clubs. A person who is not involved with others in the
breed can be suspect.
A reputable breeder guarantees
a kitten's general health for a
certain period of time. While no one
can guarantee against inheritable diseases, a reputable breeder is
well-informed about genetic problems in their
breed and bloodlines, routinely
has cats/kittens
tested for problems and passes this information along to buyers. Beware of
breeders who scoff at genetic testing and say their particular breed/line is
problem-free.
The environment,
(raised "underfoot" in the home) in which the Manx
are kept should be clean and well-maintained. TRUST YOUR
INSTINCTS ON THIS!
A reputable breeder is willing to
provide answers to questions you may have and is willing to provide names of
others who have their Manx.
A reputable breeder will allow you to
meet the kitten's parents if
available and, if the father isn't available, be willing to show pictures.
A reputable breeder follows up on placements.
He or she is interested in how the Manx
develop physically and mentally, difficulties in the owner/cat
relationship and health problems.
A reputable breeder rarely has more
than 4 litters a year.
A Reputable Breeder
- NEVER Sells to a
Pet Shop
- Offers Manx
For Auction
- Sells
at Flea Markets
Selecting
A Reputable Breeder
Author - R & R Cullen
Last Updated06/05/11
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