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Persian
& Himalayan Cats in California
Some Adoption
Info
We do not show our kittens before they are ready to
go at 10 weeks. We welcome deposits to hold them until that time.
Please read
our
contract.
Pricing
Pet
Quality-
Prices start at $450.00 and up. We do not give breeding rights.
We only take deposits thru Paypal,
the link is on the kitten page.
Shipping
We do ship, at the buyer's expense, within the U.S . The total cost for
the carrier, vet certificate and airline fee is listed below for coast to coast
within the states is between $250.00 and $300.00.
We use Continental's Pet Safe Program whenever
possible. We feel they are the best airline because they have a heated/air
conditioned van that meets all planes, so the animal is not subjected to hot or
cold temperature fluctuations.
http://cargo.cocargo.com/cargo/news/?type=news&id=88
The cost is usually $160.00 for under 9 lbs, and
$191.00 for anything over (always subject to change by the airline). There is a
$55.00 cost for the health certificate from the vet, if a rabies vaccine is
required, that cost is $9.00, and the carrier cost is $25.00. Other airlines are
running about $191.00 with a fuel surcharge.
If Continental does not fly pressurized cargo into
your airport then an alternative will be found. All other airlines are subject
to temperature restrictions, and the cost usually starts at $189.00 for 9
lbs.
Payment must be made 5-10 days before your kitty is
ready to go or deposit will be forfeited and kitten will be re-sold.
If for some reason you cannot take delivery of the kitten on the date it is due
to arrive, a $10.00 a day boarding fee will be charged to continue care until
you are ready to receive your kitten.
We need that 5-10 days after payment is made to make all the arrangements to get
your kitten on the plane.
Deposits
We expect a $100.00 deposit to hold your kitten, if purchasing a pet, 1/3 of the
amount if you're
purchasing a
show kitten. You may make that thru Paypal.
Whether
you're interested in pet, breeder or show, if you would
like to get a
kitten from us, we may ask you to provide references,
and sign a
contract of sale. We reserve the right to refuse the sale
of any of our
cats or kittens to anyone, at any time, for any or no reason.
Your deposit
IS A CONTRACT and made in good
faith. If you place a
deposit on a
cat or kitten, that is your commitment to that animal, and
your
agreement to these terms. If you decide for any reason to not take
that kitten
from our home, you may use that deposit towards another
kitten, but
it is NOT REFUNDABLE. If these terms are not acceptable
to you,
please don't inquire. If you change your mind your deposit will be considered
payment for
board, new advertising, and time spent.
Your kitten remains available until the money is
received but will be
marked
"reserved" as soon as the deposit is received and "sold" when paid in full.
Kittens stay
here until they are 10 weeks old.
We do not
show them before they are vaccinated and ready to go.
(Please don't ask) We know you all
want healthy
babies and we do our best to make that happen and letting everyone
touch and
hold them makes that impossible. Remember they are babies! Thanks so
much in your
understanding of this.
When they are
ready to leave they will have had their first vaccines, and be litter trained.
Getting ready for
kitty
Litter Box
Pooper scooper
Bowls for fresh food and water
Bed - but the kitten will probably want to sleep with you
Toys
Carrier w/ towel
Food -
Royal Canin Kitten
To
make the transition and acclimation period an easier, less stressful on for
your new Persian kitten, it is back to the same saying, those who fail to
plan, plan to fail. It is recommended that you purchase these items in advance
of bringing your new Persian kitten home.
Food - It is best to keep your new kitten on the same kind of
food he/she is accustom to eating as well as feeding times and frequencies.
A change in diet can cause digestive upsets which can result in vomiting
and/or diarrhea. It is recommended that you do not change the diet of a
new kitten. In the event you choose to change the diet of your new
kitten, do it slowly over time, give your new kitten time to acclimate to
his/her surroundings and get settled. Diet change is not recommended for
the first year. At Heavenly Purrs, we free feed Royal Canin Kitten
to our kittens and Royal Canin Persian to our adult Persians. We
also feed a combination of ground sirloin and Nutro MaxCat kitten
canned food twice a day. Slight changes in flavor of canned food can
even cause digestive upsets.
Litter Box - Whether you choose to use a covered or uncovered
litter box there are things to consider. A covered litter box prevents
litter from being distributed throughout the room due to a kitten who is a
vigorous digger. A covered litter box gives the kitten the privacy to do
their business without an audience. Bear in mind, kittens are like
children, when the urge to go hits them, they gotta go. One litter box
per room is recommended for the first few weeks then one per floor for homes
of multi-levels. Show your new kitten where the litter boxes are, and
put your new kitten in the litter box. Keep their food in an area
separate from the litter box.
Some people even train their cats to use the toilet, and
some have even
learned to flush!
http://www.birdbrainpress.com/
Cat Litter - It is best not to make any immediate changes for
your new kitten, cat litter is no exception. Whether you choose to use
the standard clay litter or the clumpable/scoopable litter is up to you, the
better question is, "will my kitten use the litter box if I change litter?"
At Heavenly Purrs, we
use litter crystals. Any brand is fine and can be found at your local pet
store or grocery store.
If you want to switch do so slowly so the kitten won't become confused.
Toys - Toys are a great way to entertain your new kitten.
Toys for kittens should be thought of as toys for babies. If a toy has
moving parts, strings or parts that will come off easily, it may not be safe
for your new baby kitten. Toys with strings are a hazard, shoe strings,
tinsel, lace, ribbon, yarn and thread are not safe. Items that can be
easily swallowed invite trouble and a trip to the emergency room for surgical
removal.
Kitty condos - Just like humans, cats and kittens desire to
have a place to call their own. A kitty condo is a great place for your
kitty to escape from the household chaos for a quick cat nap. Giving a
kitten a place to call their own is also a great way to help a child set
boundaries as to when not to bother the kitty.
Scratching posts or trees - Many cat owners misunderstand
scratching behavior. Owners often ask "how do I keep my cat from
scratching? The best answer is not to stop them from scratching, but
rather re-direct it. Cats scratch for three main reasons. Physical
things happen when a cat scratches, from exercise and stretching to
conditioning the claws, but most importantly, cats are marking their
territory. I think wood is the best because it is not wise to teach them to
use carpet or upholstery since this is what your furniture and flooring are
made of.
I think these are the best,
http://www.lovethatcat.com/cat-scratching-post.html
or
http://www.catsplay.com/redcedar_grooved.php3
Cat Carrier - When selecting a cat carrier, bear in mind your
kitten is going to grow. A cat carrier can be a plain plastic (hard
sided) or a soft sided carrier. The thing you want to remember is to
allow enough room for your kitten to sit upright, stand upright and turn
around. Always place a towel or some absorbent soft material on the
bottom. There are some on this page that are my favorites:
links
Always place the carrier in the back seat since airbags can crush them, and
remember to buckle the carrier in!
Collars - Persian cats should not wear collars, as the fur
can get tangled and it will destroy the ruff.
If your cat drags it's ruff thru the drinking water, you
may want to try having her drin k
from a water bottle, they are trained to this before leaving here.
http://bottlebabies.com/
Vitamins - we recommend
Pawier
http://pawier.com/
Discipline - no smacking, we use only a spray water bottle, after a while you
only have to pick it up to be effective.
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