The CatPedia...
...how the idea was born
Breeding is studying, even if you start as a joke, just to make a litter, the natural thing is to start getting information. From there to understand that there is always something else to know, other topics to be explored, updates to follow ... is a moment. So, since we like to study, we have decided to publish our acquired knowledge in this section.
Code of Ethics
Breeding isn't about throwing cats together and seeing what happens. It means being responsible for the living beings we choose to bring into the world, ensuring they get the best, whether they stay with us or go to a new home. So there are rules we've set for ourselves, and new families must respect them...
What is hosting?
Hosting is a type of private contract that allows you to "host" a purebred cat, whether for breeding or show, or both, and become its owner after a certain period of time, at a much lower cost than a kitten. Who wouldn't dream of showing a splendid feline without having to shoulder all the costs of raising and breeding it?
Why for show
The show is the time when your work as a breeder is judged by experts who have seen thousands of cats in their judging careers. And being told that your cat could be a little better here, or a little better there, is to be accepted, but it's not nice. It's better to be sure you have a show-worthy cat. And how can you be sure?
DUDA - Universal Declaration of Animal Rights
The Universal Declaration of Animal Rights (UDA) is a text drafted by the International League for Animal Rights and proclaimed at UNESCO in Paris on 15 October 1978.
It recognizes every animal's right to existence, respect, and protection from abuse, establishing that animal welfare is linked to respect among humans. It represented a cultural milestone in the dissemination of ethical awareness toward the animal world. Even today, it remains a point of reference for those involved in responsible breeding and animal protection.
A small note for transparency: the document does not, in itself, have the force of law: it is an ethical-cultural declaration, not a ratified treaty.
Bath yes, bath no
Why does the Maine Coon need a bath even though "cats groom themselves"? Their fur is developed for the Maine cold, consisting of a waterproof topcoat and an insulating undercoat. But indoors, they lack the natural "wear and tear" they would have in the wild, and excess grease can turn into annoying mats. The solution? Two baths a year, coinciding with the seasonal shedding.
The value of the contract
The purchase contract for a purebred cat is not a formality, but a tool that immediately clarifies the duties and responsibilities of both parties. The seller commits to health, vaccinations, guarantees against hereditary diseases, and the provision of an official pedigree; the buyer commits to protecting the animal, avoiding escapes or dangerous contact, and not selling or breeding without prior agreement. More than a legal safeguard in the event of disputes, the document should be read as a practical compass that holds both breeder and owner accountable.
Only with this transparency can one then live a peaceful relationship with one's new life partner.
Blood donor cats
There are no feline blood banks like there are for humans, and we decided to turn our Maine Coons into donors. Over time, many of our own and our friendly breeders' have donated for years, protecting their health; pre-donation tests also confirm the consistent absence of serious feline infectious diseases. Read our experience...
