KITTENS

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Born JULY 30, 2010

"Tigress" Torbie Female available

Note: To give you a better idea of adult colour ...

This girl will look almost identical to "Piper" (exact same pedigree) ... click here ... http://www.mariama.ca/testimonials_two.htm
 

Born AUGUST 17, 2010 ... 1 wk, 4 days old

 "Magnolia" Solid White Female available

"Bianca" Solid White Female available

Note: Adult eye colour on the solid whites above will be evident by around 6 wks or age - can be blue, odd, green, or gold.

NEW LITTER born September 3, 2010

 "Pepper" Red Tabby Male reserved for Cynthia, Cold Lake, AB

"Strawberry" Brown Torbie Female available

"Fudgeo" Brown Tabby/White Male available

NEW LITTER born September 4, 2010

"Sangria" Brown Tortie Female available

Note: To give you a better idea of adult colour ...

The Tortie will look similar to "Paks" ... click here ... http://mariama.ca/kittens_torties.htm

"Cherry" Brown Calico Female available

"Cocoa" Brown Tabby/White (white belly & chin) Female reserved for Melissa & Jon, Mount Hope, ON

"Blackberry" Solid Black Male available

"Java" Solid Black Male available

"Figaro" Black/White Tuxedo Male reserved for Yvonne & Kevin, Brampton, ON

Solid White Double Blue Eyed Brothers ("twins") pictured at 9 wks ... SOLD TO CHRIS

** Scroll down to the "Hello Kitty" icon below to visit the Kitten Photo Galleries!**

Kitten Availability: Fewer kittens are available during the Winter months due to the fact that our cats are on a natural light cycle. Basically, when the days get shorter the females stop coming into season. Then, when the days get longer they start coming into season again. This is why there is more kitten availability during the Spring and Summer months.

Note: Unless indicated * Reserved or * Sold, kittens are * Available for reservation. *Pending Reservation: kitten has been tentatively reserved , awaiting paperwork/reserve deposit. 

Call names mentioned above are used for reference purposes only and once you take your kitten home with you, you can decide on whatever name you like.

 

FAQ BEFORE YOU CONTACT US, PLEASE CLICK ON THE "FAQ" LINK  ABOVE FOR ANSWERS TO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR THE MAINE COON BREED, GENDER, COLOURS, PRICING, CATTERY POLICIES, ETC. KITTEN PHOTO GALLERY # 1 ... Bi-Colours KITTEN PHOTO GALLERY # 2 ... Solids KITTEN PHOTO GALLERY # 3 ... Tabbies KITTEN PHOTO GALLERY # 4 ... Torties, Torbies, Calicos CLICK ON THE "GALLERY" LINKS ABOVE TO SEE PHOTOS OF THE COLOURS OF KITTENS WE PRODUCE.

 

KITTEN  INQUIRIES: It is our wish that our kittens will be adopted into loving, responsible homes where they will continue to receive the same kind of love and care they have received in our home. If you are seriously interested in a kitten, we kindly ask that you cut and paste the "QUESTIONNAIRE" below into an e-mail, complete, and send it to us. This information is for our records only and will not be made public. Thank you. Once we receive your completed questionnaire and you are approved as a potential buyer, we will direct you to our short online  "KITTEN OF MY DREAMS FORM" where we will request more detailed information (ie: your contact information: address, phone number & kitten details: gender, color choices, shipping/pickup). PLEASE NOTE: BEFORE YOU CONTACT US, PLEASE CLICK ON THE "FAQ" LINK  ABOVE FOR ANSWERS TO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE MAINE COON BREED, GENDER, COLOURS, PRICING, CATTERY POLICIES, ETC. QUESTIONNAIRE: 1.       What is your location? 2.       What is your lifestyle like? 3.       Have you owned a cat before? If so, what breed(s) and for how long? 4.       What kind of family do you have (i.e. children, if so ages, other pets)? 5.       Where did your cat (and other pets) come from (e.g. shelter rescue, a breeder, etc.)? 6.       Are you familiar with this breed? 7.       Do you have a colour and/or gender preference? If so, please explain why? 8.       Do you understand that kittens of the same breed, while sharing some similar character traits,  still have their own individual, unique personalities just like children do? 9.       Will you be committed to the daily care requirements of a kitten and love your kitten unconditionally? 10.   Do you understand that the type of social environment, training and discipline you provide for your kitten will highly influence and shape the temperament of your kitten as he/she matures? 11.   What type of daily routine would you provide for your new kitten? 12.   Do you understand that a kitten that is left completely alone for most of the day may experience loneliness, boredom and frustration, possibly leading to aggressive, destructive, or other troublesome behaviours? 13.   Do you understand that our pet kittens are sold on a strictly spay/neuter contract only? 14.   Please include your name and e-mail address. This information is for our records only and will not be made public. Thank you.

 

*** KITTEN KIT** (comes with your new Kitten) *Pet Insurance Voucher: 6 weeks of FREE coverage for your Kitten *Royal Canin Kitten Tote [12 once trial of Babycat 34 kitten food, Kitten Care Guide, measuring cup, special trial offer coupon, invitation to subscribe to Petfirst] *Felidae Kitten Pack [Coupon: Free 5 lb bag of Felidae Cat & Kitten Dry Food, Coupon: 3 Free Cans of Felidae Moist Food, Plastic Lid Cover for Canned Food] Health Record (first vaccine, 2 dewormings) Kitten Care Instructions,Toy Written Health Guarantee **CCA or CFA or TICA Registration Certificate Lifetime Support *subject to substitution and/or availability **proof of altering will be required for all pet kittens

THE DEVELOPMENTAL STAGES OF A KITTEN:

Birth to Two Weeks

The kitten's main activities are eating and sleeping. He is deaf and blind but can crawl a little.
The remnants of the umbilical cord will fall off at round 3 days of life. Between the 5th and 10th day, his eyes will open and he will begin to see his new world. At this stage his eyes are a deep blue colour. He will begin to crawl around a little more. He may try to walk but will be wobbly. By the end of the first week, his shiver reflex has developed, allowing him to better regulate his body temperature.

Two to Three Weeks

The ear canals should have completely opened by now and he will be able to hear all the household sounds. The kitten is more aware of his surroundings and will start to explore his environment. He is able to purr and can stand up and walk a short distance. Baby teeth will start to appear. At the end of the third week, the kitten's eyes will begin to change to their permanent colour. Also, he will begin to eliminate on his own, without having to be stimulated.

Four to Five Weeks

The kitten is ready to start learning to use the litter box. Kittens at this age can climb, walk and run in short bursts. They will really enjoy playtime with their littermates and will begin to play with toys. This is usually a good age to start weaning kittens. Weaning can be a difficult time for a kitten. The process of weaning is a gradual one. During the weaning process, he may dip his paws or walk in his food. Although messy, this is a natural part of weaning and his way of exploring his new food.

Six to Seven Weeks and Onwards

By the seventh week, kittens should be completely weaned. This is a very active and playful stage and important for proper socialization. The more he plays and explores the more he will grow, mentally and physically. Cats are social animals and the more people interact with them the more socially developed they will become.

Continued socialization during the first year of life is of utmost importance.  In addition to play and handling, firm discipline must be established. In order for discipline to be effective, clear rules must be set from the beginning and they must remain consistent. Positive reinforcement works better than negative. Respect for the kitten's nature, unique personality  and unconditional love are essential elements to keep in mind. This helps to establish mutual respect and trust. Strong bonding and lifelong loving relationships are the ultimate goals you should be trying to achieve.

Raising a kitten properly requires plenty of time and devotion. Kittens are living creatures and as such should never be treated like inanimate objects or trinkets whose main purpose is to beautify your home or give you prestige. They should be considered a Life-Long Commitment - if you are not fully prepared for it a "Gund" would make a better choice.

 

The Breeder

I love my little kitten; she makes my house a home. 
She is my very sweetest little friend; I never feel alone.
She makes me smile; She makes me laugh; She fills my heart with  love . . .
Did some person breed her, or did she fall from above?
I've never been a breeder, never seen life through their eyes;
I hold my little kitten and just sit and criticize.
I've never known their anguish; I've never felt their pain,
The caring of their charges, through snow or wind or rain.
I've never waited the whole night through for babies to be born,
The stress and trepidation when they're still not there by morn.
The weight of responsibility for this body in my hands,
This darling little baby, who weighs but 60 grams.  
Should you do that instead of this . . . or maybe that was wrong?
Alone you fight and hope, one day, he'll grow up proud and strong.
You pray he'll live to bring great joy to someone else's home.
You know it's all just up to you; you'll fight this fight alone.
Formula, bottles, heating pads, you've got to get this right,
Two-hour feedings for this tiny guy, throughout the day and night.
Within your heart you dread that you will surely lose this fight,
To save this little baby, but God willing . . . you just MIGHT.
Day one; he's in there fighting; you say a silent prayer.
Day two & three, he's doing well, with lots of love and care.
Day four & five . . . he's still alive; your hopes soar to the heavens.
Day six he slips away again, dies in your hands, day seven.
You take this little angel, and bury him alone.
With aching heart and burning tears, and an exhausted groan,
You ask yourself, "Why do this? . . . Why suffer through this pain?"
Yet watch the joy your kittens bring, and everything's explained.
So, when you think of breeders and label them with "Greed,"
Think of all that they endure to fill another's need.
For when you buy your kitten, with your precious dollars part,
You only pay with money . . . while they pay with all their heart.

~ Author Unknown