Home   History   Breed Info   The Pharaohs   The Queens   The Royal Kittens   Show Stars   The Royal Family   Acquiring A Mau   References   Links   Contact Us		ACQUIRING A MAU When you start looking for a mau of your own, there are many points to consider that are outlined below. However, once you meet a mau, you might leave wondering, "Did I chose him or did he choose me?" GC,RW Ra's Abi's Nepra Though the silver often catches your eye, don't be surprised if a smoke captures your heart! Selecting a Breeder – While the price of acquiring a mau can be an important issue, we encourage prospective mau owners to focus on taking their time and carefully selecting a breeder who is knowledgeable about genetics and utilizes this knowledge in their breeding program. The mau is a rare breed with a small, limited gene pool that can and does present health issues without the careful and appropriate selection of matings based on genetics. A reputable breeder will not be offended if you ask detailed questions regarding their breeding program, will welcome a visit to their cattery, will share their pedigrees, will actively show to obtain objective assessment and feedback from the judges, has established positive long-term relationships with new owners, works with other mau breeders, actively participates in mau organizations to share and learn about the breed and is always available to you. Health Guarantee - Our cattery is FELV (feline leukemia) and FIV negative. Our kittens come with a health guarantee and a state-required health certificate at time of delivery. Registration - All of our cats are CFA registered and are sold with registration papers. Pre-purchase questionnaire - Prospective Mau owners will need to fill out a detailed pre-purchase questionnaire to help us get an idea of what you are looking for (such as color, sex, quality – pet or show, and temperament) in order to ensure the best match possible with your household. So, feel free to email us for a copy. Non-refundable deposit for reservation list - We require a non-refundable holding fee/deposit of $175.00 (boys) or $225.00 (girls) and a signed sales contract to reserve a kitten. Of course, it is refundable if we do not supply the kitten within the agreed upon time. Contract - We require all prospective “Mau parents" to review and sign a detailed sales contract. Since we practice early spay and neuter, our kittens are sold already altered (spayed/neutered) and micro-chipped, billed at cost to the owner. The contract is fairly detailed and states that the cat must not be declawed or allowed outdoors. Once we have received your completed questionnaire and have talked with you, we would be happy to provide a copy of our sales contract for your review. Age Available – Once a kitten has learned its life skills (birth to 8 weeks of age), is fully vaccinated (except for rabies which should be given after 20 weeks of age) and is fully socialized by the mother (8 to 12-16 weeks of age) and by us, he or she is usually ready to go to a new home by 16 weeks of age, but no earlier than 14 weeks of age. We do not force wean our babies and encourage the motherly bond until each kitten establishes its independence. Although your spotted youngster can't go home with you until at least 14 weeks old, you are welcome to visit. As an experienced breeder, we reserve the right to hold any kitten until we think it is ready to leave us. We also reserve the right to refuse sale to anyone at any time until finding the perfect home for our babies to ensure a long, healthy, pampered life. Baby Book and Owners Manual - By acquiring a mau, you will join an elite group of cat owners who have a living link to the past! Our owners are proud of and excited about their new family member(s). Our new owners tell us that they just love having the baby book we send with their mau and enjoy sharing it with family and friends. The book contains much information and pictures of your mau (at birth, with the mother and at 12-16 weeks of age). We usually take a sample baby book with us to shows so feel free to visit us at shows and ask to see it!
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