April 28th, 2009
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Many cat lovers look for specific breeds when selecting cats. When they do, most tend to go to a breeder.
But first, consider going through a rescue group or a local shelter. Shelters often have purebreds for adoption, and rescues often have foster purebreds that are awaiting furever homes. Most purebred rescues work closely with local shelters, and many rescue cats are straight from breeders. In addition to getting exactly the breed characteristics you’re looking for at a fraction of the cost, you’ll give a discarded cat a new lease on life. Rescue groups have no shortage of kittens, either. To find a breed’s rescue organization near you, google “[breed name] rescue” (example: Burmese rescue). You’ll save a life and get just the kind of cat you want. |
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THANK YOU for advocating for shelter/rescue cats. Every truly caring person would make these their first choices! While there is even one cat homeless, we need to adopt first, never buy from “breeders” who make money from exploiting and selling living beings — unconscionable!
i amma pure tabbycat … born an sumwut raized inna parkin lot … until mi dad rescyooed me. mi brudder mickey iz frum da north shore animal leeg … i bet dere ar sum “discarded” purebreedz dere.
good advice fl.
luv–yer fan–jh