We have made a very difficult decision regarding one of our breeding males, Sullivan. If you read about him and Beatrix in our previous posts, they both came from a breeder in Russia (Magnet Coon or Coon Magnet). Before I adopted them I thought that I had done all of my homework about this breeder in particular. Looking back there were several red flags I missed; I don't think Beatrix was the kitten I put a deposit on , she only sent a few pictures in the months I waited for her, and never sent promised papers or a contract. Even though I will never meet this breeder in person, she is a horri ..read more

Our kittens will be 3 weeks old tomorrow and they are growing unbelievably fast! As happy as I am that they are thriving, I am sad that I will have to say goodbye to them once they are 12 weeks old. My family reminds me that these  kittens will give someone else as much happiness and joy as they've brought me, and I hope to get frequent updates and pictures once they leave us. A piece of my heart will go home with my fur babies :( I get quite a few hateful, hurtful messages a few times a week (mostly on Facebook) about how heartless and cruel I am to be breeding cats and contributing to the h ..read more

In early  December our Voodoo went through her third heat. Her affectionate, loud MEOWS let us know that she was again searching for a mate. Because of the risk of pyomtra in unaltered female cats, we decided to breed her with Kris King. Kris is such a loving cat, and he was very gentle and affectionate with Voodoo.  A few weeks after their "date" we noticed that Voodoo's appetite greatly increased, her belly began to swell, and her nipples began to show. These are all excellent indicators of pregnancy, but we wanted an ultrasound to confirm. The vet noticed at least 3 kittens on the ultrasoun ..read more

We were lucky enough to spend 13 wonderful years with Lily, my sweet (and a little weird) rescue cat. When my now 14 year old son was just 9 months old, my husband and I decided it was time to adopt our first pet together. So much life has happened in those 13 years since we brought her home; we've moved twice, welcomed 2 babies, lost loved ones, and throughout it all Lily was there willing to give a snuggle or a reassuring look.   Lily was a happy cat but she never could purr.  In the middle of the night she would loudly meow throughout the house and leave "gifts" for me near my bed. Usually ..read more

Meet Snookie, the newest addition to our crazy cat crew (and family)! Snookie joins us from the Netherlands, and on her first day in her new home she was terrified of us. Understandably so after spending hours in a crate, flying halfway around the world, and coming to  a brand new home. When we adopt new kitties, we always quarantine them until the vet gives the all clear that they are healthy and free from parasites. We tucked Snookie in for the night, gave her fresh water and  a new bowl of food, and let her relax.  After a good nights rest, Snookie warmed right up to us! When my Beatrix wa ..read more

I'll admit I suffer from anxiety and depression. Most days are great, but some days (especially long, cold, dark, winter days) are just HARD! If you don't have anxiety, first off I envy you! But if you are a fellow anxiety sufferer, hello my friend you are NOT alone. You're probably wondering what does this have to do with breeding cats...well in a sense, everything.  When researching breeders in the United States, most Maine Coon cat breeders are selfish with breeding rights and I don't blame them one bit. In fact, I'll be the same way. These are NOT just cats to me, they are a dream and are ..read more

Voodoo. Her name is absolutely perfect for her. She traveled all the way from a fabulous breeder in Ukraine and she is still getting used to being in America with new owners, a new home, and a new life! She was used to eating a raw diet, and although several other breeders would agree this is the best diet for them, we disagree for several reasons. Anyway, enough about food, let's talk about my girl! Voodoo is the smallest of our Maine Coons and is quite the boss lady. She had our 70lb malamute (Suki) trapped behind our couch and would not let her out. Suki cowered and cried until we cam ..read more

Kris King joined our family on August 9, 2019 after a very long voyage all the way from Ukraine! You might be wondering why we didn't just buy locally and nearby. After breeding hedgehogs for several years, I understand the importance of a healthy breeding stock free of disease, health problems, and genetic defects. Not only did I want to adopt healthy cats with amazing temperaments, but I wanted to breed Maine Coons with European Lines. The European Maine Coons are typically more "wild" looking with more distinguished facial features, a stockier build, and bigger in size. There were no breed ..read more

After Beatrix was diagnosed with FIP, the vet explained that there is no treatment and no definitive reason why cats get this disease. I made a promise to her that once she started struggling to breathe again I would have her euthanized.  FIP is heartbreaking and not fair. Why her? Why me?  I hoped and prayed for my cat's to arrive here safely after years of waiting to fulfill this dream, and it seemed like a cruel trick to have to say goodbye to her already.  I'm still heartbroken, angry, and a little lump rises in my throat when I see pictures of her ..read more

I waited months to bring my Beatrix home. For years I begged my husband to let me breed Maine Coons, and when he finally agreed I began researching breeders. Most breeders in the United States will not release breeding rights, so I found a recommended breeder in Russia. When I placed my deposit on my sweet baby Beatrix, I fell in love with her and we hadn't even met. She flew all the way from Russia, and I was expecting her to be very nervous and shy. When I opened up her crate at the airport, she jumped right into my arms and purred. She was happy to be out of her crate, and I cried tea ..read more