{"id":228,"date":"2023-11-14T15:27:34","date_gmt":"2023-11-14T22:27:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/andler.xyz\/sss\/?page_id=228"},"modified":"2023-11-14T16:50:33","modified_gmt":"2023-11-14T23:50:33","slug":"adoption-info","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/andler.xyz\/sss\/adoption-info\/","title":{"rendered":"Adoption Info"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#6d7993″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||1px|||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

Adoption Information<\/strong><\/h1>\n

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“A happy arrangement: many people prefer cats to other people, and many cats prefer people to other cats.” -Mason Cooley<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Here, at Shaded Sky Siberians, we are committed to matching our kittens\/cats with responsible and loving pet parents. We try to make the process of adopting a kitten as easy and as painless as possible. We ask that all potential adopters complete our adoption questionnaire which can be found\u00a0<\/span>here.<\/a><\/p>\n

Our kittens are ready to go to their new homes when they are between 13 and 14 weeks of age. They will be spayed\/neutered, litterbox trained, dewormed, microchipped, examined by our veterinarian, and will have received their first two core (FVRCP) vaccinations before they leave us. They are also bathed and have their nails freshly trimmed before they go to their new homes. Our litters are registered with CFA and\/or TICA, depending on the registration of the parents.<\/p>\n

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Common Siberian Health Concerns<\/strong><\/h2>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”2px|||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” open_toggle_background_color=”#7a8293″ closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#526793″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h4″ hover_enabled=”0″ toggle_text_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Selecting a Breeder” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#6d7993″ background_enable_color=”on” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”on” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Adopting\u00a0a Siberian kitten involves a considerable investment of money and time. Not only are Siberians expensive, but they can live for up to 22 years.\u00a0 It is a decision that deserves a lot of\u00a0careful thought and research.<\/p>\n

Be cautious of buying from breeders whose prices are too\u00a0good to be true.\u00a0\u00a0 Be sure to ask a lot\u00a0of questions when interviewing breeders. Find out about their health guarantee\u00a0and which health testing (initial and ongoing) they perform on their cats. Does a veterinarian examine their kittens before they are sent to their new homes?\u00a0 Have they received vaccines\u00a0appropriate for their age?\u00a0 At what age do they allow their kittens to leave for their new homes?<\/p>\n

When\u00a0selecting a Siberian kitten, consider which characteristics are most important\u00a0to you and discuss them with the breeder. The breeder should know each kitten\u00a0well and help guide you toward the right one.\u00a0Kittens are usually ready to rehome\u00a0 between 12 and 16 weeks of age, by which\u00a0time they have had their first basic vaccinations and have developed the\u00a0physical and social stability needed for a new environment. Kittens who leave\u00a0before they are 12 weeks of age may be more prone to behavioral problems and\u00a0their immune systems may not be strong enough to handle the stress of moving to a new home.<\/p>\n


*It is not unusual for breeders to occasionally have retired breeding cats\u00a0available at lower prices.<\/small><\/p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Pricing” open=”off” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#6d7993″ background_enable_color=”on” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

The current price for our pet kittens is $2500, regardless of color. This price is subject to change due to an increase in costs of veterinary care, supplies, and demand. Our pricing reflects what it actually costs to breed healthy pure-bred Siberian cats responsibly in this region. Veterinary care, genetic testing, annual HCM screenings, high-quality food, equipment, registration, on-going education, grooming supplies, and cat furniture\/toys for enrichment all add up very quickly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Waiting List and Availability” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#6d7993″ background_enable_color=”on” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off” sticky_enabled=”0″]

We do keep a waiting list for future litters. This is partially due to high demand, and it also helps us know when to plan our litters.\u00a0 A waiting list allows us to plan mating’s in such a way that we can to try to meet the demand for kittens but avoid over-producing. We want to help families find healthy Siberian kittens and cats to bring into their homes, not contribute to the unwanted kitten population.<\/p>\n

The first step in getting onto our waiting list is the completion of our\u00a0<\/span>adoption form<\/a>. This form must be submitted and reviewed before we will accept a deposit. We charge a non-refundable deposit of $100 to join our waitlist. When a litter is born, the people on our waiting list will be notified and we will narrow down which people on the list are interested in kittens from that litter. People on the list may choose to wait for another litter if they are looking for a specific gender, color, etc.\u00a0Kitten selection will happen in the order that deposits were received.\u00a0An additional deposit of $900 will be due at the time of kitten selection.\u00a0A specific kitten is not considered to be reserved until the full deposit amount of $1000 has been received. The remainder of the balance is due in cash at the time of pick up.<\/p>\n

Our kittens will fall under one of five categories.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Available = available for reservation
Reserved = a deposit has been placed and the kitten is not available
Option = we are holding onto this kitten for further evaluation. This kitten\u00a0may become available later.
Hold = we are holding this kitten for someone who has scheduled an allergy test\u00a0but has not yet put down a deposit. This kitten may be available later.<\/p>\n

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*Shaded Sky Siberians reserves the right to keep any kitten\u00a0for breeding and\/or show.\u00a0 There may be\u00a0times when we keep a kitten to evaluate but decide to make it available for
adoption at a later time.<\/p>\n

*Shaded Sky Siberians reserves the right to\u00a0decline applications for adoption at our discretion. We carefully choose the\u00a0best new family for each kitten. This is for the benefit of the kittens AND our\u00a0customers.<\/small><\/p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Male or Female?” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#6d7993″ background_enable_color=”on” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Some people have very strong opinions about which gender\u00a0they want their new kitten to be. Others are confused about which to choose.\u00a0Hopefully, we can help clear up some misconceptions about males and females and\u00a0describe some of the differences for you.<\/span><\/p>\n

Females are just as likely to spray urine when they go into\u00a0heat as unneutered males. Having your kitten spayed or neutered\u00a0by six months of age should prevent any hormonally triggered urine spraying in\u00a0both sexes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Are males more affectionate than females?\u00a0 Often, yes, but females can be just as\u00a0loveable and snuggly as the boys. It just depends on the individual kitten. We\u00a0notice that our boys are affectionate most of the time while some of the girls\u00a0have certain times of the day that they reserve for cuddles.<\/span><\/p>\n

There are rumors that female Siberians produce lower levels\u00a0of Fel d 1 than males, but spayed females and neutered males will have similar\u00a0levels of Fel d 1. There are variations in Fel d 1 levels between each cat, but this is\u00a0due to lineage and the particular genetic material of each cat. It does not\u00a0have anything to do with gender.\u00a0 Intact\u00a0cats of both genders will have higher levels of Fel d 1.<\/span><\/p>\n

The biggest difference between males and females\u00a0is their adult size.\u00a0 Full-grown males\u00a0generally get to be around 13-20 pounds while the females usually stay between\u00a08-14 pounds. If you are looking for a large cat, a male is probably a better\u00a0choice. Spayed and neutered Siberians will usually be larger because they have\u00a0stable appetites. Breeding cats may have variable appetites due to hormone\u00a0fluctuations, therefore, tend to be thinner.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Spay \/ Neuter” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#6d7993″ background_enable_color=”on” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off” sticky_enabled=”0″]

All Shaded Sky cats\/kittens will be spayed or neutered before leaving for their new homes unless other arrangements are made in advance, or the kitten is intended to be a breeding cat.\u00a0Sterilized cats lead healthier and longer lives. They have lower stress levels and maintain better body condition than their intact counterparts. Spaying a female cat eliminates the possibility of uterine and ovarian cancer and significantly reduces the risk of breast cancer. Neutering a male reduces the risk of developing testicular cancer and prostate disease. Neutering also makes your pet more even-tempered and less likely to roam, get in fights, or become lost.\u00a0Additionally, spaying and neutering can prevent hormone-triggered behavioral problems such as urine “spraying,” howling, and aggression. Did you know that females who have not been spayed are just as likely to spray when they are in heat as a non-neutered male?<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Allergy Visits” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#6d7993″ background_enable_color=”on” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off” sticky_enabled=”0″]

If you would like to visit our cattery before getting on our waiting list, we currently offer one visit for allergy testing for $50.00 per visit. Keep in mind that each Siberian produces a different level of Fel d 1, the protein that triggers the majority of cat allergies. Having a successful allergy test with us does not guarantee that you will not react to Siberians from other breeders. Please note, cats who have not been spayed\/neutered, or who are in heat, pregnant, or nursing have higher Feld1 levels.<\/span><\/p>\n

You can expect an allergy visit to last between 30 minutes to an hour, depending on your needs. It takes place in our home at a mutually agreed upon time. You will have the opportunity to meet and pet one or more of our Siberian cats, depending on the situation, and we\u2019ll see how you react to them. We recommend that you bring allergy\/asthma medication with you in case you develop symptoms but not to take it before your visit. People with severe allergies should consult with a doctor about the planned visit to discuss whether or not the visit is advisable and which precautions to take.<\/span><\/p>\n

We do ask that you do not visit any other breeders or shelters on the day of your visit to protect our cats and kittens from any illnesses from other animals. There are many fungal spores, viruses, and bacteria that can be transferred by contaminated hands, clothing, and shoes. Additionally, please do not schedule visits if you have other pets at home who are sick. We will also ask you to take off your shoes (please wear socks) and to wash your hands before handling our cats. Home visits are a great benefit to the future families of our kittens and help socialize the kittens. Still, they do create additional opportunities for illnesses to enter into their environment. We appreciate your cooperation in helping to keep our cats and kittens safe and healthy.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you have any questions regarding allergies or the testing process, please feel free to\u00a0<\/span>contact us<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Shipping” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#6d7993″ background_enable_color=”on” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off” sticky_enabled=”0″]

We\u00a0do not currently ship any cats\/kittens to other states or countries\u00a0unattended.\u00a0 You are welcome to come pick up your kitten or talk to us about possible delivery options.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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