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🐾 About the Siberian Cat

The Siberian is a powerful, expressive, and emotionally intelligent cat, originating from the cold forests of Russia. With roots going back over a thousand years, this ancient breed was once cherished in monasteries and homes alike — known for their quiet watchfulness, playful spirit, and remarkable resilience.

Siberians mature slowly, often taking 3–5 years to reach full adulthood. This means they keep their kitten-like playfulness well into maturity. Their personalities are often described as dog-like: loyal, curious, and eager to be part of the family’s rhythm.

🌿 Hypoallergenic by Nature

Siberians are among the few breeds that naturally produce lower levels of the Fel d 1 protein, the allergen responsible for most cat allergies. While no cat is fully hypoallergenic, many allergy-sensitive families report little to no reaction when living with a Siberian — even in multi-cat homes.

However, reactions can vary. We’re happy to answer questions and guide you through allergy considerations if needed.

🧪 Allergy Test Kit (Optional)

We offer an allergy test program for potential adopters who want to assess their sensitivity before committing.

How it works:

  1. Mail us a clean cotton T-shirt or pillowcase (or ship one to us via Amazon)

  2. We leave the item in our cattery for 7 days to collect fur and dander

  3. We ship it back to you for in-home exposure testing

Cost: $45 (includes return shipping)
Payment accepted via: Zelle or Venmo

Note: This is not a medical test and cannot guarantee your reaction.

💵 Deposits & Reservation Process

We require two non-refundable deposits to ensure smooth planning and kitten matching:

  • Waitlist Deposit – $50
    Secures your place in line. You may indicate preferences (color, gender, personality). You can defer your selection to a future litter without losing your spot.

  • Reservation Deposit – $200
    Due once you select your kitten. Both deposits apply toward the final kitten price.

Please wait for our confirmation before submitting any payments.

💰 Kitten Pricing — $2,800

Our Siberian kittens are $2,800, which reflects the extensive care, ethical breeding practices, and dedicated early socialization we provide. Each kitten receives individualized attention, premium nutrition, veterinary oversight, and intentional temperament development to ensure they grow into confident, healthy companions.

This price includes:

  • Full veterinary exam

  • Age-appropriate vaccinations (core FVRCP)

  • Deworming

  • Microchipping

  • Spay/neuter agreement

  • TICA registration (after proof of sterilization)

We are committed to raising exceptional, well-adjusted kittens who are ready to thrive in their new homes.

💳 Accepted Payments

  • Deposits: Zelle or Venmo

  • Final Payment (at pickup): Zelle, Venmo, or Cash

  • We do not accept personal checks or credit cards at this time.

Each kitten is sold with:

  • A signed sales agreement

  • A spay/neuter contract

  • A health and genetics guarantee

🩺 Health & Veterinary Care

All our kittens are:

  • Examined by a licensed veterinarian

  • Vaccinated (core FVRCP series)

  • Dewormed and microchipped

  • Tested for FeLV/FIV and screened for infectious diseases (upon request)

You’ll receive full health records at pickup. Kittens are ready to go home between 12–16 weeks, depending on their development.

✈️ Pickup Only – No Shipping

We do not ship kittens. All pickups must be done in person from our home in Silicon Valley, California. We’re happy to arrange a safe, quiet environment for introductions and hand-off.

🐾 Declawing Policy

We do not support or allow declawing. This is a harmful procedure that removes part of the toe and can cause chronic pain and behavioral issues.

Instead, we encourage:

  • Regular nail trimming

  • Plenty of vertical and horizontal scratching options

  • Positive reinforcement — Siberians are smart and trainable

✂️ Spay/Neuter & Registration

All kittens are sold with a spay/neuter agreement to be completed between 6–8 months of age. Once we receive proof of sterilization, we’ll provide TICA registration papers for your kitten.

This policy supports ethical breeding practices and helps preserve the integrity of the Siberian breed.