Are you considering breeding cats?

For the most part, cat breeding in an enjoyable activity. There is nothing quite like welcoming a litter of new kittens, looking after the young ones and helping the little family grow. If you are lucky, you may spot in the litter your dream future show cat. And not forgetting the rewards of finding loving forever homes for kittens you have raised. 

However, there are some serious aspects that require thoughtful consideration before you decide if cat breeding is for you. Point to consider include:

• TIME
  Cat breeding can require a large amount of your time. Can you continuously and consistently devote the time needed?
• COST
  Costs of cat breeding should not be overlooked. Vet expenses can easily accumulate, especially if you need to make the midnight run to an emergency vet should something go wrong with kittening. 
• FREEDOM
  Are you used to going on holidays? Going on a holiday as a cat breeder requires extensive advance planning. Some find that taking holidays is just out of a question for them. 
• EMOTIONAL NEEDS
  How will you cope emotionally if you run into problems? Do you have support from family and friends? 
• DAY TO DAY ISSUES REQUIRING ATTENTION
  a) Daily cleaning and feeding routines. 
  b) Understanding of genetics.
  c) Understanding of feline diseases and parasites.
  d) Record maintenance.
  e) Adherence to local government and state government regulations and rules. 
  f) Proper housing.