Adoption Terms & Agreement

Breeder and Purchaser Agree to the Following

Guarantee of Pedigree

• The breeder guarantees that the cat being sold is a Pedigree Maine Coon, registered with The International Cat Association (TICA) and the Cat Fanciers’ Federation (CFF).

Pet-Only Agreement

• This kitten is purchased for pet purposes only (NO BREEDING RIGHTS).
• The buyer agrees to spay or neuter the kitten before the age of 6 months.
• Veterinary proof of spay/neuter must be provided to the breeder, at which point registration papers for the kitten will be delivered.

Failure to Spay/Neuter

• Failure to spay or neuter the kitten by 6 months will result in the buyer forfeiting the right to register the kitten.
• Unauthorized breeding will incur a $3,000 fee, regardless of litter production.
• The cat is not to be bred at any time.

Deposit Terms

• The deposit is a payment to reserve the kitten for the buyer and ensures no other party may claim the kitten.
• The deposit is non-refundable unless the breeder is unable to deliver the kitten due to unforeseen circumstances, at the breeder’s sole discretion.
• If the breeder cannot provide the kitten, the buyer will be notified within 14 days, and the deposit will be refunded in full within 30 days.
• The deposit is non-transferable to other kittens or purchases unless explicitly agreed upon in writing by the breeder.
• If the buyer decides not to proceed, the deposit is forfeited as it compensates the breeder for reservation and administrative efforts.
• If the breeder terminates the contract due to the buyer’s non-compliance, the deposit may be fully or partially forfeited, depending on the circumstances.
• The deposit will be applied toward the kitten’s purchase price.

Final Payment & Returns

• The remaining balance is due at pick-up.
• Once full payment is received and the kitten leaves the cattery, the sale is final.
• Payments are non-refundable, except if a veterinarian diagnoses a health issue within 48 hours of pick-up.
• If a veterinarian confirms a health issue, the buyer may:
  • Return the kitten for a full refund (excluding veterinary costs), or
  • Exchange the kitten for one of equivalent value from an upcoming litter.
• Delivery fees are not included in the purchase price.

Health Guarantee at Pickup

• The kitten must be examined by a licensed veterinarian within 48 business hours (excluding weekends and holidays) of pickup.
• The breeder guarantees the kitten is:
  • Healthy to the best of their knowledge at the time of transfer.
  • Free of internal (round/hook/tapeworm), external (fleas), and fungal (ringworm) parasites.
• If a veterinarian diagnoses a condition within 48 hours, the breeder will cover treatment until resolved.
• If the kitten is deemed unfit for sale by a veterinarian, the buyer may:
  • Return the kitten for a full refund (excluding vet costs), or
  • Exchange the kitten for one of equivalent value from an upcoming litter.

Exclusions After 48 Hours

• After 48 hours, the breeder is not responsible for illnesses such as:
  • FeLV, FIV, bacterial/viral infections, parasites, or fungi contracted after leaving the cattery.
• All future veterinary costs are the buyer’s responsibility.

Health & Genetic Warranty

• The kitten has a one-year genetic health warranty (from birth) against:
  • HCM (Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy)
  • SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy)
  • PKdef (Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency)
  • PKD (Polycystic Kidney Disease)
• If a genetic defect is confirmed via necropsy report or licensed veterinarian, the breeder will replace the kitten with one of equivalent value from an upcoming litter.
• No cash refunds will be provided unless at the breeder’s discretion.
• Euthanasia due to a genetic defect must be agreed upon in writing by both buyer and breeder.

Buyer’s Obligations
The buyer agrees to:

• Have the kitten checked by a vet within 48 hours of pickup.
• Spay or neuter the kitten by 6 months of age.
• Keep vaccinations and health checks up to date.
• Provide a clean, cruelty-free environment.
• Keep the kitten indoors only (outdoor roaming is a contract violation).
• Never declaw the cat.
• Provide proper medical care as needed.
• Offer daily love and attention.

Prohibited Actions

• The cat may not be placed in:
  • Laboratories
  • Shelters
  • Pet shops
  • Cages (unless medically necessary)
• Violating these terms allows the breeder to reclaim the cat without refund.

Pickup, Transfer & Boarding Fees

• Kittens leave between 12-16 weeks old (minimum age: 12 weeks).
• The kitten must be picked up by 16 weeks.
• The buyer is responsible for all transfer or delivery costs.
• After 16 weeks, a $10 daily boarding fee applies.
• Boarding cannot exceed 30 days—after which, the buyer forfeits payments, and the kitten is re-listed

Breeder’s Right to Cancel

• The breeder may cancel the sale before transfer if deemed in the kitten’s best interest.
• If canceled, the buyer will receive a full refund of their deposit.

Transfer of Ownership

• The buyer must notify the breeder before re-homing the cat.
• The cat must live in the buyer’s home—it cannot be purchased on behalf of a third party.

Lifetime Support & Rehoming Policy

• The breeder offers lifetime support for the kitten.
• If the buyer cannot keep the cat, they must notify the breeder first.
• The breeder has the first right to take back the kitten and assist in rehoming.
• Returns are handled at the breeder’s discretion, and no refund is guaranteed.

Feb 2, 2025