How To Find a Great Savannah Cat Breeder

Whether you've recently been won over by the majestic beauty of savannah cats or you've raised savannah cats before, there's nothing quite like raising one of these regal beings. They're a source of constant wonder and surprise, and they're great additions to all sorts of families. However, it’s important to locate a good breeder to ensure that your cat has been raised ethically and that there are no underlying health and other issues that could complicate your ownership.

While it can be tempting to go with the first savannah cat breeder you find, savannah cats live for 15 to 20 years or more. That makes the selection process even more important, as your next cat will be a long-term member of your family, and any issues with the process or their parents could present significant challenges during your ownership. 

Execute a Contract Cat

The most important is some kind of contract between you and your savannah cat breeder that outlines specific details about the cat, it's health and what might happen if a congenital or genetic defect presents itself. The contract outlines what you're expected to do as a cat owner, including the level of care you're expected to maintain. Since these are wild animals, it may also include provisions to take back the animal if you're unable to continue care. The goal is to protect the health and well-being of the cat, even if a given owner is unable to continue care.

Verify Membership

Another important aspect of finding the right savannah cat breeder is to confirm that your chosen breeder is a member of TICA, or The International Cat Association. TICA is the only way you'll know that a chosen cat is a pure-breed, as well as what the parentage is, and only catteries that are registered with TICA should be considered. Otherwise, you'll have no idea if those Bengal kitten breeders or f1 cat breeders are deceiving you with a lookalike that may be nothing more than a plain domestic cat, or a cat riddled with health or other parentage issues.

Savannah cat breeders that are not a member of TICA might be able to get you a savannah cat at a steep discount, but only TICA can confirm whether a kitten is a true savannah cat, as well as its pedigree. Furthermore, in many municipalities, this paperwork is required to legally own a savannah cat, and you can face fines and other criminal liability if you purchase an unregistered cat.

There’s No Rush

But before you start scouring the internet and asking, "Where can I buy a savannah kitten?", do your research. If the price seems too good to be true or someone is in a rush to offload a savannah cat, you could be opening yourself up to various legal and personal safety issues. These cats are wild, after all, and the wrong parentage mixed with poor living conditions could put you and your family at risk. This goes for all savannah cats, including those raised by hybrid cat breeders and those with hybrid kittens for sale.

Unlike breeders that are looking to jump in and out and make a buck doing it, the best savannah cat breeders are thoughtful, involved breeders that won't ever disappear just because they've made a sale. The top savannah cat breeders care for all their cats, and they're typically available to answer questions, provide feedback and will even reach out to other breeders, vets or nutritionists if there's a particularly challenging problem.

If you're talking to a savannah cat breeder that can't answer basic questions about care, feeding and behavior, you're likely dealing with an illicit entity. Most breeders love talking cats with others, and their concern and love for these majestic beings is readily evident. 

To learn more about savannah cat breeders and what to look for when starting a search for a savannah cat, contact the experts at F1 Savannahs. We'll help you find the right savannah cat for you, and as a TICA registered breeder you can trust that we're the real deal.

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