winter
12-26-04, 07:03 AM 12-26-04
Hello! Sorry- I don't have any kittens or anything else for adoption. I was just reading the ragdoll post (ah, internet drama), and wanted to write something about kitten adoption that might help some of you out when choosing kittens.
Most shelters use foster care for their young kittens. So, rather than sit in a cage all day (as is sometimes popular belief), these animals have all lived in someones house, been completely litter trained, and possibly been exposed to dogs and children. These kittens are very well socialized, and so usually are more social and adapt better to their new home. Plus, their personality will be very well known, so it's easier to find one whose personality fits yours.
So if you want a kitten, you don't have to find a breeder to insure that your kitten was "raised well." Just call the nearby shelters and see which ones use foster care.
Most shelters use foster care for their young kittens. So, rather than sit in a cage all day (as is sometimes popular belief), these animals have all lived in someones house, been completely litter trained, and possibly been exposed to dogs and children. These kittens are very well socialized, and so usually are more social and adapt better to their new home. Plus, their personality will be very well known, so it's easier to find one whose personality fits yours.
So if you want a kitten, you don't have to find a breeder to insure that your kitten was "raised well." Just call the nearby shelters and see which ones use foster care.