Our story started in 2009 when we saw a Maine Coon for the very first time at a show in the Good Hope Centre, Cape Town. We were blown away by their magnificence and temperament. A couple of years after tragically losing our sons cat ‘Tigger’, we really started missing having a kitty in our home. We remembered the breed that had knocked our socks off in 2009, the ‘Maine Coon’ and so we started to research these magnificent creatures. We were happy to read about these gentle giants with their wild appearance, intelligence, playful, loving and very sociable personalities. What appealed to me too was the fact that they were to be kept within your own property only (not wondering the streets, which is how we lost Tigger). The search was on and our adventure began. Once finding a credible Breeder and firmly specifying that we could have ‘ONLY 1 KITTY’ (due to us having dogs too), to falling absolutely head over heels in love with this breed and in a period of 2 years, adopting a couple more! Yes, beware, they are very addictive! I then decided that I had to spread the joy & healing this breed brings...... And so CATACOONS Maine Coon Cattery was born!
Please read this before enquiring about a kitten...
Many thanks for your interest in our cats. If you are here it means that you might be considering adopting one of our kittens.
Before you contact us, there are a few things you should know. Cats are our passion and we treat them as family members. We witness all births and from their first moments, the kittens are part of our family. After a few months spent caring for the kittens it is incredibly difficult for us to give them to someone else, especially a stranger.
Therefore, we ask for a short introduction about yourself in your email to us. A questionnaire will then be forwarded to you. Please complete each question with as much detail as possible so we can get to know you a little better.
Please understand that we will not respond to an email stating, for example, "how much for the cat?”
Before adopting a kitten, please consider the following:
Cats can live to around 20 years. This means that if you get a kitten, then you are in for many years of caring for the cat. This is especially something to keep in mind if you are thinking about a kitten, as they are only kittens for a short period of time, but they are adult cats that require care for years. If you aren't ready for that kind of commitment, then you may want to think twice about getting a cat.
A Cat is a living creature and has its own necessities in life and if you are going to adopt a kitten remember, this will require adapting your home accordingly. The first thing you have to consider is that you will need to ensure your garden is escape proof or, should you not have a garden, protect all windows and balcony doors to prevent your cat from getting out or in the case of a second floor floor dwelling or higher, from falling out.
Maine Coons are very sociable and need feline company. You will need to consider adopting siblings or saving a rescue kitten for companionship. You will need to ensure that the kitten/cat feels comfortable and safe in your home. Cats should have a scratch post and a comfy bed to sleep in. Cats, especially Maine Coons, love to play so your time and some toys are also required to fill this need. Cats can damage your home and belongings if their needs aren't met. This is an unavoidable part of having a pet. You'll have to clean the litter box regularly, prepare food, brush, pet and play with your cat every day.
Kittens, like human babies, need to spend time with their moms and siblings to be well educated and socialized. This is the reason we cannot let our kittens leave before they are 12 weeks old. At 12 weeks old kittens are still young enough to bond with you and your family.
Now that you know what is required and if you feel you are ready for a cat please send us an email.
Before you contact us, there are a few things you should know. Cats are our passion and we treat them as family members. We witness all births and from their first moments, the kittens are part of our family. After a few months spent caring for the kittens it is incredibly difficult for us to give them to someone else, especially a stranger.
Therefore, we ask for a short introduction about yourself in your email to us. A questionnaire will then be forwarded to you. Please complete each question with as much detail as possible so we can get to know you a little better.
Please understand that we will not respond to an email stating, for example, "how much for the cat?”
Before adopting a kitten, please consider the following:
Cats can live to around 20 years. This means that if you get a kitten, then you are in for many years of caring for the cat. This is especially something to keep in mind if you are thinking about a kitten, as they are only kittens for a short period of time, but they are adult cats that require care for years. If you aren't ready for that kind of commitment, then you may want to think twice about getting a cat.
A Cat is a living creature and has its own necessities in life and if you are going to adopt a kitten remember, this will require adapting your home accordingly. The first thing you have to consider is that you will need to ensure your garden is escape proof or, should you not have a garden, protect all windows and balcony doors to prevent your cat from getting out or in the case of a second floor floor dwelling or higher, from falling out.
Maine Coons are very sociable and need feline company. You will need to consider adopting siblings or saving a rescue kitten for companionship. You will need to ensure that the kitten/cat feels comfortable and safe in your home. Cats should have a scratch post and a comfy bed to sleep in. Cats, especially Maine Coons, love to play so your time and some toys are also required to fill this need. Cats can damage your home and belongings if their needs aren't met. This is an unavoidable part of having a pet. You'll have to clean the litter box regularly, prepare food, brush, pet and play with your cat every day.
Kittens, like human babies, need to spend time with their moms and siblings to be well educated and socialized. This is the reason we cannot let our kittens leave before they are 12 weeks old. At 12 weeks old kittens are still young enough to bond with you and your family.
Now that you know what is required and if you feel you are ready for a cat please send us an email.