30/07/2025
Why Do Breeders Rehome Retired Cats?
We sometimes see questions: “How can you just get rid of a cat once it’s done breeding?”
The answer is simple — we don’t “get rid” of anyone. Every cat that has lived in our home has been deeply loved, cherished, and treated as part of our family. 💕 They’ve slept on our laps, made us laugh, and filled our hearts. And when their time in our breeding program comes to an end, we owe it to them to make sure they continue to receive that same love and attention for the rest of their lives.
Breeding is our passion — to improve and protect this beautiful breed. But to do it responsibly, we must find balance. We would love to keep every cat forever, but realistically, we can only give proper care, space, and love to a limited number. If we kept every retired breeder and brought in new lines, we’d quickly face overcrowding, stress, and health or sanitary issues — not to mention the risk of not being able to give each cat the individual attention they deserve. That’s not fair to them, or to the breed.
That said, sometimes… a cat just steals your soul. ✨ No matter what plans you had, they’ve claimed a forever spot in your heart — and in your home. We already have four such cats who will be staying with us for life, even after their breeding journey ends. They’ve made themselves irreplaceable. 🥰
So, when we do decide to retire a cat, we do so with a heavy heart — but also with deep care. We search for loving, permanent homes where they can be the center of someone’s world. Their new families often stay in touch, and seeing them happy, spoiled, and adored is one of the most rewarding parts of this journey. ✨
Rehoming is never about discarding — it’s about doing what’s right for the cats, always.❤️