ABOUT US 

 

 

I stumbled on this breed by accident about 17 years ago. I just happened to go to a cat show and saw a lady about 5′ 9″ carrying a long haired cat. She literally had cat, from her chin to her knees. My graciousness, what have I found?!

 

And that is truly how all of this started. Being a life long cat lover, I had luckily found THE CAT OF ALL CATS!

Brown Classic Male Maine Coon – 20 Months Old.

There is absolutely nothing else in the cat world quite like a Maine Coon.

 

Once you own a Maine Coon, I seriously doubt you will ever consider owning any other cat breed. With that said, you have to realize that I am very prejudiced toward the Maine Coon Breed.

I am sure every serious breeder of every breed of cat feels the same way about their breed.

 

 

I have been breeding and producing world quality show and pet Maine Coon Cats since 2010 in the northern region of australia.

 

I am retired from working as a vet doctor and 100% of my time is devoted to the well being of my cats and cattery. Anyone that knows me will tell you, they are my passion. 

 

This started out many years ago as a small hobby and now it’s like a dairy farm in that it requires my full attention 24/7. The cattery building is located approximately 150 feet from my home and I actually spend more hours in the cattery than I do in my home.

 

I try to be with all litters when born.  All kittens are handled daily from birth and are well socialized prior to being placed in new homes at a minimum of 11 weeks of age.

 

No one who has placed a deposit to reserve a kitten is required to take a kitten home that they are not 100% pleased with. Satisfaction, as well as health, are guaranteed here at Sunshine Cattery.

 

What to expect from a Professional and Ethical Pet Breeder like us: A quality pet that is healthy and socialized, a legal sales contract, a written health guarantee, all kitten/cat health records including all shots given and test results, and a willing sounding board for any and all questions that may arise once you take your pet home. In essence, the breeder should be a resource person for you when needed.

 

What the Breeder Expects from the Pet Purchaser: An honest person that will provide a safe and loving home for their new pet. Someone who will actually fulfill ALL requirements stated on the sales contract. Be sure to read the complete contract prior to signing it. It is a legal document and once signed may be upheld in small claims court if not fulfilled within the time frames stated on the contract.

 

One of the great joys of being a breeder is the interaction you have with the kitten purchaser on the day they get to take their new kitten home. The excitement and pure joy expressed on peoples faces, regardless if they are 10 or 75 years old is absolutely priceless.

 

I remember back years ago, I had only been breeding Maine Coon Cats for a few years. This young girl, about 11 years old and her mother came out to visit the cattery. The child truly wanted a kitten, but the mother told her she would have to save her allowance and do other chores to earn money to buy her a kitten.

I really did not give this situation much thought after that. But approximately two years later the mother and daughter came back out for a visit. The daughter was proudly carrying a covered shoe box as she entered the cattery. Once inside, she stated she was ready to purchase her new kitten and handed me the shoe box. Once I took the lid off, I discovered it was filled with $1.00 bills.

 

After carefully counting the $1.00 bills several times, it was obvious that she was $3.00 short of the total kitten price. I looked at the mother and I thought the daughter, now 12, was about to cry. I told her how impressed I was that she had worked and saved her money and if it was alright with her mother, I would donate to her the $3.00 that she needed.

 

To make a long story shorter. This was one proud parent and one absolutely thrilled 11 year old girl. I shall always remember her smile as she selected her kitten and got in the car to take the kitten home.

 

You have a lot of experiences dealing with the public. Some are better than others. But this one was precious and I will treasure it always.

 

As you will quickly discover once you get your new Maine Coon Kitten settled and adjusted to its new home. You have truly purchased something different and unique from any other pet!