| Having made the decision to introduce a kitten to | | | | to locate, depending on your chosen breed pedigree |
| your family, now is the time to decide what type of | | | | in mind. If you're planning to home your pedigree |
| kitten would suit you the most. There are many | | | | kitten with children, it's worth researching the breeds |
| different types of kittens for sale, and not all of | | | | you are interested in, and dismissing the kittens that |
| them will be appropriate for your home. You need to | | | | have behavioural problems around youngsters! |
| work out whether you want a pedigree or a moggy. | | | | Pedigree breeds such as Siamese or Burmese cats |
| Moggies | | | | will often scratch and claw in this situation, making |
| If you choose a moggy kitten (a kitten not of any | | | | them an unsuitable choice for a home with |
| particular breed, or perhaps a mix between two | | | | youngsters. |
| specific breeds), then you can find them most places. | | | | Also, be aware of any pedigree or moggy breeds |
| Kitten classifieds on the internet, ads in local | | | | which are more prone to illnesses, and that some |
| newspapers, advertised in shop windows, or asking | | | | breeds actually have relatively short life spans, and |
| at your local veterinary surgery if they know of | | | | consider all this information before making the final |
| anyone who is looking to sell a kitten. You should be | | | | decision on what kitten you want. |
| able to locate a kitten in your town with ease. Most | | | | Having selected the breed that suits you, your family |
| likely, if a moggy kitten is your choice, all you need | | | | and your lifestyle, the best place to get your kitten is |
| to do is go and choose! | | | | through a reputable kitten breeder. Always ensure |
| Moggys are usually of a calm, friendly temperament, | | | | your pedigree cat comes with all the official |
| unless they are mixed bred with a breed that is | | | | documents so you can be sure your kitten is a 100% |
| knowingly temperamental. You can usually presume | | | | healthy pedigree kitten. You should also research the |
| they are tolerant, and friendly with. They should also | | | | average cost of your chosen breed before handing |
| be less likely to fall ill and also cheaper to keep. | | | | over any money. All the effort taken is worth it to |
| Pedigrees | | | | find the perfect kitten both for you and your family, |
| On the other hand, Pedigree kittens are often harder | | | | hopefully your kitten will be with you for many years. |