frequently asked questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are you located?

• Kokomo, Indiana USA

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Do you breed full blooded Maine Coons?

• I specialize in Euroline Maine Coons only.  Most of our breeders were imported by Russia, some are born here, or I work closely with breeders who also import their Maine Coons from Russia.

Do you breed any other type of cat?

• We do not breed any other type of cats.

Who are you registered with?

• We are registered with Tica.  Our cattery name is WILDCATCREEK.  You can call to confirm.  Tica no longer allows you to look up Catteries on their website which is a great idea as to help prevent scams.
• A note from Tica: Some individuals were using the cattery list to falsify documents to look like one of the catteries listed on TICA's website.​

Do you sell breeding rights?

• No I do not sell breeding rights.

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Do you stud out your males?

• ​​This could potently bring in viruses to my cattery and harm our cats.  I will not stud out any of my males.

Do you ship your cats?

• We do not offer cargo shipping due to USDA regulations. It's illegal to ship cargo if you have more than 4 breeding females.
• We do not personally deliver our cats to your home. You will need to make arrangements to get your kitten.  We are located in Kokomo, IN.   
• ​If you plan to fly into Indianapolis Airport I can meet you at the bagging area. Delivery fee is $300 which will be paid before I leave with your kitten.  This price is for gas, wear and tear on our vehicle, meals, cat carrier, and my time.  I do not live close to the airport which this will take most of my day to bring a kitten to the airport.
• You can fly into Indianapolis airport and rent a car to come here.
• Another option is to drive here and stay at a Hotel in Kokomo, IN and drive the rest here.  The hotels in Kokomo, IN are about 19 minutes away from my home.

​Do you allow visiting?

• We are a closed cattery for the health of our cats.  This is also our home as well.  We have plenty of pictures and videos of the parents and kittens, catio, and past families who have received kittens from us on this website.  Our home is also our "cattery."  Therefore, we do not conduct cattery tours, allowing the public onto our property and into our home "just to check out how large our baby kittens are" or "to see European Maine Coons for the first time". This would put our kittens at risk for outside diseases as they are not yet fully immunized.  Although visiting kittens is fun, there is no health benefit or bonding that occurs from the visit.  Your kitten will quickly bond to you and your family once you have them home.  This also can bring on stress to our mothers when bringing strangers to see their kittens or almost due. My first priority is making sure my cats are in a stress free atmosphere. All of our cats/ kittens are well socialized and will bond quickly once in your home.

​How do I know it's not a scam?
There are ways to know if someone is a scammer or not. 

• Ask for their name, location, Cattery name, and which organization they are registered with.  You can call Tica or CFA to confirm the information is correct and they are registering the kittens.  I'm registered with Tica and they no longer allow just anyone to look on their website for Catteries.  Too many people were stealing names so they took it down.
• Ask for their vet information, google it to make sure it's a real place, and call them. My vet information is above.
• If you can't follow your money do not trust them. If they only accept Walmart to Walmart, Money Gram, Western Union, etc that is how you cannot follow your money.  Once it's gone it's gone.  However if you are purchasing from another country that will be different.  I import mine and have to use Western Union or Money Gram.  In the states I would never use them.
• If they are pushy that's a red flag. Real breeders care where their kittens go.
• If the price is too good to be true it probably is.  Breeding correctly is very expensive. 
• If they have a generic name on their website or Facebook page that's a red flag too. A breeder is proud of their Cattery name.  They will not have Maine Coons for Sale or Maine Coons for Cheap or anything along these lines.  They will use their Cattery name.
• Look at pictures and they should all be very similar.  If they have multiple backgrounds I would be leery of stolen pictures. 
• Scammers usually post several kittens of all different colors and say they are the same age.  Most do not realize certain parents cannot produce certain colors.  Breeders never have that many kittens available at once at the same age either.
• On Facebook, once they scam someone, they have to make a whole new page.  They will not have very many followers either.  You should always go through their page and see if other families are posting pictures that have received kittens.  Also I have a group where families can post their kittens. 
• Websites are similar and they are always making new ones with stolen pictures.  They like to steal pictures from Russian breeders.
• A reputable breeder will not have issues answering these questions.  You can also be scammed by just talking to the person on the phone or seeing a video.  It's wise to always do your research before committing to a Breeder.

Are you cats health DNA tested?

• We test our cats through Optimal Selection. Optimal Selection tests for 40+ health genetics which our cats are all negative for. Our cats are also tested through our vet for Feline Leukemia (FeLV)/ Feline AIDS (FIV) and negative.​​
• All Maine Coons in a breeding program should be DNA tested for Congenital HCM, PKD, and SMA. Congenital HCM is a congenital heart defect found in 3 out of every 10 untested Maine Coons. Do not let any breeder talk you into thinking that their adult cats do not need this DNA test. This is regardless of whether they had the ECHO. An ECHO only lets you know if there is a current heart issue, an ECHO will not reveal if they carry the gene for it and if they will develop it later or pass it down to kittens. Congenital HCM will show up between 1 and 4 years old (on average) and it is not curable. Both parents need to be tested to ensure that the kitten does not have the Congenital HCM gene. Have the breeder provide proof of DNA testing if needed.

Who is your veterinarian?

• Tri-County Veterinary Clinic
• https://tricountytowncounty.wixsite.com/tri-countyvetclinic

​Do you declaw your cats?

• ​​None of our cats we have are declawed.  It's inhumane and can cause a lot of issues for the cat.  I have suggestions of cat scratching posts, toys, etc under "About Maine Coons."  The contract that comes with your kitten will state it will not be declawed.  If they are the contract is void.

​Can my Maine Coon go outside?

• ​Maine Coons have been bred for years to be an indoor animal. They can only go outside if you have them in a harness with a leash or a catio to stay safe.  They cannot roam outside.  If you plan to get one of my kittens to put outdoors you will need to look elsewhere.  Reputable breeders will not let you have a kitten knowing you will let it roam outdoors.​  Here is a link about why it's harmful to cats and how to safely have them go outside with you.

How big does your cats get?

• European Maine Coons usually stop growing around age 5.  It's based on their genetics how much they will weigh by then.  Females can be around 15 lbs and males around 25 lbs.  Past families have told us their female was already 20 lbs or their male was close to 30 lbs.  It's really their length than weight that makes them large. Our breeders are not fixed so their weights are going to be different than a pets.  We do have a few fixed cats here and their fur is much fuller and weigh more. 

Will the kittens eyes stay blue?

• All kittens are born with blue eyes but none of ours will keep that color.  Ours are a gold color by the time they leave us.  We do not have any breeders with the gene for the blue eye color.

Can I purchase a kitten as a gift?

• If the kitten is living in your home and it's a gift to the family yes they can be sold as a gift.  If you plan to give away the kitten then no.  The person who signs the kitten contract is the one who is responsible for the kitten.  Kitten Health Contract is not transferable.  This is a huge commitment for 12-15 years or longer.

Do you accept payment plans?

• Once you have your deposit in you can pay as often as you like.

How do I introduce my cat/dog to the new kitten?

• ​When you get home it's best to have a room ready for your kitten to themselves.  Have their food, water, litter, toys, bed, etc. in there with them.  Everything is new and scary so expect the first few days to not be quite themselves.  They can check each other out between the doors and then slowly introduce them to each other.  Usually it's a quick transition for your kitten.  It's much easier for them than an older cat to adjust.
• Always quarantine a new pet away from other animals for a minimum of 10 days.

Which hotels are near you?

• ​All the hotels are about a 19 minute drive from our home.

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Where do I pick up my kitten?
We are an hour away from Indianapolis, IN.  We are less than 3 hours away from Chicago, Illinois.

​You will pick up your kitten at Wildcat Creek Cattery Maine Coons here in Kokomo, IN 46901. You will see our sign in the yard to know you are at the right place!  When you arrive here you will need to call or text me and tell me which vehicle you are in.  I will bring out your kitten and their items to you.  Please be on time as I will have others picking up their kitten the same day.  I understand traffic and construction could play a factor.  Let me know if that is the case if you run into it.  I do not post my address publicly as that is a safety hazard to my family and my cats. Those who get a kitten from me of course will get that information.

• If you no call/ no show on the scheduled day for pick up, this will result in loss of your kitten; allowing other families the option of the kitten.
• I will have a set day that kittens will need to be picked up.  Please adjust accordingly or there will be a $25 boarding fee per day up to one week.

What comes with my kitten?

• A beautiful, well socialized Maine Coon Kitten​
• Mixed kitten food of Purina Pro Plan, Purina One Kitten, Royal Canin Maine Coon (for a well balanced diet you can mix.  This also helps with transition if you plan to use one of these.  Always add new kitten food slowly.)
• ​Wet food
• Toys
• Tica registration paper
• Vet checked, first core vaccine, deworm, and Revolution preventative​
• Kitten Health Contract
• Free 30 day pet insurance
• Life time support for you and your kitten.

*You will need to provide your own carrier.

What is the adoption process?

1. I suggest researching about Maine Coons to make sure they are a good fit for you and your family.

2. Please read frequency asked as this answers a lot of questions you might have.  Also look over the website. There are many pictures, videos, and Maine Coon information. I am always adding to them. If you do not see your questioned answered you are welcome to contact me.

3. If you are serious about getting a Maine Coon kitten from me, please fill out the kitten application. Once I have approved it, I will email you the link to join. You will create your own password to get in. You can also check in whenever you like.

4. I have 2 options with the VIP group.

• Option 1: The deposit waiting list is now open to those who want to secure their spot for a Maine Coon kitten. $500 non-refundable Deposit, per kitten, that goes towards the price of the kitten. This does not expire and locks in your price.
• Option 2: You can join for free. After the deposit list has picked their kitten, you will have a choice on any kittens that are still available. You are always welcome to send in a deposit at another time if you want to secure your spot.

5. Those on the deposit list will be contacted personally with the kitten(s) color/ gender they have chosen. Those who are not on it, I will email the Maine Coon Manor newsletter out to approved applicants. This will be first come, first serve.

6. If there are any kittens that are still available after 24 hours, I will post them publicly. Those who do not have an application in yet will be required to fill one out inquiring any available kitten.

7. $500 non-refundable deposit is required to hold a kitten once it becomes available. This does go towards the price of the kitten. Kittens must be paid in full and Contract signed before leaving. I will not hold a kitten without a deposit.

8. The Kitten Health Contract must be e-signed after deposit is sent in which will be emailed to you. You can read it on this page.

10. Pick up days are firm. The dates will be posted several weeks before they become available. Unless you are flying into Indianapolis Airport, then that day must be scheduled after pick up days. Please check delivery fee to the airport.

11. You can follow the Maine Coons on social media to see cute videos and pictures; Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. Past families interact most on Facebook. I also have a group where past families post their kittens.

13. I have a Facebook group. Only those with kittens/ retired cats from my cattery or an approved application can join.

12. All of our kittens come with a care package to help transition into their new home.
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• Past families who are wanting another kitten I gave a $100 discount per kitten.
• Maine coons do best in 2's. They are very social and love to have a companion. This also helps with boredom and behavioral issues. I give a $100 discount to new families taking 2 kittens home at once.

I have first choice on kittens.

kitten application here

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