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Fri, Nov 21st 2008, 22:49 GMT

Alththough there are some cases in which knowledgeable breeders of certain breeds (such as newly developed breeds, and, I believe, Persians sometimes) do mate close relatives, the simple answer is NO. As for breeding--I've just experienced my first attempt at breeding pedigreed Maine Coons. I'm active in the cat show world, know a lot of breeders, and have a mentor. Let me tell you, the little critters give you as much grief and trouble as joy. The most serious worry is--what will happen to the kittens? I have seven beautiful kittens who need to find homes, but even so, am unsure if I'm going to be able to do it. Tell your friend that even if she breeds cats who are not blood relatives, she would be irresponsible in the extreme if she was reduced to putting out a box labeled "free kittens." Watching my breeder, I knew that breeding was labor-intensive, but i'ts much harder than I thought. In short, if neither you nor your friend know the answer to this question, don't do it.

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Leila
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Fri, Nov 21st 2008, 09:52 GMT

I can't say 'no' enough. There are so many things to take into consideration. Are these cats registered? Are they good, healthy representations of their breed? Have they had genetic testing done? Can this woman afford all the associated costs? (pre natal testing, vet attention during the pregnancy, check ups for the kittens, vaccinations, high quality food, and heaven forbid, can she afford the costs if something goes wrong?). It would be very irresponsible of this woman to try her hand at breeding without all of these questions being met, and without guidance from soemone who really knows what they are doing. Please don't consider this. There is no money in it, and the potential for a LOT of heartache if not done properly.

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♥ Suey ♥
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Fri, Nov 21st 2008, 05:15 GMT

No, it's not a good idea. It's also equally unwise for non-breeders to breed pet cats together for no good reason other than because they want to. I hope your friend has more sense and reconsiders and I'd hope you'd have enough sense to never consider it in the first place.

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Atrus
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Fri, Nov 21st 2008, 04:33 GMT

I wouldn't think that would be a good idea. But then again, I'm not a big proponent of breeding since there are so many kitties out there looking for good homes.

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Oscar J. Cat
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Fri, Nov 21st 2008, 02:24 GMT

While it is not as big of a genetic No No as it is with humans, it is still a bad idea to breed siblings or parent to child. I am not sure if your persians are registered and if you have breeding rights, but I would think your cat's would breeder be against granting breeding rights for this purpose. Hopefully Leila the Maine Coon's mom will have some knowledge to share on this as she is a breeder and knows the "rules".

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Allie
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Fri, Nov 21st 2008, 02:22 GMT

No, you shouldn't breed cats from the same litter or that are closely related! Breeding cats is a BIG responsibility. Your friend should consider that. Reputable breeders breed for the love of their chosen breed. They do NOT make money raising and selling kittens.

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Linus
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