ADOPTION QUESTIONNAIRE FOR HOUSE CAT _ KITTEN
I have attached an application at the top and at the end of this page. Click on that link to get a questionnaire application. You will need to fill it out to work with our cattery. Feel free to email me with questions: northwoodsaby@gmail.com. I respond fastest to text. My cell phone number is (970) 903-1414. You may also send mail to: Sheryl Landstrom – P.O. Box 1140, North Bend, WA 98045, USA
I also have a contract and you may view it at the end of this page. This is not something you sign or fill out unless I agree to work with you. You will be required to agree to the contract prior to taking your Abyssinian home. This is my general contract and generic. Your contract will be filled out with your information and will have the name of your Sire and your Queen and any other needed information specific to your adoption. I take the responsibility of cat ownership very seriously. This is a lifetime commitment. NO DECLAWING! No dropping off at a shelter because they are old or you have a new baby coming — think long and hard before you adopt a cat/kitten. You must return a cat to me if you are giving up your cat. Hopefully, you will never have such life circumstances that such a need of desperation arises, but if it does, I take the responsibility of making sure this cat NEVER ends up in a shelter. You will sign a contract for this. This is a family member you are adding to your home and life, and they need to be cared for for their entire life just like you would your child.
Also, you can check out my Pinterest Board with lots of my Aby’s and a few of the rescues I have taken in and helped place into homes: Northwoods Aby Pictures.
PRICE: I charge $2800 per pet kitten regardless of color or sex. Colors are Ruddy and Cinnamon pet kittens (and on rare occasions, we will have a Blue or the coveted Fawn born). We specialize in Ruddy and Cinnamon pet kittens. This price includes your pet kitten’s Spay/Neuter, Microchip, two sets of the core Vaccine series set of the FVRCP Vaccines (three deadly Feline Viruses: Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, and Panleukopenia) at 10, 13 weeks. The Rabies Vaccine is only given at the time of Spay/Neuter if they are over 3 lbs (you may need to complete this vaccine). The last FVRCP vaccine you will need to do after you get your kitten home for complete protection after the mother’s immunity has completely worn off. The FeLV/FIV vaccine, if you choose, must be given after 18 weeks (Please talk this over very carefully with your vet and know the risks of this vaccine. I make no guarantees if this vaccine is given, and this has to be your choice). We also complete the entire worming series 7, 10, and 13 weeks and Revolution Plus Rx before they leave to come to you. FeLV/FIV IDEXX or Petscan blood test, a 1-year genetic health guarantee, 1 month supply of dry food, 7 days of wet food, PreBiotic/ProBiotic with Immune Booster Supplement (essential when leaving home), grooming kit, vet health record, the “yellow” paid registration slip (CFA), kitten play package, they come scratch post trained (I will teach you how to keep this up), litter trained, and I am willing to start harness training with an Aby vest if you would like so they can go on walks (they must always be leashed – per my contract), and lifelong breeder support.
They are raised with a large dog and rambunctious human children. We call them First Responders since they run to the action and not away from it. I guarantee all my kittens to be social, outgoing, and involved. I am happy to give references as well. I have many people who come back for a second, Aby. My Aby kittens are never caged except after surgery. They are raised with us as part of the family and are super helpers. They are little dogs in catsuits!
All Producing Abyssinians have been genetically tested for PK Deficiency and PRA-CEP290. Your kitten will not carry these genetic mutations because I do not allow them in my breeding program.
As you can see, this is a costly hobby, and if all goes well, we might make about $300-$500 per kitten to put back into the cattery if there are no complications. It also gives our kids a learned work ethic. So we ask that you please understand our pricing. We keep the kittens for a minimum of 14 weeks to be spayed or neutered (YES, WE ALWAYS ALTER OUR PET KITTENS – please see the end of this page to learn more). They MUST be at least 2.5 lbs before they may come home. They will still be kittens (we promise) and will still be very fun, and they will be naturally weaned and play appropriately without scratching hard or biting hard on their human family members. They have learned family etiquette by staying with their litter-mates until this age.
They are fed a balanced omnivore diet; we rotate grain-free natural canned meats (rabbit, venison, poultry, and other meats) and dry grain-free food for nibbling on between meals. They will come eating both wet and dry foods. This ensures they will have an adjusted diet. We give you some other options in our new kitten letter, which I send out to those waiting for their kitten. Feeding them can be expensive but well worth it if you want a nice coat and a happy and healthy cat!
I try to match personalities with people. I like to do a home visit in person or via Zoom or FaceTime to help match you up with the right kitten or spend some good time on the phone talking with you. Matching the right personalities with the right kitten is vitally important. A face-to-face visit is required before you take home your kitten. Again, FaceTime, Zoom, or in-person visits will be necessary for all adoption applicants approved for a kitten.
All my breeders (parents) are DNA tested with a breeder DNA panel for over 50 genetic issues and health risks before entering my breeding program. They must also be PK Deficiency, PRA, and HCM negative. That means all our kittens are free and clear of these genetic mutations. I don’t allow breeders into my program who carry those mutations. You are welcome to view my testing documentation.
As soon as I get back your application/questionnaire, I will put you on my waiting list, as long as everything is in order. We will need to have a chat as well.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions. If at all possible, please send me a text to let me know you are sending me an email or calling. I respond much faster to text, and then we can set up a time to call.
My cost is about the same as any reputable breeder. The health and socialization of your kitten is my number one priority. I do not take deposits until kittens are 6-7 weeks old. You are put on a waiting list and after the kitten is 6-7 weeks old I may ask for an $100 deposit that will be applied to your final payment. Face-to-face transactions are required when I place a kitten with you.
Thanks for contacting Northwoods Aby out of North Bend, WA.
Please fill out the questionnaire for adoption consideration:
ADOPTION QUESTIONNAIRE FOR HOUSE CAT _ KITTEN
Below is a copy of the sale contract to be signed when we meet face-to-face and before you take your kitten/cat home. Please review by clicking on the link.
NORTHWOODS SALES CONTRACT 2025
