Male Himalayan Persian Breeding Rights in Ohio

Himalayan cats were first bred in the1930s by crossing Siamese cats with Persians. The breed was recognized by the Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) in 1957. However, in the 1980s, the CFA changed the designation of the Himalayan to a variety of Persian, so it is no longer considered a separate breed. The CFA is the largest cat registry in the world and is considered the counterpart of the American Kennel Club for dogs in terms of size and prestige. Breeding rights for male or female cats are obtained from the breeder and require registration with the CFA.

  1. To Breed or Not to Breed

    • Anyone considering breeding and purchasing a male "sire" cat from a breeder must be aware of the responsibility that comes with breeding cats. Reputable breeders will only grant breeding rights to owners who are completely committed to continuing the breeding line with show-quality cats and who demonstrate a true love for the breed. Purchasing a cat with breeding rights is more expensive than purchasing the cat for a pet, and not all breeders are willing to grant breeding rights.

    Purchasing a Male Cat to Breed

    • Start by purchasing a cat from a qualified breeder in Ohio. The best way to find breeders is to visit the CFA website, or contact the headquarters currently in New Jersey but relocating to Ohio in 2011 (see Resources). Better yet, attend cat shows in your state and request recommendations from other owners and breeders. Before purchasing a kitten from the breeder, you must discuss your plans for breeding the cat and gain the breeder's permission to provide you with breeding rights. Purchasing a cat with breeding rights will involve an additional fee. Breeding rights require that you mate your sire only with a registered Himalayan Persian dam.

    Registration with the CFA

    • When you purchase your male kitten, you will receive what is known as a blue slip from the breeder with a five-digit PIN number called a "litter PIN." This is a random number assigned by the CFA and known only to the breeder and the buyer. The number refers to your kitten's specific litter. This number is printed on the kitten's certificate of litter registration with the CFA. To fully register your cat as a purebred cat with breeding rights, you must complete the application and payment for registration with the CFA online or by mail (See Resources). This requires providing all the details of your kitten such as name, date of birth and color. If you receive a yellow slip instead of a blue slip, you must still complete the application with the CFA, but no registration payment is required -- the breeder already paid the registration fee.

    Breeding

    • Male cats should be at least 18 months old before attempting breeding. The cat must have all appropriate vaccines and veterinary exams and be suitable for breeding in terms of physical health, appearance and temperament. Never breed a cat if a health problem is present. Be aware of any traits that can be passed on to offspring, including genetic diseases. Unneutered male cats should not live with other unneutered male cats as this can increase the chances of spraying and fighting. Have your cat neutered if you decide not to breed him.