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Commonly Asked Questions

Q;    Where are we located?    A; We live in S/E Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. (Pakenham)

Q;    Do we have any kittens available?    A; We most likely do, but please contact us directly for up-to-date kitten availability. 

Q;  What  vetting does a Luxafel kitten have done before it leaves?  A; Our kittens are desexed, vaccinated twice, microchipped & wormed. 

Q;    What vetting will my kitten need after I bring it home?   A; Kittens will need a 3rd F3 vaccination a month after leaving along with regular worming and regular grooming etc. 

Q;    Do our kittens have genuine GCCFV pedigree papers?     A; Yes, Your kitten's pedigree papers are lodged after your kitten goes home in the name of your choice, and will be mailed to you once I've received them. 

Q;    What DNA screening do we test for?   A; We test all breeding cats for HCM, PKD, FIV & FeLV and many more illnesses. 

Q;    What is covered in your health guarantee? We include a 3-year genetic health guarantee so that means if your kitten was to pass away of a genetic disease within 3 years, we will offer a replacement kitten (t&c apply)

Q;    Will my kitten be insured when it leaves?  A; YES, you activate your complimentary Trupanion insurance policy for your kitten either before you leave here or when you get home so you have peace of mind your kitten is covered incase of any accidents. 

Q;    What is involved in applying for one of our kittens?   A; Once you've decided you would like to own a Luxafel kitten, you will need to fill out my kitten application which can be found on my available kitten tab/page. Once approved and depending on your preferences, we may have a suitable kitten available straight away, but if not you should be prepared to wait, we will contact you with an approximate wait time. Please kindly notify us if you find a kitten elsewhere so we don't waste our time matching you to one of our kittens.

Q;    When can I take my kitten home?    A; Usually from 11-12 weeks old, but it will depend on the individual kitten.

Q;    How do I transfer the kittens microchip into my name?   A; Microchip transfers are done online after you've collected your kitten. You will receive an email/text notification to approve the transfer. It's all done online and is very easy.

Q;    What do I need to take home my kitten?   A; You need a new pet carrier, preferably a hard type,  PP20 style. 

Q;    What should I feed my kitten?  A; You should always feed the same diet as we have raised the kitten on. Tummy issues can arise if you suddenly switch their foods. We feed Royal Canin wet and dry kitten food and we highly recommend you keep them on the same brand for life, but at least until they are at least 18 months old. We also feed raw fresh beef. 

Q;    Is my kitten fully litter trained and what cat litter should I buy for my kitten?    A; Yes! Of course, our kittens are litter trained We start litter training from 3-4 weeks old to instil good toileting habits for life! You should always try to use the same litter as your breeder uses if you can. We train our kittens with Catmate pine pellets, designed to be used with a sieve-style litterbox and we encourage you to use the same. It is a good litter and helps to eliminate any litter box odours. We also use clumping Tofu clumping litter with our Catlink automatic machines.

Q;    Can we keep in touch with Luxafel Ragdolls and get help & advice for the coming years?  A; Absolutely. Owners are always welcome to text us and keep in touch, We also have an FB group exclusively for my kitten buyers to share photos, tips etc. 

Q;    What will happen if my situation changes and I can no longer care for my cat?   A; We will always try to help you rehome if you need to. 

Q;    Can I take my kitten to the pet store or local park to meet people?   A; I can't recommend taking your kitten anywhere until after it completes the vaccination schedule. Even then, I still don't recommend it due to the inherent risk of catching something contagious.

Q;    Does a Ragdoll need much grooming?   A; They need some grooming, my kittens have a beautiful full coat so they will need a weekly comb-through as their coats grow and it's best to start the grooming routine while they're young so they get used to it. Keep it enjoyable for them so they don't object when they're older. 

Q;    Do I have to pay a deposit?  A; Yes ,the deposit is $500 deposit is paid to reserve a specific kitten or to hold a spot on our waitlist for an upcoming litter. Paying a deposit confirms the kitten is reserved for you and won't be sold to anyone else or can also hold your place in the que for picking a kitten from a upcoming litter and also locks in the current pricing.  How many places I offer will depend on buyers preferences and how many kittens we likely think the Queen is having. 

Q; How do I make my payments?  A; Both the initial deposit and the balance are paid via bank deposit. We do not offer Paypal because there is no buyer/seller protection for any purchases that are picked up in person. 

Q;    How much are your kittens?    A; When you buy a kitten from an ethical registered breeder, you're not just buying a kitten, you're buying 15-20 years of companionship, they were planned, born and raised in a loving home with 24/7 human interactions. You are buying a kitten bred with health and temperament paramount so it will be happy and confident with you from day 1. You are buying a kitten with lifetime breeder support and a Genetic Health Guarantee that you will never get at a bargain price.  

2024 PRICES.

Please contact us for accurate pricing. ​​

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