Our Mission

Long before our kittens are ready to join their new families, they are surrounded by an extraordinary amount of care, attention, and hands-on involvement.

Approximately two weeks before a queen’s due date, she moves into our guest bedroom where she can relax in a quiet, comfortable environment designed specifically for motherhood. During this time, one of us moves in with her so she gets the one-on-one attention she deserves and never feels alone as she prepares for delivery. 

When labor begins, we are there every step of the way to support both mama and kittens. We monitor deliveries, cut cords, dry newborns, clear airways when necessary, and ensure each kitten gets off to the strongest possible start. Most importantly, we make sure mama has everything she needs so she can focus on caring for her brand new babies.

For the first week of life, we continue sleeping beside the nest so we can closely monitor the kittens around the clock. Every kitten is weighed daily to ensure steady growth and development. While we allow mothers to do the important work nature intended, we intervene when necessary. If a kitten is struggling to gain weight or needs extra support, supplemental feeding and individualized care begin immediately.

Growing, Learning, and Exploring

Around three weeks of age, the kittens begin venturing out of the nest and are ready for their next big milestone. At that point, they move into our dedicated kitten nursery—affectionately known as the Kitten Garden. This is where kittens begin learning many of the skills they’ll use for the rest of their lives:

• Reliably use the litter box
• Transition from nursing to canned food and eventually dry kibble

• Develop coordination, balance, and confidence

• Engage in play, stalking, pouncing, and other natural feline behaviors

• Interact with littermates and learn important social skills

Preparing for Life as a Family Member

At approximately six weeks of age, kittens receive their first intranasal vaccine to help support their developing immune systems. A week later, the kittens graduate from the nursery and join us in the main living areas of our home. This is when the most extensive socialization begins.

Our kittens are exposed to the everyday sights, sounds, and experiences of family life, including:

• New environments, toys, and enrichment opportunities
• Household activity and routines
• Adult cats of different ages and personalities
• Children and visitors

• Televisions, music, and sporting events
• Dishwashers, washing machines, and vacuum cleaners

• Nail trims and grooming sessions

• Bathing and blow drying

• Car rides and veterinary visits

Because our kittens are raised as part of the family, they learn from an early age that people are a source of comfort, affection, and fun. By the time they leave for their new homes at 14 weeks , they have been extensively handled, carefully socialized, and thoughtfully prepared for the transition ahead.

We believe these early experiences play a significant role in shaping the confident, affectionate, people-oriented companions our families have come to know and love.

Because exceptional companions aren’t born. They’re lovingly raised.