Frequently Asked Questions

Step 1: Complete and Submit an Application

Completing and submitting an application is the first step. It allows me to learn about you, your household, and whether your lifestyle is an appropriate match for one of my kittens.

Submitting an application does not reserve a kitten or guarantee placement. Every application is carefully reviewed, and placement is based on the best fit for both kitten and home.

Step 2: Application Approval

If your application is approved, you will be contacted by email.

Approval alone does not hold or reserve a kitten.

If you wish to proceed, you must reply to the approval email and request a contract for the specific kitten you wish to adopt.

If you would like to arrange a brief video call or outdoor visit, it must be requested before requesting a contract.

Step 3: Contract Issued

Once requested, a contract will be issued for your review.

The contract outlines all terms, expectations, health policies, and responsibilities to ensure both parties have a clear understanding before proceeding.

Once the contract has been issued, the 24-hour period to review, sign, and submit the reservation-to-adopt fee begins.

Step 4: Reservation-to-Adopt Fee

A kitten is considered reserved only once the completed contract has been signed and the reservation-to-adopt fee has been received within the required timeframe.

Until both have been received, the kitten remains available for consideration.

No.

The application is mandatory for all prospective adopters. It ensures each kitten is placed safely, responsibly, and into a home that can meet my care standards, including nutrition, grooming, oral health, and lifelong commitment. 

Kittens may go to their new homes at 12 to 16 weeks of age.

12 weeks is the minimum age required by TICA, and I follow it without exception. 

By 12 to 16 weeks, kittens have received their vaccinations and reached appropriate physical and emotional maturity. 

I do not release kittens early under any circumstances.

No.

My prices are firm and non-negotiable. 

The cost reflects the quality of my breeding program, the veterinary care provided, the health testing completed on all breeding cats, and the time and resources invested in raising each kitten. 

These standards are not optional, and neither is the price.

For security and animal welfare reasons my exact address is not published.

Location information is provided only after an application has been completed, reviewed, and approved. 

This policy protects the cats in my care, maintains strict biosecurity, and ensures that only committed and respectful adopters who follow the required process move forward.

No.

I operate a fully closed cattery to protect the health and safety of my cats and kittens. 

Viruses, bacteria, and parasites can be carried on clothing, shoes, and hands, and newborns and pregnant queens are particularly vulnerable. 

For transparency, I provide photos and updates throughout the adoption process.

Maine Coons must never be outdoors without supervision. 

Harness or leash training, or a secure enclosed catio, is recommended for safe outdoor enrichment. 

Unsupervised outdoor access exposes cats to predators, vehicles, toxins, parasites, illness, and theft.

For their safety, all kittens placed must remain strictly indoor-only unless directly supervised.

Yes. I expect families to brush their cat's teeth at least twice per week.

Proper oral care helps prevent plaque, tartar, gingivitis, and may reduce the risk of systemic health complications associated with dental disease.

My oral care recommendations are available under Important Information  and are also included in the Post-Placement Care and Wellness Guide, which is available under Important PDF Files.

No. At this time, I do not sell breeding rights. All kittens are placed as pets only.

This allows me to maintain control over the quality, integrity, and health of my lines, and ensures that every kitten is placed in a home where they are valued and cherished as companions.

No. I do not place strict stipulations on specific brands of food or feeding methods. However, I strongly recommend that all kittens are provided with a healthy, nutritionally balanced, protein-rich diet that includes moisture-rich foods to support proper growth, hydration, and overall well-being.

Proper nutrition is essential for maintaining health, muscle development, energy levels, hydration, and long-term quality of life. While you are free to choose the diet that works best for your kitten and your household, I am happy to offer guidance on high-quality options to help ensure your kitten thrives in their new home.

I strongly recommend supplementing all kittens with taurine as part of their daily routine. Additional recommendations regarding omega-3 fatty acids, multivitamins, and probiotics are provided in out Post-Placement Care and Wellness Guide.

If you have any questions regarding 

nutrition or supplementation, please email:

mythicaldreammainecooncattery@gmail.com

Each kitten goes home with:

• A detailed contract 
• A comprehensive Post-Placement Care and Wellness Guide
• A vaccination booklet and Certificate of Health
• A gift bag with favourite toys, familiar plates, and a blanket that smells like their mother.
• Thirty days of complimentary Trupanion insurance
• A new, appropriately sized carrier

I provide lifelong support for every kitten I place.

Yes. All of my cats are TICA registered, pedigree-holding Maine Coons. A pedigree denotes purebred status and verifies lineage through an established registry.

Each breeding cat on my website has a link to their PawPeds pedigree, allowing you to view their ancestry.

For additional transparency, the TICA Certificate of Registration for every cat currently in my breeding program is available within that cat's individual profile.