Tempered Savannah Cat

[Jacq]

Did you say how old he is now? I missed that. It is too bad he doesn't play with toys but how about food? Something he may be really into. It is hard when you don't have a tool to work with that motivates him. He still is very young and now is the time to get into his head. It sounds like he was not played with much and views people as a necessary evil that is around to clean his box and feed him and not something that is a potential source of enjoyment. It may be his personality as well. He may be the loner type that prefers to be by himself. Have you watched the cat guy on Animal planet that deals with aggressive problem cats? He gives great advice for every cat owner. He recommends having cat trees, shelves and platforms for cats with anxiety or temperament issues as it empowers them to be off the floor, feel safe, and have a way to get around the house without touching the ground. I do that because our place is small and we have dogs but I didn't realize that actually is comforting to cats to walk up high and off the floor. Watch those if you get a chance and there may be some ideas for you! I can't recall the name of the program.

My Cat From Hell

 

[MK Anderson]

Amy doesn't have a choice anymore though, MK- she put down her deposit, signed her contract and I guess the breeder is moving so there won't be a home for the kittens to stay in.

I am glad Amy is here to learn more and to ask questions Just like all other new SV owners!

Oh, Okay, My apologies!!! I missed that!!! Bummer! I am glad too Amy has found this forum to ask question! I was just concerned and not trying to be bitchy(I guess is the only way to say it)!!!

 

[Trish Allearz]

Oh, Okay, My apologies!!! I missed that!!! Bummer! I am glad too Amy has found this forum to ask question! I was just concerned and not trying to be bitchy(I guess is the only way to say it)!!!

LOL- nah, you didn't sound bitchy We have had so many new members lately that it's hard to remember the stories behind each of the new babies

 

[GSGunde10]

Just wanted to think everyone for all the amazing advice that you have all given us. I wasn't able to get to the computer due to working late everyday but have finally gotten time to read all the great tips. Some in which I have never really thought of before. He does like me more than my husband. Which is partly because I am not the one "forcing" the relationship. It was his bday present, he loves cats, so he is always trying to pick it up, hold him, get him to like him, etc. I, on the other hand, have taken the opposite approach since day one. My theory was... well if I don't pay that much attention to him he won't get attached to me therefore he will like the hubby more. So it makes perfect sense why he likes me more than him (not saying there isn't room for improvement on my end though) I have let him have his space and over time so he is slowly starting to trust me more. Never really thought of that before. We both figured the more time he is with us the better....Thanks again for all your advice. And Marilyn, would love for us to have a consultation one day!!

 

[The Cat Coach]

My theory was... well if I don't pay that much attention to him he won't get attached to me therefore he will like the hubby more. So it makes perfect sense why he likes me more than him (not saying there isn't room for improvement on my end though) I have let him have his space and over time so he is slowly starting to trust me more. Never really thought of that before. We both figured the more time he is with us the better....Thanks again for all your advice. And Marilyn, would love for us to have a consultation one day!!

Yes, you're approach is more effective because you are allowing the kitten the choice... socializing when he feels safe and secure... Contact me off the forum at marilyn@thecatcoach.com when you are ready for a consultation.

 

[Suzanne H]

I have a question of sorts, after reading what all of the breeders have had to say on kittens being honed too early...

Since this particular breeder is moving, and reduced their kittens for quick sale, what happens to them if they can't sell them and home them early, and their move is coming up. Would the kittens go into rescue or what?

This is a rhetorical line of questions that waltzed through my head as I was reading the responses.
Suzanne

 

[admin]

Good question Suzanne...I'm thinking it is up to the breeder...and I really don't understand why the breeder would not take them with her.

 

[Suzanne H]

That's what I'm wondering. I thought the SV breeder community is a pretty tight knit group, or so I thought. Let's just say from all of you I have "met" on here, it seems as though you are neighbors. But then there seems to be breeders coming out of the woodwork, that I have never read about, found a site on or even find out their name etc. If I was a breeder with a move coming up I would contact someone within the community to see if they could help me out. I would slash prices for a quick sale, the health and welfare of my kittens would be my first priority.
Maybe its just me.
Suzanne

 

[Pam Flachs]

I think you'll find that in any breed of animal, Suzanne...the core "tight-knit" support group, and those who are on their own....it is a shame the breeder must have felt she/he had no recourse but to sell the kittens as fast as possible. I think the ones who found this forum will do fine with their young babies. I shudder to think about what will happen to the other kittens.....

 

[AmyAndSimba]

That is a good question, Suzanne. I actually do not know where she is in the process of rehoming her cats. I know she is taking a few of her favorites with her but she won't be breeding after her move I don't think. It must be expensive and a lot of paperwork involved to transport cats which is probably why she isn't bringing them all with her.

Simba only had 2 other littermates, so I'm sure they had no problem finding homes... If they did, who knows maybe I will offer to take them off her hands, lol