RETURN TO: HIMALAYAN HOME

UPDATED: SUMMER 2010, 07

Introduction: The StarSeekers "AGENTS of JOY"

Legend of the Traditional Himalayan

Since ancient times the Felines (cat family) have held a special relationship with humans, even a mystical image.  This is especially true of distinctive smaller breeds that were adopted by ancient royalty and upper classes.  The bloodline decedents of these "Royal Cat" breeds we know today as pedigree domesticated cats.  The early Egyptians worshiped their Pharaohs as god-kings to whom all should bow before, except their royal cats who were worshiped even by the Pharaohs.  Cats were considered partners in life, the regeneration cycle of life (sleep), and as guardians of the underworld.   The ancient empires of Persia and Siam designated Imperial status and protection to their domestic felines.  Today they are the Persian and Siamese pedigree breeds, many other pedigree breeds have similar histories.

In the early twentieth century their was debate among veterinary scientists regarding biological and health degradation in pedigree bloodlines, including domestic dogs and cats.  With the (then) new science of genetics veterinary biologists developed a variety of research programs to explore these suspicions.  In one case regarding pedigree felines, two separate teams of researchers developed a coordinated plan for crossbreeding pedigree Persian and Siamese bloodlines.  They expected their results to verify the problem and indicate that a genetic solution to pedigree degradation may be possible, the experiment was a tremendous success with an unexpected bonus!

A wonderful result of the crossbreed was the introduction of an incredible breed of kitties with a healthy longer nosed doll-face, cuddly Persian body, beautiful Blue-eyes,  Siamese point-colors, and awesome personalities.   This surprising breed of extraordinary kitties became the legend of the Himalayans and is still the only official (CFA)  pedigree crossbreed.  Of all the wonderful breeds of domesticated cats the Himalayan is rated among the best as a feline with a sweet personality naturally suited for compatibility with humans and indoor lifestyles.

NOTE: The term "Traditional" Himalayan primarily refers to the longer nosed "doll-face" which was a goal of the original crossbreed.  In the late 1990's the CFA Pet Show committee decided to require the Persian "Pug-nose" extreme face as a qualification for Himalayan Show Cats, the Traditional Himalayan is considered pet quality.  Both pedigree Traditional and Pet Show Himalayans are (or can be) registered by the American CFA.

Our Traditional Himalayan Kittens

Since 1997 StarSeekers  has delivered over 200 kittens to as many families via our "Agents of Joy"  limited edition breeding program.  Each kitten leaves us with a lifetime mission to bring smiles, laughs, and love to their families and every soul they touch.  There is ample evidence that a loving kitty can provide a positive effect on personality and mood change to effectively help control negatives like Stress and Anxiety.  Such things do assist with improving general medical and mental health leading to a happier, healthier, and longer life.  To assure healthy natural kitten growth we supplement mom’s milk with KMR, a professional quality non-lactose kitten formula and when of age we begin feeding them the best in both wet and dry kitten foods.  They receive plenty of attention and exercise to optimize their growth experiences during this important time in their lives.  We intentionally raise each kitten with the love and skills they will need to fulfill their lifelong Agent of Joy mission.

Our goal at StarSeekers Himalayan Kittens is to provide quality Traditional "doll-face" Himalayan kittens that we help to human acclimate by optimizing their inherent personality traits during the first 8-weeks of their life, making them adaptable and highly desirable.  We are a small non-commercial breeder who considers our profit to be in living and working with these wonderful kittens to provide some of the finest feline soul mates - enhancing the lives they touch.  By the age of 5 weeks, they are regularly eating a healthy kitten diet and are fully litter box trained.  By customer delivery at 8 to 12 weeks of age they are completely human acclimated and fully self-sufficient.  Our pricing includes a final vet exam, initial vaccinations, and NH State Health Certificate to guarantee the healthy and disease free condition of the kittens in final preparation for joining their families.

NOTE: Most customers prefer to pick up their kittens at our home, but if US domestic delivery is needed we are experienced with pet air transport and can assist.

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