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Moubani Cats has been registered with TICA since 2016 (although our cattery did not take on the name "Moubani Cats" until 2017). When our Siberian cats arrive from other countries (for example, in Russia, this is WCF), they are registered with the feline pedigree organization of their home country. Upon arrival to the USA, they are then are then transferred to TICA and become part of the Siberian cat registry in the USA. 

The main allergen in cats is FelD-1. Siberians are low in this allergen. The main cause of cat allergies in people is FelD-1. FelD-1 is transferred to fur by licking & grooming. Dried saliva & dandruff are spread from cat hair as small airborne particles into the surrounding environment. FelD-1 levels vary with each individual cat. The Siberian breed has an overall far-lower level of FelD-1 than other cat breeds. Typically, people with average cat allergies can comfortably be placed with most Siberians. 

We have found that neither sex nor color is related to FelD-1 levels. Some research indicates that tabbies have the lowest levels of FelD-1 & cats with white fur or very silvery fur have the highest. There is not enough stable & consistent data to confirm this, however. Reality about FelD-1: every single cat has a different FelD-1 level. Typically people with average cat allergies can comfortably be placed with most all Siberians.

As indicated above: every single cat has a different FelD-1 level. We do not offer testing. And we do not offer fur or blanket samples, as this is not an accurate way to test for this protein. Three saliva samples are required to accurately test for the FelD-1 protein & it can only be done after the specific cat is 4 months old. The cost of this test is expensive & we have found that since 85% of allergy sufferers do fine with Siberians, it is not worth the extreme additional cost for *US* to offer “tested” Siberians.  Many of the individuals that adopt from us are allergic to cats. That said, if you want a tested Siberian, we recommend reaching out to Lundberg Siberians (their prices are around $5000) they are a long-standing, reliable breeder & they are one of the very few Siberian breeders that offer saliva-tested Siberians.

Although you will find Siberian breeders that will send you a fur sample, this is quite meaningless. It is the saliva of the specific cat that carries the allergen level you are wondering about AND you probably are not getting a fur sample of the actual cat you are considering adopting.

We host quarterly Open House visits; they will be listed on our Homepage. This is the only way to visit us. Please  do not ask to come and visit unless you see that we have an Open House listed on our Homepage. We currently do not have an Open Houses scheduled. Please research the Siberian breed to learn more about Siberians & see if they are a good choice for your needs & lifestyle. We suggest using sources that are experts on cat breeds, such as TICA, as opposed to opinion articles (the internet has endless opinions and not all of them are accurate)

We are a group of three separate homes (family and friends that have known each other for many years); some of us live in Seattle Washington and some of us in Southern California. Originally Moubani Cats was in Seattle and Portland, but as some of us moved, our location changed a bit. We have found that being in a cattery cooperative is the best way to raise our Siberians: it allows us to have ample space to care for our cats, we are able to share the work of raising our cats. - and also we are able to work together on improving the bloodline of our cats. Our current group of three separate homes/locations has been working together for almost 8 years now. Currently only our families in Seattle are breeding and our family in CA is just showing; however, we love CA! - And we offer delivery to LAX and other locations for very low costs (and we hand-deliver our kittens). 

The only way to visit our cattery is at an Open House. 

  HOWEVER you can ALSO meet us - and our cats - at the multiple TICA cat shows we attend each year. Check our IG page for more info.

If we have an Open House scheduled, it will be clearly listed on our Homepage. At our Open Houses, we limit visitors to well-researched visitors only because it is stressful for our cats to be constantly "viewed"; it is also not in the health interest of our cats to be exposed to new germs. Please understand we do not show kittens. There are no kittens for sale at our open house. At all of our open houses, you meet & hold 3 of our adult cats. Please also be aware that we do not take requests for which cats to show at the Open House. There are a lot of factors we have to consider, such as if our Queens are in heat, if they are nursing, etc, that go into our decision as to which of our cats are available to meet. The health and care of our Siberian’s is the highest priority for us; we do not accommodate visitors that are "exploring the breed". We allow up to 4-5 people at a time, in 25min slots. Fill out our Contact Form & let us know how many people you would like to bring & we will get back to you :) PLEASE DO NOT ASK TO COME AND VISIT UNLESS YOU SEE AN OPEN HOUSE DATE LISTED ON OUR HOME PAGE.

All of our Siberians are registered with TICA. Your Siberian will  have a 12-month Genetic Health Guarantee specific to the Siberian breed & will come to you dewormed, vaccinated once with FVRCP (3-in-1) and in good health - strong, playful and healthy. Breeding our Siberians is strictly prohibited. Our Siberians are sold as pet only. However, they can indeed be shown in TICA cat shows. 

You can take your Siberian home between 11-13 weeks of age. Exactly when depends on when we see and know that they are ready to leave their mom and when our vet confirms they are ready to be adopted. And this varies by each kitten. Many Queens wean their kittens at 4-6 weeks of age and 4 weeks is when soft solid foods are introduced. Note: If traveling internationally, then your Siberian must be 16 weeks of age. 

We handle all of our Siberians daily and talk to them so that they get used to being around humans. However, it is very important that you start socializing your Siberian the day you take him or her home by following these instructions: 

Hold your Siberian close to you at least an hour a day, everyday, for the first 4-5 months. Pet your Siberian every day. Give your Siberian love. We raise our Siberians in our home and handle them every day. However, when you take your Siberian home, understand that your Siberian will be going to a totally new place and that will feel scary for a few days. This is normal. However, the way that your Siberian will be socialized, the way your Siberian will adapt, and the way your Siberian will be comforted will greatly be determined by how you engage in the critical first weeks of bringing your Siberian home.

Siberians are a very grounded, intelligent, adaptable cat breed. They are teachable, they listen and learn, and they are sweet and cuddly. 

The first two weeks that you have your Siberian is the most critical transition period. Make it a point to hold your Siberian. When you talk to your Siberian, make eye contact, feel love for your Siberian - your Siberian will respond to you in a good way. If you have only one Siberian, you may also find that your Siberian does best being in the same room as you, as they are social cats.

Making your Siberian feel safe (see above) is ½ of training your Siberian. The other ½ is being unwavering with what you decide is not acceptable behavior. 

Please observe these two very important points:

1. You are a new adoptive parent. Take initiative to comfort and hold your Siberian during the transition period/first couple weeks of bringing your Siberian home (more info above); 

2. Be certain of yourself when you discipline/teach your Siberian (do not feel guilty, unsure, or be inconsistent with training your Siberian). 

Cats are intelligent and intuitive. Determine (have a talk with yourself) before you bring your Siberian home about what behaviors are not okay. Scratching furniture is an obvious one. Therefore, be confident that this isn’t allowed. When you find your Siberian attempting to scratch something other than their cat tree or scratching post (note: make sure they DO have acceptable things to scratch), immediately go up to them with a FIRM “NO!” and firm clap of the hands. 

Another possible “issue” is that you may find that your Siberian is “too playful” and wants to interact all the time. If you find that your Siberian bites too hard at any time when playing, again, be firm and immediately physically stop him and say “NO!”. Also, make sure his needs are being met. Sometimes biting or “being annoying” is a way that a cat will express a need (do they have food that they like, water, clean litter?). Think about if there is a message your cat is trying to relay to you. 

Another issue that can happen is confusion around the litter box placement or a dirty litter box or not enough litter boxes. If your Siberian is going to the bathroom outside the litter box, you need to check a few things: there should be one litter box for approximately every 600-800 sq ft of your house. So if you have a regular one level rambler, you need to have 2 litter boxes. If you have a big house - more like 3000 sqft - you need to have at least 3 litter boxes. And - VERY IMPORTANT! - scoop the boxes daily. You should also dump and fully replace the litter at least once a week.

With regard to litter training at your home, to start: limit the size of the area you expose your Siberian to when you first adopt. Do not give your new Siberian the full range of your whole house immediately upon bringing him or her home. Why? Because they might not be able to easily find the litter box. So, in the first few days, keep your Siberian in a contained area of your home to ensure your Siberian learns, and becomes familiar and comfortable wtih, the litter box locations. 

If you still find yourself unable to figure out how to connect with your cat, consider contacting a Cat Behaviorist; many are available both in person - and even easier - on Zoom. Oftentimes what Cat Behaviorists train is the pet owner. And once the pet owner knows how to act and behave, the cat follows suit.

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The earliest known reference of Siberians are from 1000AD. In 1989 breeders from Leningrad & Moscow applied for the registration of the Siberian Cat to the SFF. Registration was approved in 1990s (Certificate №1). At the same time the colorpoint Siberian was registered as a "unique color variety" of the Siberian with a second name: "Neva Masquerade" (Certificate №2). Siberians are still a fairly rare breed, though they are gaining popularity. 

TICA describes the Siberian breed as a "strong, slow-maturing breed reaching full magnificence at about 5 years of age". Siberians can reach up to - and sometimes over - 20 pounds once fully grown. Allowing the Siberian to grow to their full & thick stature is the best way to care for your Siberian. A big, heavy Siberian is not likely "overweight"; rather, it is fulfilling its HEALTHY genetic disposition. Siberian cats have dog-like, extroverted personalities and beautiful bushy fur. We feel the Siberian cat is superior, as most individuals with allergies will not react negatively to the Siberian. Because the Siberian is a "natural breed" (a rural forest cat), it is very healthy and is prone to far less genetic illnesses or diseases as more modified breeds such as the Maine Coon or Persian. However, keep in mind that - with any living being - there is no such thing as a 100% guarantee from sickness or illness. 

Some of our Kings and Queens have direct and documented lineage from these great, great grandparents - the first registered Siberians! - from the 1990's.

Absolutely. We take our cats to at least 3 TICA cat shows every year. Needless to say, we strongly encourage you to only adopt from a breeder that shows their cats. Cat shows are one of the best ways to stay transparent and competitive as a breeder. What we mean by "transparent" is that by showing our cats, we are confident of their health and temperament and form. Cats that engage in cat shows are handled (and examined) by many experienced judges. Participating in cat shows likely means that the breeder is selectively breeding only the highest quality Siberians that are most closely matched to the breed standard as defined by the cat registries. 

If you can no longer care for a Siberian you adopted from us, we absolutely accept our Siberians back. No refunds will be given but we will ensure s/he is rehomed safely.