So, I started looking into getting a Siberian cat a while back. Heard they were good for folks with allergies, which is a big deal in my house. That’s how I stumbled upon the name ‘siberian dream cattery’. It sounded nice, right? Dreamy.
First thing I did, naturally, was try to dig up some info. Didn’t just jump in. I spent a good few evenings searching around, trying to see what actual people were saying, not just the shiny stuff you usually find. You know how it is, gotta get the real picture.
My Research Steps
Here’s basically what I did:
- Looked for reviews or mentions on forums. You find some raw stuff there sometimes.
- Checked if they had any kind of social media presence, sometimes you see more real-life photos or comments.
- Tried to figure out their process. How do they handle inquiries? What are the steps to get a kitten?
- Looked for info about health testing. That was pretty important for me.
I remember sending off an email. Just a simple one, asking about their current kittens and the process. Had to wait a bit for a reply, which is fair, people are busy. When I did get a response, it was okay, kinda standard. Gave me some basic information, pointed me towards their application form.
Filling out applications for a pet always feels a bit weird, like a job interview. But okay, I get it, they need to make sure the cats go to good homes. So, I spent some time on that, outlining our living situation, experience with pets, all that stuff. Sent it back.
Then came more waiting. This part dragged on a bit longer than I expected. I nudged them once, politely, just checking if they got the application. Got a short confirmation back. After that, silence for a good while.
Honestly, the communication felt a bit slow for my liking. Maybe they were swamped, maybe it’s just their way. But when you’re excited and trying to plan, that slow back-and-forth can be frustrating. It made me think, if it’s this hard just to get info, what happens if there’s an issue later?
In the end, while I was waiting and getting a bit antsy, I actually found another breeder, someone local recommended by a friend. Their communication was super quick, very open, answered all my questions right away, even sent photos without me asking twice. It just felt… easier. More personal, maybe?
So, I ended up going down that other path. Never really got closure with the ‘siberian dream cattery’ folks. Maybe they eventually replied again, maybe not, I’d already moved on. It wasn’t anything terrible, just a mismatch in communication style and timing for me. My practice run with them just sort of fizzled out. Found my furry friend elsewhere in the end.
