Cat Life 101

We are excited to introduce Iris, a beautiful Black Mackerel torbie with white, as the newest member of our family. Iris is not just any cat; her exceptional type and charming personality make her a truly special addition. We owe a big thank you to Hyunhun Choi for collaborating with us to bring Iris into our lives. This post shares Iris’s story, what makes her unique, and what we look forward to as she settles in. ! Close-up eye-level view of Iris, a Black Silver Mackerel to

There are few things better than walking through your front door with a new kitten in your arms. It’s exciting — and it’s also the start of a long commitment. That first week sets the tone. Done correctly, you build confidence, prevent illness, and reduce behavior problems before they start. Safety First: Set Up Before the Kitten Arrives Kittens are tiny predators with no self-preservation skills. Assume they will chew it, climb it, or fall off it. Before Arrival: Cover or se

Understanding the Risks of Impersonators Impersonators use our cattery name to sell kittens that are often sick or poorly cared for. These individuals do not follow proper breeding or health standards. Buyers end up with sick animals that require expensive veterinary care or, worse, may not survive. This practice damages the trust between breeders and pet owners and puts innocent kittens at risk. Some common problems caused by these impersonators include: Selling kittens with

This blog update and highlight of the Valkyrie arose because we needed a new photo of an incredible Viking ship after our permission to use the previous image was revoked. While searching for replacement photos, I recalled spotting a "Viking" ship in the San Juan Islands during a summer boating trip with my parents. A quick internet search and email led to this fantastic opportunity. We received permission to use the Valkyrie photos on our website and are thrilled to visit th

TICA Updates for September Congratulations to Titran's Quinnton for achieving his TICA Quadruple Grand Championship! Tara, David, and...

For a committed cat breeder, the energy, excitement, and community spirit at a cat show are unparalleled. To a casual observer, it might...

The Humble Journey of Becoming a Dedicated Cat Breeder Embarking on the journey of becoming a cat breeder is both exciting and profoundly...

We extend our congratulations to PL Forest Eyes Enrico for achieving the prestigious status of Supreme Grand Champion in TICA. During the...

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to our second TICA Champion in the All Breed Cat class. Chasey also achieved the distinction of...

This spring, we teamed up with Prairie Sky Norwegian Forest Cats from Manitoba, Canada. We brought home a gorgeous Black Smoke Tortie...

How to Know If You’re Ready for a Cat Deciding if you're ready for a cat involves evaluating your lifestyle, resources, and commitment....

If you’re considering adding a feline friend to your family, you might be overwhelmed by the options available. From local shelters to...

Zion Forest Cats is delighted to announce the arrival of our latest litter of kittens. This collaboration with Lostwoods Cattery has been...

Are you aware that the Norwegian Forest Cat is not the sole breed classified as a Forest Cat? In fact, there are two additional breeds...

New Babies and Winter Kittens On September 22 Judy and Quinnton blessed us with 3 lovely kittens. 1 black ticked tabby and Two torbie ( a...

Summer can be a time for rest and relaxation. Kicking up ones heels at the beach. OR....... Making another dream come true for our...

Drum Roll Please…… TICA Year End Results How the journey began It went something like this…… Tara decides to tell Dave her...

The Greatest Showman Our newest Sire, Titran’s Quinnton made his TICA show debut this weekend at 11 months old. He comes from a long line o

Final Finals of the 2023-2024 show year.

I do love a good play on words from the Dr Suess books, even though there is only 1 cat and he is not blue... he is indeed Red!...