During my several month search for a TICA registered female bengal (my biggest stipulations, and I would not budge) I actually posted a wanted ad on both craigslist and kijiji in hopes a breeder might see them. Boy, I got several nasty emails calling me all sorts of names...."snooty bitch", "entitled cunt", was told I didnt deserve a "status symbol cat" because I was "incapable of love", and so on simply because I didnt WANT to adopt from a rescue or shelter. I specifically wanted a registered KITTEN. I wanted to watch her grow and develop, bond deeply with me, and be used to what goes on in our home. I didnt want an adult because who knows what vices they may have. They could be the sweetest thing in the shelter, and a complete nutjob at home. Ive seen that happen when I adopted a husky from a shelter as a teenager. Im 100% for adopting shelter animals... they need homes too....but in this situation it just wasnt for me.
I dont need to justify why I chose a professional breeder over a rescue to ANYONE. I got the kitten I wanted, and yes, I paid ALOT for her....so what?? I ADORE her. Shes been worth EVERY penny.
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