Recommended Links
Listed below are links that I find beneficial, and I think you will too! Here you will find links to the websites of different breeders I have worked with and befriended. You will also find websites concerning the health, care, and well-being of cats. And of course, some links are "just for fun!" So take a gander and learn something new! :)
Associations:
The Cat Fancier's Association
The CFA is a registry of pedigreed cats. Here you will find a wealth of information on cat breeds, cat shows, and cat care, as well as breeder/exhibitor information.
The International Cat Association
Established in 1979, TICA is the world's largest genetic registry of pedigreed cats.
Feline Health:
Declawing.com
Here is an amazing website that represents the cold hard facts about declawing. Please check it out and inform yourself! I think you will be amazed.
Information on Early Spay/Neuter
Celtic Cats encourages and practices early spay/neuter in pets. Early spay/neuter is supported by The American Veterinary Medical Association and the American Animal Hospital Association. For more information about Early spay and neuter you can go here to see what the ASPCA has to say. You will also find more positive information here at the Cat Fanciers' Association.
Dangers of Essential Oils and Cats
Although for many, essential oils are a pleasant aromatherapy and homeopathic healing remedy, for cats, they are very deadly. Whether it is through ingestion, skin absorption, or even inhalation, essential oils cause serious liver and toxicity problems in cats, that can lead to death if untreated or caught in time.
Winn Feline Foundation
The Winn Feline Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1968 that supports studies to improve cat health. Projects funded by Winn provide information that is used every day to treat cat diseases.
PawPeds
This database is concerned with the genetic history of registered cats. It acts as an extremely valuable source to breeders in obtaining detailed and accurate calculations for inbreeding coefficients, as well as information on certain genetic health disorders.
Rescue Organizations:
Maine Coon Rescue
Here you will find a nationwide, non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue of Maine Coon and Maine Coon mix cats.
United Maine Coon Cat Rescue
The United Maine Coon Cat Rescue League is a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit, volunteer organization made up of breeders and fanciers of the Maine Coon Cat.
Lexington Humane Society
The Lexington Humane Society is a not for profit organization dedicated to the rescue and protection of animals.
Dames for Dogs
Dames for Dogs is an organization of ladies that help educate the public about pet overpopulation, and raise funds for rescues and shelters across Kentucky with a little added fun.
Our Breeder Friends:
Venita Falk of Vens Passion Maine Coons is a very dear friend located in Georgia. Our very first Maine Coons came to us from Venita, including my very special boy Lestat. Venita has some of the most beautiful European lines in her program, and her home is a beautiful welcoming place.
Woodswalk Maine Coons
Karen and Bruce are the owners of Woodswalk Maine Coons in Kentucky. Their home is nestled in a lovely wooded area surrounded by nature's beauty. Woodswalk will always have a special place in our hearts, because their handsome black smoke stud, Raine, is the sire of our sweet Lestat! :) Woodswalk specializes in silvers and black smokes.
Rickoons Maine Coons
Rick and Joann have a beautiful home in Northern Ohio, graced by some of the largest and loveliest cats I've ever seen. Our very lovely girl, Igraine, is the daughter of their Thunder and Daisy.
Susan and Richard Southards are the owners of Gaylton Coons. Susan and Richard have beautiful cats and also do cat photography on the side! You can see their artistic work at http://creativefocus.smugmug.com/
Florence and Serge are new friends of ours in Canada. They have lovely Maine Coons, and are themselves lovely kind people. They have taken my sweet boy Celtic Cats Helios of Triskel into their home and their hearts. We are proud to call them friends!
Waterford Shelties
Kelli and Carola breed stunning Shetland Sheepdogs here in Kentucky. They also work with and breed top level Quarter Horses and Paint Performance Horses. Both women are passionate about what they do, and a blast to be around.
Local Businesses:
Fionna's Grooming Boutique
Fionna's Grooming Boutique is an affordable upscale grooming salon for your cats and dogs. At Fionna's, they pamper your pets like royalty at prices you can afford.
Noah's Ark Animal Hospital
Noah's Ark has a wonderful, friendly and compassionate staff. Dr. Gibson and Dr. Newsome are two of the hardest working and intelligent women I've had the privilege to meet.
Failte Irish Imports
Completely unrelated to cats, this link is for all you Celtic lovers out there. Failte is a local shop in Lexington, Kentucky that provides a diverse selection of Irish and Scottish goods to Kentuckians. So, if you are in the Lexington, KY area, go satisfy your Irish fancy, and support our local buisness! Sláinte!
Cat Products:
Cats On Line
Cats On Line produces useful outdoor cat enclosure systems that can prove invaluable to any cat breeder!
The Cat Channel, home of Cat Fancy Magazine
Breeder Directories:
Maine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association
MCBFA was founded in 1968 to preserve, protect and promote the Maine Coon Cat. MCBFA is composed of fanciers and breeder members around the world who are united in admiration of these wonderful cats.
Pets 4 You
The Breeders Page, cat directory
Click on the banner above to visit the Breeders Page. There you will find an EXTENSIVE directory of catterys from all over the world. :)
Just For Fun:
Check out this amazingly talented artist. She specializes in custom work, especially of animals and pets. She has a broad range of style from pop art to stunningly realistic paintings, capturing every last detail. On top of all that, her prices are very reasonable, and she is a very charming lady to work with. Take some time to check out her work!
Aisling is an incredibly gifted artist. Her fairies are all original works of art, sculpted by hand without the use of molds. Each one is beautifully and delicately unique. Take a moment to check out her work. Each sculpture possesses a truly life-like magic!




