As a member of Colorado Cats Inc., I agree with the code of ethics listed below and pledge to act in a manner consistent with this code.

1)     I will provide information to the public about my breed and about the proper care of cats, to the best of my ability.

2)     I will make every effort to ensure that cat/kitten buyers understand my breed, its merits and personality.

3)     I will take care to place cats/kittens in homes that I believe will provide proper care, will treat the animals humanely, and will not breed them indiscriminately or for the purpose of financial gain in such a way as to be detrimental to the breed or to any individual animal. I will not sell cats or kittens to pet shops, pet brokers or any organization for research.

4)     I will provide new owners with care instructions (including information about feeding, vaccinations, etc), and the transaction (whether a monetary sale or adoption without fee) will be documented in a written contract that specifies the rights and responsibilities of the people involved. I will require that cats/kittens not be allowed to roam free and not be declawed.

5)     If I place cats/kittens that I have bred, I will guarantee the health of those animals.

6)     I will not place kittens younger than 12 weeks of age.

7)     I will sell only cats/kittens that are eligible (or in the process of attaining eligibility) for registration with The International Cat Association (TICA), and will either alter all pet animals before placement in their new home or place with a written alter agreement.

8)     I will not knowingly expose any cat or person to disease or unsanitary conditions. My cats and kittens will be under the regular care of a licensed veterinarian and will be appropriately immunized. I will provide excellent housing and care for my animals, and will not keep more animals than I can care for.

9)     I will abide by all of The International Cat Association’s (TICA’s) Show Rules.

10) I will not hold Colorado Cats Inc. or any agent acting on its behalf liable for enforcing this contract or any of its provisions.

11) Members in good standing will do their utmost to uphold club values such as honesty and personal integrity. For example, they will resolve issues and conflicts with fellow club members respectfully and in the first person, and then if necessary within the club itself, and finally with the Southwest Regional Director. They will not engage in gossip, slander or involve third parties.