How does the deposit work?
First, complete the adoption application and message us on WhatsApp. Once you're approved, we send you a private link to place your deposit. The deposit reserves one specific kitten and is applied to the adoption fee, and the remaining balance is due before your kitten goes home.
Why choose a Diamonds of USA kitten?
Our kings and queens come from exclusive champion European lines that aren't available anywhere else in the USA, and they're screened thoroughly before they ever have a litter. We also offer one of the most complete health guarantees in the breed: a full 2-year genetic guarantee.
What makes a breeder reputable?
A reputable breeder focuses on the health and well-being of their cats. Expect health screening of the parents, veterinary care and vaccinations, quality nutrition, a clear purchase contract, a written health guarantee, and careful screening of new families. Reputable breeders are usually registered with recognized cat organizations, too.
Are Devon Rex cats at risk for genetic health problems?
Like every breed, Devon Rex have a few inherited risks. The main ones are polycystic kidney disease (PKD), which causes cysts in the kidneys, and congenital myasthenic syndrome (CMS), which causes muscle weakness from a young age. We test all of our kings and queens for both, and all have tested negative.
What health testing do you do on your breeding cats?
Our kings and queens are screened for HCM, PKD, PK deficiency and CMS, are FeLV/FIV negative, and are tested for more than 45 genetic conditions.
Are Devon Rex cats hypoallergenic?
No cat is truly hypoallergenic. The main allergen, a protein called Fel d 1, comes from saliva and skin, so every cat produces it. Some people with mild allergies react less to Devons because of their short, fine coat. We recommend spending time with the breed before committing.
Why do kittens go home at 16-18 weeks?
Devon Rex mature more slowly than most breeds. Kittens need to weigh at least two pounds before spay or neuter, which most reach between 12 and 14 weeks. The weeks after that are important for socialization, so they leave us confident and ready for family life.
Do you ship kittens?
We never ship kittens as cargo. You can pick up in San Antonio, or a trusted flight nanny flies with your kitten in the cabin and hands them to you at your airport.
What's the difference between the free list and the Priority Waitlist?
The free notification list sends you litter announcements and availability updates with no deposit or commitment. The Priority Waitlist costs $300, applied in full toward your kitten's adoption fee, and lets you view and reserve available kittens before the free list and the general public. You can join it after your adoption application is approved.
Is the Priority Waitlist deposit refundable?
The $300 deposit is nonrefundable if you change your mind, get a kitten elsewhere, or leave the waitlist, and it can't be transferred. You can pass on a litter without losing your deposit or your place. If we end your eligibility or can't provide a kitten before one is reserved for you, we refund it.
Who gets priority on new litters?
Families on our Priority Waitlist choose first, in the order their deposits were received, followed by our free notification list and then the general public. We also give special consideration to active and retired military, first responders, returning families, and anyone adopting more than one kitten.
Can I see the kittens before reserving?
Yes. Once your adoption application is approved, you can request a live video visit to see your kitten on FaceTime, WhatsApp or Zoom before placing your deposit. We don't offer in-person visits to the cattery.