Adoption Process
BEFORE YOU APPLY — PLEASE READ
(Transparency > sticker shock)
Sticker shock usually isn’t about money.
It’s about expectation mismatch.
Our job isn’t to convince anyone …it’s to prepare you so there are no awkward moments, no backpedaling, and no pressure on either side.
So before you fall head-over-heels for a fluffy face, here’s what you should know:
PRICING
• Pet Maine Coon kittens start at $4,000 (we do not sell breeding rights)
• Standard regular toes
Males or Females $4,000
• Polydactyl kittens range
Females $4,500
Males $5,500
• Pricing reflects ethical breeding, extensive care, and long-term outcomes…not impulse sales
Within pedigree breeds, Maine Coons sit firmly in the premium tier, and they’re raised accordingly.
If someone is offering “purebred Maine Coon kittens” for $800–$1,500, pause.
That price point is where most scams and backyard breeders live. When the price is unusually low, something else is usually being cut — or misrepresented.
OUR ADOPTION PROCESS
• Kittens go home at 12–14 weeks (on purpose)
• Adoption is intentional & relationship-based, not first-come
• We focus on temperament, lifestyle fit, and long-term success
• Applications are used to match families thoughtfully — not to rush decisions
WHAT YOU’RE ACTUALLY PAYING FOR
• High-quality nutrition during critical growth windows
• Extensive early socialization & desensitization
• Predictable temperament and support beyond pickup day
• Time, structure, and care that most people never see behind the scenes
A NOTE ON ALIGNMENT
If this pricing and process feel aligned …amazing.
We’d love to start the conversation early and help you plan for the right future litter.
If it doesn’t — that’s okay too. There’s no judgment, no convincing, and no awkwardness here. Clarity upfront saves everyone time and emotional whiplash.
We believe transparency is part of ethical breeding.
Preparation beats pressure …every time.
If you’d like to explore whether one of our future litters might be a fit, you’re welcome to apply or message us to start a relaxed, no-pressure conversation.
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Fill out an adoption application.
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Once approved, we will send out pictures of our kittens to potential buyers when they are six (6) weeks old. We will post a date when they are available to be reserved.
Please Note: If you do not fill out an application, you will not be notified when new kittens are becoming available.
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When the reserve date becomes available for each kitten, we will send out an email to everyone that has filled out an application and has been approved. Once you receive the email, you choose which kitten you would like and pay a $500 non-refundable deposit.
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The balance owed will be when the kitten is 11 weeks and at that time we will make delivery arrangements with you.
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At 12 weeks old, your kitten is officially ready to go home and become part of your family.
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Adopting a Maine Coon is a long-term commitment. This breed often lives 13+ years, so you are committing to many years of care.
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Maine Coons mature slowly. They may take up to four years or more to reach their full size and adult development.
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At MurrKatz we want our kittens to go to homes that meet our criteria, so you must submit an application for pre-approval.
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Once approved, you will be notified when kittens are ready for reservation. Being approved does not automatically reserve a kitten for you.
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A non-refundable deposit is required to hold your selected kitten once the reserve date is active.
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You will arrange payment of the balance and delivery once the kitten is 11 weeks old, with the kitten going home at approximately 12 weeks.
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Because Maine Coons grow large and are very social, make sure your home, lifestyle and family are ready for a big, active and affectionate “gentle giant”.
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We value continued connection. As a MurrKatz kitten owner you will have our ongoing support and resources.
