Originally Posted by jambermush

Hi!

I'm only a newbie too, this is only our second year. However, if you think we may be able to help each other out (or even just to offer moral support as we are at similar stages) please feel free to contact me!

I know from experience how disheartening it is when BSH breeders won't "let you in" & how difficult it can be to find your first queen/s.

If it helps at all, I found that breeders are more likely to help if they are rehoming an older kitten or queen due to a change in breeding programmes. They are also more likely to help as you will be having a breeding programme which differs substancially from theirs, & therefore, offer less competition! You also then get the benefit of having a proven queen, and the first litter you have won't be your cats first, & so hopefully won't be as traumatic for you or your queen!