Buy safely and verify before paying
Beautiful photographs and convincing messages are not enough. A safe purchase depends on verifying the kitten, seller, location, records and written terms.
Never allow urgency or fear of missing out to replace careful checks.
Before sending money
Meet in person
Visit where the kitten has been raised.
See the mother
Observe the kitten interacting with its mother.
Verify records
Check originals, names, dates and identifiers.
Use traceable payment
Keep written terms and receipts.
A practical sequence
Complete these checks before agreeing a deposit or collection.
- 1Research
Check the advertiser, location and listing history.
- 2View
Meet the kitten and inspect the environment.
- 3Confirm
Read the contract and verify health, registration and microchip records.
Important points to understand
Identity
Confirm who you are dealing with and where.
Health
Ask what was tested, when and for which parent.
Payment
Understand deposit refund terms before paying.
Collection
Do not accept unexplained last-minute changes.
Open the viewing checklist
Take the checklist with you and record what you verify.