Trigger warning: This episode is not for the fragile.

In today’s hot-button podcast episode, we’re talking about the accusation every serious pedigree cat breeder has heard at least once:

“Your cats live in cages.”

Let’s unpack that.

We’re diving deep into:

• Cattery setups and housing standards

• Queen management

• Kitten safety protocols

• Why non-breeders misunderstand professional catteries

If you breed Maine Coons, Persians, Bengals, Ragdolls — or any pedigree cat — you know the internet loves drama. But what does responsible cattery management actually look like?

We’re breaking down:

• When and why cats may be safely confined

• How professional breeders prevent injury, stress, and accidental litters

• What enrichment looks like inside a well-run breeding program

• Why “cage” doesn’t mean what people think it means

This episode is real talk for serious breeders who treat their cattery like a business — not a hobby. We’re done apologizing for doing things correctly.

• If you’re tired of online breeder shaming…
• If you’re building a structured, ethical, profitable breeding program…
• If you want mentorship from people who actually DO this at a high level…

👉 Visit CatBreederSensei.com👉 Join the Sensei Collective Membership👉 Surround yourself with breeders who are building real programs — not fighting in Facebook comments.

Because strong breeders build strong programs.And we don’t fold under internet pressure.

See you inside.