Exotic Shorthair Cat Breeders in California

When looking for Exotic Shorthair Cat breeders in California, it is important to find an ethical, registered cattery who specializes in the breed and understands their personality traits and how best to care for them. We highly recommend finding a breeder in your area. A local Exotic Shorthair Cat breeder will ask questions about your household makeup, location and other key questions to help find you the right fit. You'll get to ask them questions, too - see our FAQs at the bottom of this page for what to ask.

Here at Cat Kingpin, we have done the research for you so you can find the most reputable Exotic Shorthair Cat catteries in California and start the journey towards getting your new kitten. Below is our complete list of Exotic Shorthair Cat breeders in California with kittens for sale, first as a summary then with additional details:

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Breeder Name City Website
Jazzycat Exotics Cattery Rancho Cucamonga Jazzycatzots.com
​iKitty Cats California City ​iKittyCats.com
Purfurvid N/A Purfurvid.com
Bella Mia N/A BellaMiaCattery.com
MajestyMeow Cattery Palm Desert MajestyMeow.com
Exotic Den Cattery ​Southern California ExoticDen.com
Fancyfriends Laguna Beach Fancyfriends.com
Dazzl M Sacramento Dazzle-M.com
Purrpals Sacramento Purrpals.info
Echo Hill N/A EchoHillCattery.com
Toxicate Cattery San Diego ToxicateCattery.com

Jazzycat Exotics Cattery

Has this breeder been Cat Kingpin Certified? Yes See our Certified Breeder Agreement

From the breeder:

My name is Marsha Johnson and I have a small in home cattery, conveniently located near several airports in Southern California. I breed and specialize in showing both Exotic short and long hair (Persian) cats and show exclusively in CFA. My goal is to produce healthy, loving show quality cats that meet CFA standards. To that end, my cats are raised in my home as valuable members of my family.

Quick Info:
  • Location: Rancho Cucamonga, California
  • Associations: CFA
  • Website: Jazzycatzots.com
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​iKitty Cats

Has this breeder been Cat Kingpin Certified? No See our Certified Breeder Agreement

From the breeder:

We are a small no cage cattery specialize in top quality Persians & ExoticShorthair. They are Raised Underfoot.Never caged. All of our cats and all of their parents are PKD tested and Negative by UCDAVIS. All our cats are family member pets and live with us in the home and in attached purpose built cat rooms. And have rain of the house too. They are much loved members of our family.

Quick Info:
  • Location: California City, California
  • Associations: ​CFA
  • Website: ​iKittyCats.com
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Purfurvid

Has this breeder been Cat Kingpin Certified? No See our Certified Breeder Agreement

From the breeder:

​Established in 1985. Exclusively registering and showing in CFA. Quality Exotic Shorthair and Persian lines that include CFA Grand Champions, Distinguished Merits, National Winners and Regional Winners. Specializing in bicolor/calico division Exotic Shorthair and Persian cats. All cats at Purfurvid are DNA PKD negative. Purfurvid is a CFA Cattery of Distinction.

Quick Info:
  • Location: N/A, California
  • Associations: ​CFA
  • Website: Purfurvid.com
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Bella Mia

Has this breeder been Cat Kingpin Certified? No See our Certified Breeder Agreement

From the breeder:

My daughter and I established Bella Mia in 2010 as a result of our love of cats and desire to share a hobby that we both enjoy. Our goal is to raise happy, healthy, beautiful Exotics and Persians that conform to the CFA standard for these breeds. Our cats run free in our home and live as household pets. All of our cats are PKD negative and FIV/FeLV negative.

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MajestyMeow Cattery

Has this breeder been Cat Kingpin Certified? No See our Certified Breeder Agreement

From the breeder:

We are a tiny cage-less CFA Registered Cattery. PKD, FIV, FELV negative, breeding only Persians,exotic(occasionally) All our cats and kittens are hand raised by myself in a comforting home environment. The babies are loved and socialized from the moment they are born, they are under my attention for 24/7. We do NOT offer stud service.

Quick Info:
  • Location: Palm Desert, California
  • Associations: ​CFA
  • Website: MajestyMeow.com
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Exotic Den Cattery

Has this breeder been Cat Kingpin Certified? No See our Certified Breeder Agreement

From the breeder:

I have a small cattery. I have been very fortunate to meet some very wonderful people who have helped me create a new and upcoming cattery with very high quality exotic cats.

Quick Info:
  • Location: ​Southern California, California
  • Associations: N/A
  • Website: ExoticDen.com
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Fancyfriends

Has this breeder been Cat Kingpin Certified? No See our Certified Breeder Agreement

From the breeder:

Fancyfriends is a small cattery in Laguna Beach, California; a laid back beach community known as the “California Riveria”. We are registered with both CFA and TICA. When we show, we do so mostly in our own region, as our kitties are our family and we don’t like to leave them overnight.

Quick Info:
  • Location: Laguna Beach, California
  • Associations: TICA,CFA
  • Website: Fancyfriends.com
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Dazzl M

Has this breeder been Cat Kingpin Certified? No See our Certified Breeder Agreement

From the breeder:

Registered cattery and our cats are DNA PKD negative. Breeding and showing exclusively silver and golden Persians and Exotics since 1994. Our cats are not caged, they are our beloved companions and are kept in the highest standard of cleanliness. Each Persian and exotic that I include in my breeding program has been selected based on their personalities as well as their show pedigrees.

Quick Info:
  • Location: Sacramento, California
  • Associations: ​CFA
  • Website: Dazzle-M.com
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Purrpals

Has this breeder been Cat Kingpin Certified? No See our Certified Breeder Agreement

From the breeder:

Grand Champion lines. Regional and National Winner lines. Written health guarantee. Solid, tabby, particolor. Pet cats/kittens sold with altering agreement. All adults tested negative for PKD.

Quick Info:
  • Location: Sacramento, California
  • Associations: CFA
  • Website: Purrpals.info
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Echo Hill

Has this breeder been Cat Kingpin Certified? No See our Certified Breeder Agreement

From the breeder:

Cattery developed over 40 years of breeding silver and golden Persians and Exotics. Our cats have been PKD DNA tested and only negative cats are used in the breeding program. We are breeding 2-3 litters a year and our babies are treasured and enjoyed by our family. Although the cattery is a hobby, it is a demanding one.

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Toxicate Cattery

Has this breeder been Cat Kingpin Certified? No See our Certified Breeder Agreement

From the breeder:

Registered cattery established in 2009. I specialize in quality Exotics which are the shorthaired version of the Persian cat. I’m focused on raising quality Exotics for showing and breeding, and I show exclusively in CFA.

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Not finding what you need?

Catteries are typically family-run, and sometimes there just aren't enough options near you. If our listed options for Exotic Shorthair Cats in California weren't enough, consider try considering another breed, a nearby state for this Exotic Shorthair Cats, or asking our Facebook group!

What are Exotic Shorthair Cats like?

The Exotic Shorthair, is known for its wide-eyed, sweet expression. Weighing between 6-13 pounds and up to 19 inches in length, they are mid-sized, slender cats (although their fluffy coats may lead you to think they’re larger than they actually are). Their coats are thick and plush, like their Persian ancestors, but short (hence the name). Registered Exotic Shorthair breeders will have kittens for sale with a slew of colors including: white, cream, lilac, red, blue, chocolate or black.

Exotic Shorthairs are known to be mellow and cuddly cats. They are one of the most popular cats due to their adaptability; they can thrive in apartments and around children. They don’t typically enjoy being carried around but will surely sit in your lap.

FAQs when considering Exotic Shorthair Cats

How much do Exotic Shorthair Cats cost in California?

As a sought-after breed, Exotic Shorthair Cats for sale in California cost between $800 and $2,200. A cat’s price is based on its pedigree, coat quality, age, health and vaccination history. If an Exotic Shorthair Cat’s parents are show-winning, they can be even more expensive.

What is the lifespan of an Exotic Shorthair cat?

The average lifespan of an Exotic Shorthair cat is 12-15 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live even longer.

What should I ask to choose the right Exotic Shorthair Cat breeder?

While there are many people in California who claim to be ethical Exotic Shorthair Cat breeders, not all hold a standard that you can feel great about. Asking some relevant questions about their philosophy will ensure you avoid Exotic Shorthair Cat breeders that do this only for financial gain, not having the interests of the cats or you in mind. Make sure you ask about:

  • Health history of the parents and vaccinations. They should have their first vaccinations by the time they're adopted.
  • Whether they've bred their Exotic Shorthair Cats with other breeds (they should disclose this and it would make it not a purebred lien.
  • Have the socialized the kitten among other kittens?
  • Do they belong to a California Exotic Shorthair Cat breed club? You can ask for references from the club.

Why does it matter if I buy from a registered Exotic Shorthair Cat breeder?

When you buy from a registered Exotic Shorthair Cat breeder (with either their local Exotic Shorthair Cat club, governing body, or TICA/CFA), that ensures that a standard of care and expertise is enforced. You can ask them about a wide range of topics such as the Exotic Shorthair Cat’s genealogy, the right kitten for you, common health problems with Exotic Shorthair Cats to look out for. We offer additional registration through our Cat Kingpin Certified program as well, although it's not a replacement for other registrations.

Michael Steele

List Author: Michael Steele

I have had two interests since I was very young… the Internet and cats. I grew up with two lovely cats in my family, Midnight and Chloe. But when I started looking for a cat as an adult, I realized how few reliable resources there are for finding ethical breeders. So I combined my Internet skills and cat knowledge to create Cat Kingpin, the #1 resource for cat breeders online. Have a question or suggestion for my list? You can reach me here.