All of these are measured against the standards of perfection as adopted by the U. S. cat associations. Pet quality does not mean that the kitten is unhealthy. It only means that the kitten should become someone's beloved pet rather than be bred and possibly pass on an undesirable cosmetic trait to other kittens it may produce. Breeding purebred cats is a full-time, very intensive avocation. To understand what responsible breeders expect from a new owner, it is probably useful for the potential new owner to understand a little about breeding pedigreed cats.
Breeding requires much study.
It also requires time and dedication. And, to be blunt, it also requires quite a bit of disposable income - the income in a cattery very rarely matches the expenses incurred. As we noted, responsible breeders do not breed to produce pet kittens to make money. That cost includes all of its food, its kitten and rabies shots, litter, disposable nursery supplies, special food for the pregnant and nursing mommy, etc. We hope that the potential new owners understand these costs when we quote our price for a pet quality kitten.