Bengal Queen "Aine" 9 weeks old
Can you say "Energy"? :)
We finally picked up Bengal Queen "Aine" (aka Summer). She is more then we could have ever hoped for. She is as active as she is beautiful. Below is some pictures of her and our first ever Imperial Felines Youtube movie!! enjoy.
I am excited to announce our newest Bengal King "Loki". He is an awesome marble Bengal and he is a true stud. He was a rescue from a family that could no longer take care of him. He is a little over a year old already and came with his female companion "Cleopatra".
Introducing our Bengal Queen "Celopatra". We rescued her along with "Loki" and she is a lover cat for sure! She is going to make a wonderful addition to the Imperial Breeding program.
Just look at her beautiful eye liner markings!
We are currently working under The International Cat Association (TICA) to develop the “Imperial” breed standard. This amazing feline has lineage from the Jungle cat and the Asian leopard cat, although our program uses no actual wild cats. The breed standard mixes exotic features of spots, marbling and rosettes seen in Asian leopard cats with the curled eared traits seen in the American curl, Jungle Curl and Highland Lynx. We are currently in phase one of the experimental breeding program.
To enhance the gene pool, we have carefully chosen breeders from Bengal, Highland Lynx, Desert Lynx, and Jungle Cat Hybrid breeds. All of our foundation cats bear some characteristics desired in the Imperial breed. The foundation kings and queens have spots, rosettes or marbling and some of the foundations have polydactyl feet and/or natural bob tails. Our foundation breeders are hybrid cats not from recognized as standard The International Cat Association (TICA) breeds and under their rules have been registered as Domestic Short Hair or Domestic Long Hair cats for use with the Imperial breeding program. Some of our foundation breeders are also registered with the Rare and Exotic Feline Registry (REFR) as purebred Highland Lynx and Desert Lynx cats.
All of the cats used in our program are very smart, loving and have dog-like personalities. All of our cats are raised underfoot and have regular interaction with other cats, dogs and children.
Even though the TICA standard will evolve over time below is the complete TICA Standard we are working towards at the current time.
IMPERIAL BREED GROUP (IS/IL)
HEAD. . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 points
Shape. . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Ears. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Eyes ... . . . . . . . . . . . . ..5
Chin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Muzzle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Profile.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
BODY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 points
Torso. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Legs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Feet. . . . . . . . . . . ….....10
Tail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Boning. . . . . . . . . . . . . ..3
Musculature. . . . . . . . . . 4
COAT/COLOR/PATTERN. 30 points
Texture.. . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Pattern. . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Color. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
CATEGORIES: Traditional.
DIVISIONS: Tabby and Silver/Smoke.
COLORS: All colors. Spotted Patterns or Marbled ONLY.
PERMISSIBLE OUTCROSSES:
Bengal, American Curl and Domestic longhair/shorthair, not a member of a recognized breed.
HEAD:
Shape: Medium inverted wedge, almost as wide as it is long.
Ears: The ear should curve backwards in an arch. Firm cartilage from ear base to at least one-third of height of ear. Wide at base and open; curving back in an arc when viewed from the front, side or rear. The surface of the curved portion of the ear should be smooth. Tips rounded and flexible. Moderately large in proportion to head. Set equally on top and side of head. Hair tufts inside ears desirable.
Eyes: Medium, slightly flattened oval and set on bias to just below the outside edge of the ear. Moderately large in proportion to head.
Chin: aligns with top of nose in profile.
Muzzle: Proportionate to the cheekbones and length of nose, with full whisker pads.
Nose: Large and wide; slightly puffed nose leather.
Profile: Straight nose with gentle rise from bridge of nose to forehead which then flows into arched neck without a break.
BODY:
Torso: Medium to large in size with noticeable depth. Rectangular in shape. Overall muscled, athletic appearance. Males are proportionally larger than females.
Legs: Medium length, slightly longer in the back than in the front.
Feet: Large and round.. All toes except dew claws must rest on floor pointing forward. Longhair (IL) must have toe tufts.
Tail: Medium to long tail acceptable. not longer than body.
Boning: Medium to large, dense, robust; never delicate.
Musculature: Muscular and athletic looking
COAT/COLOR/PATTERN:
Length (IS): Short with tail coat same length as body coat.
Length (IH): Semi-long with tail coat full and plumed.
Texture(IS): Dense and luxurious, close-lying, unusually soft and silky to the touch.
Texture(IH): Dense and luxurious, unusually soft and silky to the touch.
Patterns: Spotted or Marbled ONLY.
Spotted: Spots shall be random, or aligned horizontally. Rosettes showing two distinct colors or shades, such as paw print shaped, arrowhead shaped, doughnut or half-doughnut shaped or clustered are preferred to single spotting but not required. Extreme Contrast with ground color and spot color is desirable. Strong mascara markings desirable. Belly must have pattern.
Marbled: See TICA Uniform Color Description (74.1.1.2.1).
Glitter: Some glitter preferred but not required. The more the better without undue loss of contrast.
OTHER: Balance/proper proportion is more important than overall size.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Imperial is a medium to large cat with attractive curled ears combined with a beautiful spotted or marbled coat. They have a wild look, but the breed is not trying to mimic any real life wild animal. Keeping this in mind judges should give special merit to cats that exhibit unique and exotic patterns. They are athletic and exhibit a muscular and solid build. They are alert and active with gentle, even dispositions.
ALLOWANCES: Polydactyl; seven toes maximum. Spots on body running together forming strips on spotted cats. Paw pads not consistent with color group description. Allow for stud jowls in males. Males proportionately larger than females. Eyes slightly almond shaped.
PENALIZE:
Body: Excessive size without proper conformation. Any distinct locket on the neck, chest, abdomen or any other area.
Ears: Vertical/horizontal crimps. Depressions or ripples on the surface of the curled portion of the ears. Abrupt change of direction rather than a smooth curve. Lack of firm cartilage in base of ear. Extreme curl in an adult cat where the tip of the ear touches the back of the head or the ear itself. Ear tips that are not flexible.
WITHHOLD ALL AWARDS (WW):
Belly not patterned. Straight or severely mismatched ears.
Temperament must be unchallenging; any sign of definite challenge shall disqualify. The cat may exhibit
fear, seek to flee, or generally complain aloud but may not threaten to harm. In accordance with Show Rules,
ARTICLE SIXTEEN, the following shall be considered mandatory disqualifications: a cat that bites
(216.9), a cat showing evidence of intent to deceive (216.10), adult whole male cats not having two descended testicles (216.11), cats with all or part of the tail missing , except as authorized by a board
approved standard (216.12.1), cats with more than five toes on each front foot and four toes on each back foot, unless proved the result of an injury or as authorized by a board approved standard (216.12.2), visible or invisible tail faults if Board approved standard requires disqualification (216.12.4), crossed eyes if Board
approved standard requires disqualification (216.12.5), total blindness (216.12.6), markedly smaller size, not in keeping with the breed (216.12.9), and depression of the sternum or unusually small diameter of the rib cage itself (216.12.11.1). See Show Rules, ARTICLE SIXTEEN for more comprehensive rules governing penalties anddisqualifications.
Revised 07/21/10 Imperial Breed Group Standard, 07/21/2010
Queen Aine is coming along very nicely and we are excited to announce we will be getting her next week-end. We are very excited.
Here are some new pictures of her at 7 weeks old, enjoy!
EDIT: We have pushed off getting her for 1 more week
Imperial Felines - Sales Agreement
Breed:__________________Color:________________Sex:_______________________
Sire:____________________Dam:________________Birth date :__________________
Sold with registration papers:________________
This kitten is being sold to:
Name:__________________________________________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________________________________
Telephone:______________________________________________________________________________
Imperial Felines, (Seller), agrees to sell to Buyer, the kitten designated above for a price of $____________ which includes a non-refundable deposit of $__________ paid on (date)_________________. Balance of purchase price to be paid before delivery of the kitten. If shipping is required, Buyer is responsible for all shipping fees (airline fees, appropriate carrier, health certificate) which will be no less than $400. Delivery costs will be negotiable between Buyer and Seller if transporting by car. Failure to pay in full for the kitten and shipping costs will result in loss of deposit by Buyer and Seller shall then be free to place the kitten with another buyer. The kitten described above is being sold as a pet (not for breeding or showing) and the following consideration:
1. Buyer accepts the responsibility of caring for the kitten and will provide properly for its welfare. Buyer agrees to keep the kitten indoors in a clean and pleasant environment, uncaged and with proper nutrition, health care, and companionship.
2. Buyer agrees that this kitten was purchased as a pet(not for breeding or showing), and unless altered before sale, must be spayed or neutered before the age of six months. Buyer assures and guarantees that this kitten will not be used for breeding or stud.
If applicable: Registration papers will be held until Buyer has provided Seller with a valid statement of spay/neuter signed by a licensed veterinarian. Seller agrees to sign kitten's registration papers over to the Buyer within 30 days of receiving the appropriate documentation.
If applicable: Registration papers will be held until Buyer has provided Seller with a valid statement of spay/neuter signed by a licensed veterinarian. Seller agrees to sign kitten's registration papers over to the Buyer within 30 days of receiving the appropriate documentation.
3. Health Guarantee: This kitten is guaranteed of sound health upon delivery or arrival, and for a period of 72 hours thereafter if vetted within that time. Failure to have the animal checked by a licensed veterinarian within 72 hours will void any guarantee. It is recommended that the new kitten be quarantined during that 72-hour period. If found to be medically deficient with an untreatable or life-threatening problem, this must be reported to the Seller immediately. If professional medical care is given to the kitten during the 72-hour period, the Buyer shall be responsible for all veterinary and professional expenses incurred on behalf of the kitten. The Seller shall at no time and under no circumstances be liable for more that the replacement of the kitten. Upon its return, it will be replaced with another kitten of equal value. The Seller reserves the right to return a cash refund. If no replacement is available at the time of return, Seller will have up to one year to furnish a comparable kitten. The kitten cannot be returned for compensation after the guaranteed period has expired and/or it has been exposed to another cat. Seller will not honor any health guarantee if the kitten dies of a virus from contact with another animal not bred at this Cattery. The buyer agrees to provide immediate veterinary care to this kitten if it shows signs of distress, illness, or injury. Failure to do so will render the guarantee null and void. If the kitten dies within the guarantee period, despite medical treatment, compensation will be made ONLY if a licensed veterinarian certifies the cause of death. When the kitten arrives at your home he/she will have been inoculated for (1) Panleukopenia, (2) Viral Rhinotracheitis, (3) Calicivirus. Upon buyer's first veterinarian visit it is suggested that the buyer discuss the FeLV (Feline Leukemia Virus) and FIP (Feline Infectious Peritonitis) vaccines with their veterinarian and proceed according to the veterinarian's suggestion at that time.
4. The kitten is guaranteed against congenital defects for one year. Should the animal die within that time as a direct result of a congenital defect, the cat will be replaced ONLY if an appropriate necropsy is performed by a licensed veterinarian and a veterinarian's certificate is provided as proof of cause of death. A replacement will be made of a cat of comparable quality and value, as available, at the discretion of the Seller. NO CASH REFUNDS.
5. The buyer agrees that this cat will at no time be sold, leased, or given to any pet shop, animal dealer, animal research facility, animal shelter or to anyone who has ever been convicted of neglect of or cruelty to an animal, nor shall it be abandoned. It is the intention of the Seller that the Buyer be a permanent placement. If at any time the Buyer becomes unable to care for the kitten, Seller is given the right of first refusal. If the Seller does not receive the kitten, it is the responsibility of the Buyer to place the kitten in a home that meets the same conditions as stated in this contract.
Any legal action which may arise under the terms of this contract will be brought in Polk County in the state of Florida. Buyer shall be liable for any court costs and related charges including attorney's fees associated with Seller enforcing the terms of this contract. This agreement is the entire agreement between parties.
Seller Recommendations:
● The kitten should be isolated from other pets for at least one week to acclimate to its new surroundings.
● Any changes to the kittens diet should be made slowly as sudden changes may result in episodes of diarrhea.
● Your kitten has been fed Life's Abundance Premium Dry Health Food for cats and a raw food diet. It is recommended that your kitten remain on this food for at least the first year and have access to dry food and fresh water at all times.
● The kitten should be given frequent and kind human attention with a generous amount of play and exercise.
● The kitten should not be caged with the exception of short-term confinement if necessary.
In signing this document, Buyer acknowledges that he/she has read, fully understands, and agrees to all of the terms and conditions of the above sale.
Buyer___________________________________Date______________
Seller___________________________________Date______________
As our first concern is for the well-being of our cats, we reserve the right to refuse the sale of any cat or kitten to any individual at any time.
Queen Zaria has already stolen the love of our family and it seams she has already done the same with King Odin.
Zaria and Odin relaxing in the kitchen. They are so cute together.
Zaria and Odin have cuddle time sleeping on blanket in the family room.
New Bengal Queen coming soon!!
We are very excited to announce that our newest Queen will be here in June. She is an amazing full blooded Bengal with rosettes all over. She is only 4 weeks old right now and growing very fast.
Her name will be "Aine", named after the Irish goddess of summer.
Queen Aine and King Odin will be the corner stones of the Imperial Breeding Program.
View Queen Aine's Photo Gallery HERE
View Queen Aine's Photo Gallery HERE
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