Friday, June 22, 2012
Saturday, March 03, 2012
After more than a year....
We're Baaack...
Yup - a new brood is here.
Bu - Ulla's beautiful blue Balinese Baby - is a new mum. And what a good mum she is. We waited until Bu was almost 2 to breed her. We found the most lovely traditional Siamese male and they fell in love. Tragically Tye the dad, died in a terrible fire - through no fault of his owner, just days before his last litter of kittens were born - 21st December 2011. It was the winter Solstice and the day of the 20th anniverary of my own mother's passing. I think these are very special kittens. We have 3 girls, 2 boys, 2 runts (a boy and a girl). There are either blues or chocolates, or possibly seals - but at this point color is not confirmed. Please be in touch soon, as they are the only registered apple-heads, mums came from the US, being bred in the UK. We still register with the TCA (Traditional Cat Association, to preserve, protect and promote the traditional purebred cat).
We expect these newbies to go quickly, we've taken 2 deposits already, and this is my first announcement. I have fixed their price at £400 GBP for families in the UK and/or the Rep. of Ireland, who are able to come and pick out a kitten for themselves. If available, we will sell a pair for £700. Kittens traveling overseas or to the mainland should expect to add an additional £400 to cover: extra veterinary visits, additional vaccines (not required in the UK), passports, additional 4 weeks keep and prep, as well as basic private transport - which we arrange, no exceptions.
While we promote propagation and support those who wish to do limited breeding - we screen all prospective breeders, charge additional fees for breeding rights and reserve the final say whether a kitten will be eligible for the active registry. In general however, we encourage families who wish to share the experience of having a litter or two and those who love the traditional Siamese and Balinese and want to help save the breed in Europe; and we offer support and guidance as we are able. Lots of new pictures and videos to come.
Saturday, February 04, 2012
A very special little girl...
She's the most lovable, independent sweetheart. Which is why we've been thinking about having her stay...
Possibly one girl still avalable from this litter.
Please ask if you are interested or looking for the future.
Possibly one girl still avalable from this litter.
Please ask if you are interested or looking for the future.
Wednesday, September 07, 2011
September 2011
Sorry for the time away. We are in transition; going to the US for the summer and moving house when we return. We'll be back in September 2011, with plans to breed again. We have 2 girls just longing to have families. Please contact us after the first week in Sept. for more information regarding future litters.
Sorry for the time away. We are in transition; going to the US for the summer and moving house when we return. We'll be back in September 2011, with plans to breed again. We have 2 girls just longing to have families. Please contact us after the first week in Sept. for more information regarding future litters.
Monday, August 22, 2011
Wednesday, August 03, 2011
New Litter of Balinese Have Arrived!!!
30th August 2010
(see Details and Photos below)
Welcome to Island Blues ~ UK
Traditional SIAMESE & Traditional BALINESE ~ Cats & Kittens
Relocated to the UK. We are now in South West Scotland ~ at Kirkdale House ~ in the village of Carsluith ~ Wigtownshire ~ Dumfries & Galloway
Please enjoy our cats and kittens here and contact us ~ until further notice ~ NORTHISLANDBLUES@GMAIL.COM or call Ellen at +44(0)1557.840.384
This is our homegrown blog ~ here to introduce you to our homegrown cattery. We raise traditional Siamese and Balinese ~ otherwise known as "Old Fashioned" "Classic" or "Apple Heads". Our kittens grow-up in our bedrooms, underfoot with children and dogs. Please enjoy the pictures ~ and contact us if you are looking for a kitten of your own.
Big News Below
Read on for Big News, history and fun stories or follow the link to the right to see what kittens are available. Again please write to be put on our mailing list or to reserve a kitten now!
Based for years in and around NYC, my husband decided to take a year or 2 abroad, teaching and finishing his research of ancient stones. We moved to Forres Scotland in February 2007 and then to Carsluith in January 2008. Before we left the US, we had heard that there are very few Traditional and Classic Siamese in the UK. And Traditional Balinese you just can't find. We had several calls from the UK asking us to import kittens, but it is virtually impossible to bring any pet into the UK without a 6 month quarantine. So I decided to bring 2 adult females, who were expecting. As you can imagine it was very tricky. It took us (my daughter Dania and me) close to 9 months to get the girls ready to come. Now they are here, our mission is to plant a few new seeds and hope for the best.
Now for the Big News - read on...
30th August 2010
(see Details and Photos below)
Welcome to Island Blues ~ UK
Traditional SIAMESE & Traditional BALINESE ~ Cats & Kittens
Relocated to the UK. We are now in South West Scotland ~ at Kirkdale House ~ in the village of Carsluith ~ Wigtownshire ~ Dumfries & Galloway
Please enjoy our cats and kittens here and contact us ~ until further notice ~ NORTHISLANDBLUES@GMAIL.COM or call Ellen at +44(0)1557.840.384
This is our homegrown blog ~ here to introduce you to our homegrown cattery. We raise traditional Siamese and Balinese ~ otherwise known as "Old Fashioned" "Classic" or "Apple Heads". Our kittens grow-up in our bedrooms, underfoot with children and dogs. Please enjoy the pictures ~ and contact us if you are looking for a kitten of your own.
Big News Below
Read on for Big News, history and fun stories or follow the link to the right to see what kittens are available. Again please write to be put on our mailing list or to reserve a kitten now!
Based for years in and around NYC, my husband decided to take a year or 2 abroad, teaching and finishing his research of ancient stones. We moved to Forres Scotland in February 2007 and then to Carsluith in January 2008. Before we left the US, we had heard that there are very few Traditional and Classic Siamese in the UK. And Traditional Balinese you just can't find. We had several calls from the UK asking us to import kittens, but it is virtually impossible to bring any pet into the UK without a 6 month quarantine. So I decided to bring 2 adult females, who were expecting. As you can imagine it was very tricky. It took us (my daughter Dania and me) close to 9 months to get the girls ready to come. Now they are here, our mission is to plant a few new seeds and hope for the best.
Now for the Big News - read on...
Monday, September 20, 2010
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
~ 30th August 2010 ~ DAY ONE
Ulla and Levis' last litter has arrived. And what a sweet bunch they are!
3 Blue Boys
2 Girls ~ Lilac and Blue
DAY TEN:
This is a bumper crop. These little angels are already snuggling up, peeking out of their warm and cozy bedroom, greeting me every time I walk by. The 3 boys are all so different. One looks exactly like Ulla at the same age; round as a ball ~ head, eyes, tummy.
We have a Mokie twin or two. And the girls are exceptional. Both are rather petite ~ the blue very much so. Their eyes are almond, which means they'll surely be as deep blue as the sea, or the rag bowl in the photo. Here are a few pictures documenting their growth so far.
Please check the information page for new pricing and kitten availability. For this litter only ~ each kitten will be priced individually. Sadly as it's our very last Ulla / Levi litter which for now means it's the last 5 true Old Style, Traditional Balinese in the UK. Unless we find another traditional male by next spring, we'll be closing up shop.
Meanwhile, we have finally decided to breed Mia:
Ulla and Levi's long and lanky daughter. ~ Mia above ~ We decided to breed her to a beautiful Bengal. She is with her mate ~ Ozzie ~ right now (blue-eyed snow spot ~ Ozzie was the only surviving kitten out his litter and was totally hand reared from birth. As a result is very friendly,very outgoing with a superb temperament)
and a litter of Bengal/Bali kittens are expected in 2 months. We are so excited to see what they will look like. I don't know if Bengals have ever been out-crossed with long haired Siamese. By the time they are here, I promise to be better prepared. Our hope is to have the most beautiful kittens: with coats as silky smooth as the Balinese, as soft as the Bengals, with wonderfully surprising markings and maybe even a plumed tail; with personalities that are as smart, silly and affectionate as Mia, who I know will be a great mum (below with Ulla's babies)
and as brave and bold as the Bengal and as Passionate as their Papa. The only thing we do know, is that they should all be blue eyed and have fantastic conformation. As it's Mia's first litter and Bengals are large, we don't think she will have many. So please let us know if you are interested now. Remember:
Both Ulla's and Mia's litters are extremely rare and will be the only of their kind. We can only reserve kittens with a non-refundable deposit ~ starting at £100. Feel free to call for more information.
Ulla and Levis' last litter has arrived. And what a sweet bunch they are!
3 Blue Boys
2 Girls ~ Lilac and Blue
DAY TEN:
This is a bumper crop. These little angels are already snuggling up, peeking out of their warm and cozy bedroom, greeting me every time I walk by. The 3 boys are all so different. One looks exactly like Ulla at the same age; round as a ball ~ head, eyes, tummy.
We have a Mokie twin or two. And the girls are exceptional. Both are rather petite ~ the blue very much so. Their eyes are almond, which means they'll surely be as deep blue as the sea, or the rag bowl in the photo. Here are a few pictures documenting their growth so far.
Please check the information page for new pricing and kitten availability. For this litter only ~ each kitten will be priced individually. Sadly as it's our very last Ulla / Levi litter which for now means it's the last 5 true Old Style, Traditional Balinese in the UK. Unless we find another traditional male by next spring, we'll be closing up shop.
Meanwhile, we have finally decided to breed Mia:
Ulla and Levi's long and lanky daughter. ~ Mia above ~ We decided to breed her to a beautiful Bengal. She is with her mate ~ Ozzie ~ right now (blue-eyed snow spot ~ Ozzie was the only surviving kitten out his litter and was totally hand reared from birth. As a result is very friendly,very outgoing with a superb temperament)
and a litter of Bengal/Bali kittens are expected in 2 months. We are so excited to see what they will look like. I don't know if Bengals have ever been out-crossed with long haired Siamese. By the time they are here, I promise to be better prepared. Our hope is to have the most beautiful kittens: with coats as silky smooth as the Balinese, as soft as the Bengals, with wonderfully surprising markings and maybe even a plumed tail; with personalities that are as smart, silly and affectionate as Mia, who I know will be a great mum (below with Ulla's babies)
and as brave and bold as the Bengal and as Passionate as their Papa. The only thing we do know, is that they should all be blue eyed and have fantastic conformation. As it's Mia's first litter and Bengals are large, we don't think she will have many. So please let us know if you are interested now. Remember:
Both Ulla's and Mia's litters are extremely rare and will be the only of their kind. We can only reserve kittens with a non-refundable deposit ~ starting at £100. Feel free to call for more information.
Friday, August 20, 2010
Friday, July 30, 2010
BIG NEWS:
Danny will be a grandfather again (seen stretching here). Danny has siblings, who are living with the Sultan of Brunei. Dan's daughter Ulla and her mate Levis are expecting (we think for the last time) around the 30th August 2010. This time Lili went to visit Levis as well - However, Lili has gone to live with Noah in Geneve Switzerland. It will also be Lili's last litter. Lili's delivery should be a week after Ulla. Many lovely kittens we hope. Based on last year's return, we estimate 3/4 Balinese - lots of lilac and blue. Be sure to check back "Available Kittens". We'll post births - videos too - as soon as they arrive.
Our Beginnings ~ History
The name Island Blues comes from our deep connection with several special islands around the globe. We do not consider ourselves "breeders", just a small family who share our lives with a small family of cats. We have had Siamese since I was 8 yrs old (a very long time ago) and have had litters now and then.
This is Fiona with her first 2 kittens Lili and Luna - their sister Lamb went to live with Charlie and Jen in Brooklyn. Fiona, Lili and Bear are the moms of all kittens we have had at Island Blues.
Today we have just 2 beautiful moms still breeding occasionally:
Lili, one of our blue point Siamese girls above, has gone to live with Noah (again) only this time in Switzerland. She is expecting early September - her last litter. Her daughter Ulla (was Oolah), a stunning lilac Balinese,
came to the UK with Lili and us in 2007. Ulla is also expecting (here in Scotland) around 30 August. And last we have Mia. Ulla and Levis' daughter, who is just over one year and has not yet been bred. But we surely will when the time is right. Mia is my dear sweet friend, my everything. I had no business keeping her -- no itention of breeding more and no male to breed her with. But she crept into my heart and wouldn't let go.
Mia is everyone's favorite - even the old crumudgin Fiona has adopted her. I can't wait till she is a mom. All our girls come from excellent TCA and CFA registered catteries, with a long line of handsome traditional parents. We are committed to raising only healthy traditional Siamese and traditional Balinese. They are (as all Siamese owners claim) very witty and wise, extremely affectionate and keep us continually amused.
This is Mokie - I could write a novel about Mo, who will always have a special place in my heart - forever. Mokie went through a great deal right after birth. But today, he lives near Newton Stewart with friends Emma and John. Mokie rides on the back of a motorcycle and enjoys a cuppa at the Bladnock Inn every day around 3. Most everyone on the Machars knows Mokie.
Do read about all the goings on here since the beginning below. Or go to the links at the top right, to see what kittens we currently have available. Other links include: sales of Sherpa Pet Carriers ~ at greatly reduced prices, funny stuff, extended families, and reservation forms. Have fun.
My Mia xox
Danny will be a grandfather again (seen stretching here). Danny has siblings, who are living with the Sultan of Brunei. Dan's daughter Ulla and her mate Levis are expecting (we think for the last time) around the 30th August 2010. This time Lili went to visit Levis as well - However, Lili has gone to live with Noah in Geneve Switzerland. It will also be Lili's last litter. Lili's delivery should be a week after Ulla. Many lovely kittens we hope. Based on last year's return, we estimate 3/4 Balinese - lots of lilac and blue. Be sure to check back "Available Kittens". We'll post births - videos too - as soon as they arrive.
Our Beginnings ~ History
The name Island Blues comes from our deep connection with several special islands around the globe. We do not consider ourselves "breeders", just a small family who share our lives with a small family of cats. We have had Siamese since I was 8 yrs old (a very long time ago) and have had litters now and then.
This is Fiona with her first 2 kittens Lili and Luna - their sister Lamb went to live with Charlie and Jen in Brooklyn. Fiona, Lili and Bear are the moms of all kittens we have had at Island Blues.
Today we have just 2 beautiful moms still breeding occasionally:
Lili, one of our blue point Siamese girls above, has gone to live with Noah (again) only this time in Switzerland. She is expecting early September - her last litter. Her daughter Ulla (was Oolah), a stunning lilac Balinese,
came to the UK with Lili and us in 2007. Ulla is also expecting (here in Scotland) around 30 August. And last we have Mia. Ulla and Levis' daughter, who is just over one year and has not yet been bred. But we surely will when the time is right. Mia is my dear sweet friend, my everything. I had no business keeping her -- no itention of breeding more and no male to breed her with. But she crept into my heart and wouldn't let go.
Mia is everyone's favorite - even the old crumudgin Fiona has adopted her. I can't wait till she is a mom. All our girls come from excellent TCA and CFA registered catteries, with a long line of handsome traditional parents. We are committed to raising only healthy traditional Siamese and traditional Balinese. They are (as all Siamese owners claim) very witty and wise, extremely affectionate and keep us continually amused.
This is Mokie - I could write a novel about Mo, who will always have a special place in my heart - forever. Mokie went through a great deal right after birth. But today, he lives near Newton Stewart with friends Emma and John. Mokie rides on the back of a motorcycle and enjoys a cuppa at the Bladnock Inn every day around 3. Most everyone on the Machars knows Mokie.
Do read about all the goings on here since the beginning below. Or go to the links at the top right, to see what kittens we currently have available. Other links include: sales of Sherpa Pet Carriers ~ at greatly reduced prices, funny stuff, extended families, and reservation forms. Have fun.
My Mia xox
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