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Verifiable Cattery Credentials & Breeder Identity

We believe in total transparency. Pure Maine Coons is an accredited, family-operated preservation cattery founded in 2016 by Marcus & Sarah Sterling in Austin, Texas.

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TICA Registered

The International Cat Association

Registered in good standing since 2016 under South Central Region. All kittens receive official TICA blue-slip pedigree documentation.

TICA Cattery Number#104829
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CFA Cattery of Excellence

Cat Fanciers' Association

Inspected and designated under CFA Gulf Shore Region. Compliant with strict ethical housing, veterinary hygiene, and social stimulation criteria.

CFA Cattery Number#308941
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WCF Registered

World Cat Federation

International European registration confirming authentic Russian and European bloodlines with true giant conformation and feral lynx expression.

WCF Registration#US-TX-98412
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Meet the Breeders & Visit Our Nursery

Our home cattery is owned and operated by Marcus & Sarah Sterling. Our kittens are whelped and raised underfoot inside our home in Austin, Texas alongside our children, receiving daily handling, early neurological stimulation, and desensitization to everyday household activity.

Physical Address12408 Oak Knoll DrAustin, TX 78759
Direct Nursery Line(512) 872-3644Mon–Sat 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM CST
check_circleIn-Person Visits: Welcome by scheduled appointment for approved adopting families to visit their selected kitten prior to pickup.
check_circleLive Video Nursery Tours: We schedule live 1-on-1 FaceTime / Zoom calls anytime so prospective owners can see the nursery, meet Marcus & Sarah, and watch their kitten interact with littermates.
check_circleVeterinary Reference: Travis County Animal Hospital · Dr. Katherine Howard, DVM (Available upon request for veterinary reference checks).
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Schedule a Live Video Call

Meet Marcus & Sarah Sterling and see our nursery live on FaceTime or Zoom.

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How to Independently Verify Our Cattery

Follow these simple steps to verify our registration directly with the official registries.

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Check TICA Registry

Visit tica.org and search for cattery registration #104829 or verify our registration certificate under the South Central Region.

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Check CFA Registry

Visit cfa.org and search for cattery #308941 (Pure Maine Coons, Gulf Shore Region) to verify our Cattery of Excellence standing.

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Request DNA Proof

Contact our nursery to view complete UC Davis Veterinary Genetics Laboratory panels (HCM, SMA, PKDef N/N) for the parents of any kitten you are adopting.

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Our Anti-Fraud Commitment: How to Avoid Online Pet Scams

Online pet scams frequently target families seeking Maine Coon kittens. Scammers create cookie-cutter websites with stolen photos and fake claims. Below are the classic red flags to avoid, and how Pure Maine Coons guarantees your safety:

cancelScam Red Flag: Peer-to-Peer Cash Apps Only

Scammers demand payment exclusively via Cash App, Zelle, Chime, or Apple Pay transfers. These peer-to-peer apps offer zero buyer protection and cannot be traced or reversed once sent.

check_circleOur Standard: Formal written adoption contracts with verifiable business identity and direct concierge confirmation.
cancelScam Red Flag: Impossible Genetics & Bulk Kittens

Scammers steal kitten pictures from multiple breeders, advertising 30+ kittens all miraculously the exact same age (e.g. 11 or 12 weeks), or listing genetically impossible combinations such as male tortoiseshells.

check_circleOur Standard: Genuine home cattery raising 1-2 litters at a time with accurate genetics and registered parent lineages.
cancelScam Red Flag: Anonymous Identity & No Address

Scammers hide behind generic email forms, refuse live video calls, give vague locations, and never share breeder names or actual street addresses.

check_circleOur Standard: Real breeders (Marcus & Sarah Sterling), real Austin address (12408 Oak Knoll Dr), and live HD video nursery tours.
cancelScam Red Flag: $300-$500 "Purebred" Prices

A purebred Maine Coon kitten costs over $1,500 in genetic DNA tests, cardiologist ultrasounds, core vaccinations, microchips, and high-protein nutrition alone. Listings offering $400 kittens are guaranteed scams.

check_circleOur Standard: Transparent adoption tiers ($3,200–$3,800) covering full medical records, TICA papers, and 10-year genetic guarantee.

Adopt with Absolute Confidence

Browse our current healthy, socialized litters or reach out to Marcus & Sarah with any questions about our breeding standards.

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