We have kittens on the way...

There has been definite interest from some of our late calling ladies and we have one suspected pregnancy.

More details and pictures soon!

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you are interested in speaking about current or future kittens, retiring queens or owning a Bengal in general.

All of our Bengal kittens grow up in our home, sometimes alongside our Ragdoll litters, in our kitten nursery room. They are used to lots of love and cuddles as well as the usual household noises, like the hoover, doorbell and telephone. They are handled by us from birth and, under supervision when they are a bit older, by our young children. They are also accustomed to other animals, not least our beautiful pair of Rottweiler boys. Confident and carefree, they are also endlessly curious and daring companions.

See below for further information on

Bengatage Bengal kittens.

Frisky brothers Bengatage Demetrius & Bengatage Dante, 2007

Our kittens are reared and sold within the guidelines of the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy (GCCF) and The Bengal Cat Club. (See links page for further information on these organisations.)

They go to their new homes at about 13 weeks of age. Kittens leave us GCCF-registered (with a four-generation pedigree), wormed, micro-chipped and fully vet-checked - every day of their lives! There's no question that they benefit greatly not only from stay-at-home-mum Lara's care and attention but from Andy's expertise as a veterinary surgeon.

They are vaccinated against flu, enteritis, chlamydia and feline leukaemia and go to their new homes with a supply of both food and litter, a Bengatage information pack and four weeks' worth of insurance cover. This is all inclusive in the price.

All of our Bengals are healthy and happy and enjoy an inordinate amount of attention, care and love. The cattery is in a grassy meadow on our one-acre property with beautiful views, clean warm sleeping quarters and plenty of room to run around and play. Pressure activated heating pads and heated runs keep them cosy in winter and they drink fresh Scottish spring water with their Hills Science Diet & Royal Canin.

We completed a very large and rustic outdoor enclosure in July of 2008. Complete with rocky terrain and wooden frames constructed of old telegraph poles and decking sections, this has proved a huge hit with our acrobatic little lot. Simple additions - like the old upturned satellite dish bolted to one of the climbing structures - have created a unique space where they can enjoy their rough play but also find a choice spot for some sunbathing in the summer months. Further plans include a shallow pond, as we know how Bengals love their water!

"We can't thank you enough for letting us own Bindi. She is a joy to have and so affectionate. She greets you like a dog, talks to you all the time and has lots of kisses and cuddles to give.

We have had so many lovely comments about her and our vet thinks she is wonderful - she even climbed up on him and gave him a kiss.

Can't wait to own one of your Ragdoll babies. We have no hesitation in owning any of your kittens, as your breeding is exceptional and your kittens are very well reared. I wish more breeders took the time and patience that you do."

- Dave & Lainey Harrison, happy owners of Bengatage Aggie (AKA "Bindi", pictured right), Ragatage Kyla & Ragatage Neroli

[See our sister site if you are interested in finding out more about Ragdolls: www.ragatage.co.uk]

Kittens bought purely as pets or show neuters cost £400 each. We are open to the idea of selling our kittens for potential breeding but would need to speak extensively to prospective owners regarding their plans for happiness, health, hygiene, upkeep, general maintenance of living quarters, etc. Pricing for these would be negotiated with reference to the pricing structure set out by the GCCF.

A deposit of £100 is required to secure a kitten.

Feel free to contact us if you are interested in arranging a visit or would like to chat more about becoming a Bengal owner:

01578 750 731 (home)

07841 249 925 (Andrew's mobile)

07779 339 653 (Lara's mobile)

* Please note that the mobile reception where we live is patchy at best so if we have not responded to your enquiry within 24 hours, try the house phone or send us an email: iwantabengal@btinternet.com.

Although we do not generally make a habit of house visits, we do like to know as much as possible about prospective owners and their intended living arrangements for our kittens, including the presence of children and other pets. Bengals are incredibly loving and dedicated in nature but will often make owners work for their loyalty - particularly in the settling-in period. In the end, each cat, regardless of breed, is unique in personality and individual in their relationships with their counterparts. With five years of experience in dealing with these remarkable cats, we feel that we are in a good position to offer guidance and advice when choosing a kitten that will suit you.

Likewise, we do expect that you understand the obligation you make to our cats when purchasing them and agree to a number of conditions as laid out in our contracts, of which there are two:

- Contract for sale of a kitten registered through the GCCF on the non-active register, which is for owners buying cats as pets or show neuters.

- Contract for sale of a kitten registered through the GCCF on the active register, which is for owners buying cats with potential for breeding.

Two original copies are signed by both parties upon collection of your kitten but we would be happy to forward the contract in advance. It is imperative that an understanding and acceptance of the GCCF's code of ethics precede any agreement made. If you would like to read through this document, click here:

An advantage of being cat breeders is that it enables us to secure special offers and deals that might not otherwise be available to you. We currently have arrangements with Pet Plan insurance providers, as well as Hills Science Diet and Royal Canin, in order to be able to provide you with four weeks' insurance cover through Pet Plan (from the day you take your kitten home) and a sample pack of the Hills. We will also provide you with a voucher for a free 2kg bag of Royal Canin kitten food, redeemable at Pets at Home and other vets and participating pet stores. The two together should last three to four weeks. You will also be provided with about a month's supply of Cat's Best cat litter, which is what your kitten will be trained onto by the time s/he joins your household.

These arrangements necessitate that we provide them with your details in the form of name, address, telephone number(s), contact email and information about your kitten (name, breed, colour, date of birth, etc). Accepting these samples and therefore providing your details in no way obligates you to any of the providers but you may receive marketing information in future.

Without wanting to circumvent any current legislation - namely the Data Protection Act 1998 - we ask that you allow us to provide these details so that we may secure these offers for you. Your details will be used for no other purpose and will be passed to no other parties. We ensure that all personal data will be held in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.

If you would prefer us NOT to pass your details on to these providers, please indicate this at the time of reserving your kitten. If you would like to download or print our data protection consent form, click here: