Welcome to the Mindeelyn Siberians Kitten Page
At Mindeelyn, every kitten's story begins long before it meets its new family. From carefully planned breedings to daily handling, health monitoring, and socialization, each kitten receives individual attention from birth until the day it goes home.
At the present time, we do not have any available kittens. Please check back here in a few weeks. We are expecting a litter before the end of September.
Our Kittens Are Raised in a Loving Home & Placed with Care
Every kitten born at Mindeelyn is raised with the same priorities that have guided our breeding program for more than twenty years: exceptional health, wonderful temperament and careful early socialization.
From the day they are born, our kittens are handled daily, closely observed and raised as part of our family. They experience the normal sights and sounds of a busy home, helping them grow into confident, affectionate companions who adjust easily to family life.
Health & Care Overview
Each kitten leaves us when they tell us they are ready, progressing on their own individual schedule rather than simply reaching a particular age.
Each kitten receives:
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A complete veterinary examination before going to their new homes.
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Age-appropriate vaccinations and deworming.
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TICA registration papers provided once proof of sterilization is received.
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A detailed health record.
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A two-year genetic health guarantee.
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Lifetime breeder support.
Why We Weigh Every Kitten Every Day
Every kitten at Mindeelyn is weighed every day from birth. During the earliest weeks, even a small change in weight can be one of the first signs that something isn't quite right, often before outward signs are visible.
Daily weighing allows us to monitor each kitten's growth closely and respond quickly if a kitten needs extra support. It is one of the many routines that helps ensure our kittens develop into healthy, confident companions before they leave for their new homes.
That practice is rooted in years of experience. Long before I bred Siberian cats, I spent nearly a decade rehabilitating orphaned baby squirrels. Those years taught me the importance of careful observation, accurate record keeping and recognizing subtle changes early—lessons that continue to shape how every Mindeelyn kitten is raised today.
September Arrived Early
September is usually the month when our fall kittens are born. This year, however, the kittens apparently had their own schedule and arrived during August.
That made August considerably busier than expected, but it has also given us something real to share this month.
One litter in particular required far more help than usual, while five tiny flies managed to turn the entire cattery into a feline hunting ground.
So much for September bringing a slower pace.
When Will My Kitten Go Home?
Most Mindeelyn kittens go to their new homes at approximately ten weeks of age. While this is our usual target, it is never guaranteed.
Every kitten develops at its own pace, and each one leaves only when it is physically, emotionally and socially ready. If we believe a kitten would benefit from a little more time with its mother and littermates, we will always place the kitten's well-being ahead of the calendar.
Because of this, we ask families to remain flexible with pickup dates. Once your kitten is ready to go home, we ask that arrangements be made for pickup within a reasonable time.
For complete information about reservation deposits, pickup timing and our placement policies, please visit our Kitten FAQ.
If you have any questions about our kittens or upcoming litters, we'd be happy to hear from you.
The Kittens Below Are From the 2024 Litters
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This is baby Spike, our miracle kitten, and his adoring mother, Taliya. Spike was born a singleton (only one kitten in the litter). He had a scrappy coat, two crooked hind legs and weighed an astonishing 1.6 ounces. Siberians very seldom survive at this low birth weight.
At first Spike was too weak to even suckle so he became our guinea pig. We learned to tube feed with Spike. Taliya would stand over us on the counter, closely watching the procedure but never interfering. When we withdrew the tube, she would come right over and make a big fuss of him - licking him and quietly talking to him. So, for the first week or so we worked together with Taliya to save Spike's life. After that, Taliya was able to look after Spike by herself.
By the time Spike left us, physiotherapy had straightened his crooked legs, his weight was good, he had a thick, plush coat, and he was totally spoilt.
Sleep is very important for young kittens. During deep sleep, kittens release growth hormone. These hormones are vital for cell repair, tissue development and overall growth. That is why, at Mindeelyn, we try not to wake a sleeping kitten. We also provide lots of places to sleep.
Recently we introduced a new line of kittens. This is an example of one of our classic sunshines. To see more, please see our Golden Sunshine website
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Hank - Fearless Hunter of Toys and Socks
What can I say about the kitten we received from Mindeelyn Siberians?
Hank is a fearless hunter of his toys and our socks. He is extremely affectionate, smart and loyal. He loves to spend time with us, has become best buddies with our elderly dog, thinks our kids are the best playmates in the world, and believes that everything in our home belongs to him.
Hank is a totally adorable kitten. He brings constant joy to our home and provides us with endless entertainment.
Thank you so much, Mindeelyn, for raising such an outstanding kitten.
The Connelly Family
Ottawa, Ontario
P.S. - Hank says, "Hi"!
See Folks! I have teeth.