Hedgewood
Cattery breed the American Shorthair cat in Dawsonville Georgia to the CFA
Breed Standard; fosters good temperament; makes available healthy cats;
and strives to improve the quality of the breed
for cat fanciers to enjoy as pets and top show cats.
We have been
showing and breeding American Shorthairs
since 1976. Although we specialize in Tabby and White, we
frequently have kittens without white in both mackerel and classic
patterns. We produce one to two litters per year. All
kittens leaving our home are completely vaccinated.
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Please
click on the buttons on the left
to read the ASH Story -- a history of the American Shorthair.
Or, see some of the Hedgewood cats;
past, present,
and future
including
1984 Cat of the Year.
Currently we have the five cats pictured to
the left - one neuter, two spays, and two whole females. We are
not breeding ASH at this time. We've really gone to
the dogs!
This site is constantly
evolving. Come back often to see new pictures and stories. A Hedgewood history
will be available soon.
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"The
Cat Fanciers' Association, Inc. strongly supports caring and
responsible pet ownership. CFA upholds the traditional property rights
of animal owners that provide the basis for their ability to make
decisions about their animals' well-being, including health,
reproduction and transfer to a new owner. Owned cats are valued family
members. As legal property, they cannot be taken away from us except by
constitutional due process. The term "guardian", whether inserted into
animal laws or in common usage, contradicts this critical protective and
personal relationship. CFA rejects the concept of animal "guardianship",
which can be challenged or revoked, because of the potential legal and
social ramifications that would negatively impact veterinarians, animal
rescuers, breeders and sellers of animals as well as pet owners."
CFA Breed Profiles
More information about American Shorthair cats can
be found at
www.ashclub.org