ABOUT EVERPAW
ABOUT EVERPAW
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My name is Liz, the owner of Everpaw.
I’m head over heels about Exotic Shorthairs and Persians and am deeply committed to breeding healthy, beautiful cats with exceptional temperaments and strong structure—cats who thrive both as cherished companions and in the show ring at top cat shows across the country.
I keep my program intentionally small and thoughtful, limiting each queen to around one litter per year so that every kitten born here receives abundant individual love, socialization, and care. All kittens are raised indoors in our spacious, sunny, temperature-controlled home with a private nursery—never outdoors—so they grow up confident, well-adjusted, and spoiled in the best way.
Health is always my top priority for the cats owned by Everpaw. I go above and beyond with extensive health testing, including either HCM heart scans performed by board-certified veterinary cardiologists or ProBNP heart tests when the cardiologist is not available, ensuring only the healthiest cats are part of my breeding program. At Everpaw, quality and care come first...because happy, healthy cats make the very best companions and show cats.
Originally a California native, I've happily called Minneapolis home since 2017 ...yes, I traded palm trees for snow boots!! My family (husband and 3 children) has over 48 years of experience loving and caring for animals across many species. While cats are my greatest passion, we’ve previously bred horses, dogs, birds, and even fish—so whether it’s fur, feathers, or fins, nurturing animals has always been part of who we are.
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I love hitting the road to show my cats at CFA and TICA approved cat shows throughout the year. It’s not just about competition, it’s about sharing these beautiful Exotic Shorthairs and Persians with the world and letting them shine in the ring. If you spot me at a show, don’t be shy—please say hello and meet my stunning cats in person!
Every one of the sires and queens owned by Everpaw is DNA and health tested—always clear of PKD, FIV, and FELV—and they all come from disease-free lines. On top of that, the breeding cats owned exclusively by Everpaw receive extra care with HCM heart scans performed annually by a licensed Veterinary Cardiologist or ProBNP heart tests when scanning isn't an option. I’m committed to the GOLD STANDARD, by breeding healthy, happy, and gorgeous kittens that truly elevate and help to preserve the Exotic and Persian breed.
Here is a brief summary of how the kittens are raised:
Once a queen's pregnancy is confirmed (typically around day 21), she moves into her private maternity suite where I can closely monitor her health, comfort, and daily habits as she prepares for motherhood.
Around day 65, the kittens arrive and spend their first weeks safely nestled with their mother in the maternity suite. During this time, I carefully track their growth and development while they nurse, gain strength, and begin taking their first steps toward independence.
At approximately 5–8 weeks of age, mom and babies graduate to a spacious kitten nursery. Here, the kittens begin exploring their world, learning to use the litter box, interacting with toys, and sampling solid foods for the first time.
By 8–10 weeks, the kittens are confidently using the litter box, enjoying playtime, and receiving their first vaccinations.
Between 12–14 weeks of age, kittens receive their second vaccinations and undergo a comprehensive veterinary examination. They also become accustomed to routine grooming and handling, helping them develop into confident, well-adjusted companions.
By 14-16 weeks, Everpaw kittens are fully socialized, spayed or neutered, microchipped, and ready to join their forever families. They leave knowing how to use scratching posts and litter boxes, comfortably eating their established diet, and prepared to transition smoothly into their new homes.
Previous Exotic Shorthair and Persian Kittens
This Everpaw persian kitten cutie is living with his family in Wisconsin!
What a cute black and white Exotic Shorthair! He is living with his family in Minnesota!
This stunning Everpaw exotic shorthair cutie is living with a wonderful family in California!
Gorgeous solid black exotic shorthair kitten lives with a sweet family in Washington!
One of Everpaw's adorable Persian Kittens lives with an amazing family in Virginia!
This gorgeous Everpaw Exotic Shorthair boy is living the spoiled life with his family in Minnesota!
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