Exotic Shorthairs | Everpaw

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About the Cattery:

I’m head over heels for Exotic Shorthairs and dedicate myself to breeding healthy, beautiful cats with amazing temperaments and strong structure—perfect for showing at top cat shows across the country.

I keep litters small and special, limiting each queen to just one litter a year. This way, every kitten gets the love, care, and attention they deserve. My kittens are raised indoors in a spacious, sunny, and temperature-controlled home with a private nursery—never outside.

Health is my top priority. I go the extra mile with extensive testing, including heart (HCM) scans by board-certified veterinary cardiologists for both Exotics and Persians, to ensure only the healthiest cats join my breeding program.

At Everpaw, quality and care come first—because happy, healthy cats make the best companions and champions.

About US:

We’re the Everpaw crew—me (Liz), my husband Brian, and our three amazing kids. Originally California natives, we’ve been calling Minneapolis home since 2017 (yes, we traded palm trees for snow boots!).

Our family has been cat lovers and caretakers for over 45 years, with hands-on experience across many breeds. But cats aren’t our only passion—we’ve previously bred horses, dogs, birds, and even fish! So whether it’s fur, feathers, or fins, we know how to care for and love our animal family members to the fullest.

More Details:

I love hitting the road to show my cats at CFA, TICA, and ACFA-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 my sires and queens is DNA and health tested—always clear of PKD, FIV, and FELV—and comes from disease-free lines. On top of that, my Persians and imported cats get extra care with HCM heart scans by a licensed Veterinary Cardiologist. I’m committed to the GOLD STANDARD, breeding only healthy, happy, and gorgeous kittens that truly elevate the Exotic breed.

Shout Outs:

A huge thank you to Lisa Thostenson of Purrtopia Exotics for her amazing mentorship helping me launch my Exotic breeding and show journey. I’m also grateful to Janet and Carissa Altschul of Cacao Cattery for their support in sharing their lines with me.

Here is a brief summary of how the kittens are raised:

Once I know a queen is pregnant (usually around day 21), she moves into a cozy maternity suite where I carefully monitor her health and habits.

When the kittens arrive (around day 65), they stay close to mom in the birthing suite for the first few days until they’re nursing and growing well. Then, mom and babies move to a quiet, dimly lit kitten suite where everyone can rest and feel safe.

At about 4 weeks, the kittens start exploring outside the nest and trying solid food. Between 5–6 weeks, they get their first nail trims, baths, and photoshoot!

By 8-10 weeks, they’re mastering the litter box, enjoying toys, and getting vaccinated—all while growing more playful. Active kittens then move to a larger nursery space.

Between 12-14 weeks, they’re pros at grooming routines, get their second vaccines, and have a full vet check-up.

By 16 weeks, they’re fully socialized, spayed/neutered, microchipped, and ready to join their new families—confident with litter boxes, scratching posts, and their new food.

One of Everpaw's adorable Exotic Longhair/Persian Kittens now living with an amazing family in Virginia!

This gorgeous Exotic Shorthair girl is living the spoiled life with her family in Chicago!