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Notes from the cattery

Guides for choosing, preparing for and adopting a Minuet kitten with confidence.

Minuet cat at Lil Lisset's Minuets Cattery
Breed guide · 4 min read

Minuet vs Munchkin vs Persian: what is the difference?

We are often asked how a Minuet differs from the two breeds behind it. The short answer: a Minuet is a Persian and Munchkin cross, with the round…

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Standard Minuet cat with short legs
Breed guide · 4 min read

Standard vs Non-Standard Minuet: which is right for you?

Both are Minuets. The only difference in the breed standard is leg length. A Standard Minuet has short legs. A Non-Standard has regular-length legs…

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Minuet kitten in its new home
Adoption · 3 min read

How we get your Minuet kitten to you if you are not local

Many of our families live far from Connecticut. If you are not local, we will personally escort your kitten to your local airport, because your…

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Happy Minuet kitten with its family
Adoption · 3 min read

What to expect when adopting a Minuet from Lil Lisset's Minuets

Adopting a Minuet from us starts with a conversation. Join the waiting list on our Contact page and we will share upcoming litters, available…

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White Minuet kitten
Pricing · 3 min read

How much does a Minuet kitten cost in Connecticut?

Families ask us about price first, and it is a fair question. Our most recent Minuet kittens were listed at $2,000, and that figure gives you a…

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Minuet kitten exploring
Kitten care · 3 min read

Your Minuet kitten's first week at home: a simple checklist

The first week sets the tone for your life together. Our kittens arrive well socialized because they are raised in our home, but a new house is still…

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Minuet cat with a family
Temperament · 3 min read

Are Minuets good family cats?

Many of our families ask whether a Minuet fits a busy household. The breed is known for a calm, noble and polite temperament that is still…

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Fluffy Minuet kitten
Kitten care · 3 min read

How to groom a longhair Minuet at home

The Minuet coat is plush, dense and soft, and it comes in longhair and shorthair. The longhair coat looks beautiful, but it needs a little regular…

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Minuet cat relaxing at home
Adoption · 3 min read

How to choose a responsible cat breeder in Connecticut

Choosing a breeder is the most important step in getting a healthy, happy kitten. Whether you choose us or someone else, these questions help you…

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Minuet cat portrait
Temperament · 3 min read

Minuet personality: what is it really like to live with one?

If you are thinking about a Minuet, you probably want to know what daily life is like. The breed standard describes the look, but the personality is…

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Minuet kitten playing
Kitten care · 3 min read

How to introduce a new Minuet kitten to your dog or other cats

A slow introduction prevents most problems. Our kittens grow up around dogs, children and other cats, which helps, but every new home still needs a…

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Minuet kitten at the cattery
Cat shows · 3 min read

Showing Minuets with TICA: a family's journey into cat shows

Showing cats started as a hobby for our family and became a big part of our cattery. It is also a way for young people to learn about animals,…

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