Litter Registration

How to Register a Litter with AFF: Step-by-Step Process and Guidelines

Registering a litter with Absolute Feline Fanciers (AFF) is an important step for breeders, as it helps track and record the lineage of kittens born within a registered cattery. This article provides a simple, step-by-step guide to help you through the process, along with the key guidelines you need to follow.

Step-by-Step Guide for Litter Registration

1. Sign In to Your AFF Account

Start by visiting affcats.com and signing into your breeder or cattery account. Make sure your cattery is already registered with AFF before proceeding to register a litter.

2. Navigate to “Litter Registration”

Once you’re logged in, go to the "Litter Registration" section in your account dashboard.

3. Enter the Parent Cats’ Information

You’ll need to provide details about both the sire (father) and dam (mother) of the litter. This includes:

• The names of both parent cats.
• Their registration numbers with AFF or other recognized registries.
• Pedigree details (if applicable). If one or both of the parents are registered with another club, you may need to upload pedigree papers.
4. Fill in Litter Details

Next, input details about the litter:

• Date of Birth: The day the kittens were born.
• Number of Kittens: Enter the number of kittens in the litter.
• Gender and Breed:Specify the gender of each kitten and their breed, if known.

You can register each kitten individually once you’ve completed the litter registration process

5. Upload Photos

Upload pictures of the parent cats and the litter for identification purposes. This helps ensure the integrity of the litter’s pedigree.

6. Microchip Information

If the kittens are already microchipped, you can add the microchip numbers for each kitten. If not, you can proceed without this step, but remember that microchipping is mandatory for full registration later on.

7. Submit and Pay

Review all the details you’ve entered, select the registration option that suits you, and click "Submit." You will then be prompted to pay the registration fees for the litter.

Guidelines for Litter Registration

To ensure your litter registration is approved smoothly, make sure to follow these guidelines:

1. Timing of Registration:
• Litters must be registered within 6 months of the birth date. Late registrations may be subject to additional fees or could be rejected.
2. Breeding Requirements:
• The dam must be registered with AFF whereas the sire can be registered with AFF or any other recognized registry. If the sire is registered with an external club, the owner will need to provide proof of pedigree.
3. Unique Litter Identification:
• Each litter must be assigned a unique identification number, which will be provided by AFF after successful registration.
4. No Cross-Breeding:
• Litters from cross-breeding (mixing two different breeds) will not be accepted unless both breeds are registered and recognized by AFF as compatible for hybridization.

Benefits of Litter Registration with AFF

• Official Recognition: Your litter will be officially recognized by AFF, ensuring that your breeding practices meet industry standards.

• Pedigree Tracking: The registered litter will have its lineage officially tracked, allowing for future pedigree certification.

• Kittens’ Eligibility for Shows: Kittens from registered litters can participate in AFF- sanctioned events and shows once they are individually registered.

• Discounts on Microchips: As a breeder, you will have access to microchipping services at a discounted rate, making it easier to meet the mandatory microchipping requirement.