Why an Ocicat?
In 1970 I got into showing with dogs. Weimaraners to be exact. I liked the breed’s qualities such as being loyal to their owners, intelligent (when they wanted to be), shorthaired and lap dogs. In 1988 I had two Weims left, but lost the oldest to age and bloat. It was time for me to get a cat as the one I lost did not like them. So I started my search for a cat which came close to the same attributes as my Weimaraners. The Ocicat fit the bill. Loyal to their owners, intelligent (when they wanted to be), shorthaired and lap cats (males fit this criteria more then females). But the added bonus was their spotted coat. I met and became friends with Bill McKee (Ociville Cattery) and finally found the Ocicat I wanted. Mind you I was only wanting a pet. But somehow Bill talked me into at least breeding one litter. I was hooked and here I am some 17 years later. I am a small cattery in North Carolina. I am a member of the Breed Council in CFA. I am also involved in Ocicat Rescue. My husband an
