We are beyond thrilled to announce that IconicSX is now officially part of the GCCF Breeder Scheme as GCCF Approved Breeder! 🎉
IconicSX was founded exactly in 2023, and we welcomed our very first litter in June 2024. As such a young cattery, achieving this prestigious recognition is an incredible milestone, and we couldn’t be more proud.
We applied for the Approved Breeder Scheme at the beginning of September 2024, and on 26 November, our assessment took place. This wasn’t just a routine process—it was an in-depth inspection covering every aspect of our cattery and practices.
The GCCF assessor meticulously evaluated:
• The living conditions of our cats, ensuring they are safe, healthy, and enriched.
• Our health records and documentation, confirming that all our cats undergo comprehensive health testing and care.
• How we manage our cattery, including our breeding practices, daily routines, and long-term planning.
• The documentation provided to buyers, ensuring complete transparency and ethical standards in every transaction.
We are proud to share that we passed on the first attempt—without any corrections!
What is the GCCF Approved Breeder Scheme?
The GCCF Approved Breeder Scheme is a program established by the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy (GCCF) to recognize breeders who uphold the highest standards in the care, welfare, and breeding of cats. It is designed to ensure that breeders prioritize health testing, transparency, and ethical practices in their catteries.
To become part of the scheme, breeders must meet strict requirements and undergo an assessment by a GCCF-appointed inspector. This involves verifying the living conditions of the cats, ensuring proper health documentation, and confirming that buyers receive transparent and accurate information about the cats they are adopting.
The scheme aims to reassure potential cat owners that breeders within the program are committed to providing healthy, well-cared-for cats and to maintaining a responsible and ethical approach to breeding. It’s a mark of trust and excellence within the UK cat fancy community.
Why Did We Choose GCCF?
In February 2024, we joined GCCF because we wanted to align ourselves with an organization that shares our values. GCCF’s rigorous standards perfectly match our dedication to health testing, transparency, and ethical practices.
We are also honored to be the only GCCF Approved Sphynx Breeder in Scotland, setting a new benchmark for ethical breeding practices in our region.
Thank you to everyone who has supported us on this journey. Your belief in us means the world, and we are excited to continue raising the bar for ethical Sphynx breeding!
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Maria Niewiadomska
IconicSX
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