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Originally Posted by azeland

Thanks for your answers.
Well, partime means, i will not quit my current job and sit at home to manage the cattery. Full commitment means 100% care and love, not halfway and stop. I will not be a backyard breeder just to ge the profit and not care about the cat. I love cats, i have 3 DLH at home.

Secondly, i am interested in Siberian, coz correct me if im wrong but i dun see any siberian breeder in Malaysia yet. Nearest is Singapore.

"Interest" is a start, but 'passion' is what's needed. Have you met Siberians and are you familiar with them? To take on a breed, you need to be totally involved if you're going to do things well.

Maybe there's not such a 'market' for Siberians in Malaysia - that could explain why there are none. I know that it's not so easy breeding NFO in Malaysia (or anywhere in S E Asia) but those who are committed do so, anyway.

Abymummy's advice is good. Get a neuter of your preferred breed and show it. That way you serve an apprenticeship. I truly believe that to be a serious (non backyard) breeder, you need to be part of the show scene. You don't have to be a constant winner, but you need to expose yourself to other breeds, other breeders and learn from the judging you see happening.