Seven-week-old F1 Savannah kitten with spotted coat held in hand at IWanna Savannah cattery

IWanna Savannah: A Savannah Cat Breeder in Our Family of Businesses

Exotic animals are what CB Reptile is all about, so it makes sense that one of our sister businesses works with one of the most exotic-looking companion cats in the world. IWanna Savannah is a home-based Savannah cat breeder based out of Kansas City, run by Melissa Morris, and it is a proud member of TICA, The International Cat Association.

Seven-week-old F1 Savannah kitten with spotted coat held in hand at IWanna Savannah cattery

What is a Savannah cat?

The Savannah is a hybrid between the African serval and a domestic cat. Savannahs are known for tall legs, long slender bodies, large ears, long necks, short tails and bold spots. According to IWanna Savannah, the first Savannah was born on April 7, 1986, when a male serval was crossed with a Siamese, and TICA accepted the breed for registration in 2001. Adult Savannahs range from about 10 to 30 pounds depending on generation.

Understanding F1 through F6

The “F” number tells you how close a Savannah is to the serval. An F1 is the closest, the offspring of a full serval (typically the father) and a Savannah mother. IWanna Savannah specializes in HpF1, F1 and F2 kittens and also produces F3 through F6 generations. Its most popular cat is the F1. Most kittens are BST (brown spotted tabby) in warm golden or cool tones, with occasional melanistic and silver kittens.

Savannah or Bengal?

IWanna Savannah explains the difference clearly. Bengals descend from the small Asian leopard cat and stay close to regular cat size, with rosettes, round heads and short legs. Savannahs inherit the larger size and dog-like personality of the serval: many are smart, loyal, playful, fetch, walk on a leash and enjoy water, yet still use a litter box like any house cat.

What comes with every kitten

Every kitten is TICA registered, receives two rounds of vaccines and dewormer, is vet checked, tests FIV/FeLV negative and is litter box trained. Kittens come with a two-year health guarantee, a 16-page kitten care guide, a blanket and toy, and lifetime advice. Parents are genetically tested with PRA and PK-Def results of NN. F1, F2 and F3 kittens are microchipped and harness trained. Each one is raised with the whole family, including four young kids.

Pickup or flight nanny

Kittens can be picked up at the in-home cattery or travel with a personal pet nanny who hand delivers to the airport closest to you anywhere in the USA.

Visit IWanna Savannah

If you are drawn to exotic looks with a companionable personality, visit IWanna Savannah, a TICA Savannah cat and kitten breeder, to see current and upcoming litters. For captive-bred reptiles raised with the same care, keep exploring www.CbReptile.com.