BareDezyne Cat Pettery · Est. 2012
Sphynx Kittens in California
Health-tested, home-raised, and lovingly bred. A boutique Sphynx cattery serving families throughout California and across the United States.
BareDezyne is a boutique, home-based Sphynx cattery located in Northern California. We've been breeding Sphynx cats with a focus on health, temperament, and elegance since 2012 — and we work with families throughout California and nationwide to place our kittens in the wonderful homes they deserve.
Every kitten in our program is raised in our personal home from birth, HCM-tested from our breeding cats, and prepared with the care, socialization, and love that shapes the warm, confident personalities Sphynx cats are celebrated for.
Why California Families Choose BareDezyne
Finding an ethical, transparent Sphynx breeder in California takes patience. There are many options online, but very few that combine the elements that truly matter: rigorous health testing, genuine home socialization, champion-line breeding stock, and a breeder who stays invested in your kitten's life long after adoption day.
At BareDezyne, we've spent over twelve years building exactly that kind of program. Our breeding cats include multiple TICA Champions, and every cat in our active program carries current HCM Negative test results — a non-negotiable standard in our cattery. We raise small, intentional litters inside our home, which means every kitten receives the hands-on attention and daily interaction that shapes genuinely well-socialized, confident adults.
California families from the Bay Area to Los Angeles to San Diego have trusted us with their kitten adoptions for over a decade. Many have come back for a second Sphynx. That kind of repeat relationship says more than any description we could write.
We Serve Families Throughout California
Northern California
Our home region. Bay Area, Sacramento, Modesto, Stockton, and surrounding communities are close enough for a personal pickup, and we love welcoming local families to meet the cats.
San Francisco Bay Area
Bay Area families are welcome to arrange pickup directly from our cattery or to receive delivery via flight nanny. Either way, we make the experience warm and personal from start to finish.
Los Angeles
We regularly place kittens with families across the greater LA area, from the Westside to the Valley to Long Beach. Flight nanny delivery to LAX is smooth and reliable.
San Diego
San Diego families are warmly welcome to apply. Delivery via flight nanny to SAN, or a road trip north for pickup — we accommodate both with equal care.
Central Valley
As Northern California residents ourselves, we're well-positioned to serve families throughout the Central Valley with easy personal pickup options.
Out of State
Our nationwide adoption program means families anywhere in the U.S. can bring home a BareDezyne kitten. We coordinate flight nanny delivery with care and transparency.
What Makes a Sphynx Kitten Worth Waiting For
The Sphynx is unlike any other cat breed — and an ethically bred Sphynx is unlike any cat you've ever had before. Their personalities are genuinely extraordinary: deeply social, intensely affectionate, endlessly curious, and warm in a way that feels almost human. They follow you room to room, sleep in your arms, purr against your neck, and greet you at the door with the enthusiasm of a puppy who's been waiting all day.
That extraordinary personality doesn't happen by accident. It's the result of breeding from parents with genuinely warm temperaments, raising kittens inside a real family home from birth, and handling them with care, love, and intentionality every single day of their early life. When you bring home a BareDezyne kitten, you're bringing home the direct result of that process — and it shows, in every interaction, every day.
Health Testing: What We Do and Why It Matters
Sphynx cats carry a known genetic predisposition for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) — a condition that causes the heart muscle to thicken abnormally. In responsible breeding programs, this is addressed through two layers of testing: regular echocardiographic screening by a board-certified veterinary cardiologist, and DNA testing for the known genetic mutation associated with HCM in the breed.
At BareDezyne, all of our breeding cats receive both. Every active breeding cat in our program carries current HCM Negative echocardiographic results and has been DNA tested. This isn't a marketing claim — it's a practice we've maintained since the beginning, because we genuinely believe the health outcomes of the kittens we produce are our responsibility.
When you adopt from BareDezyne, you receive complete documentation of all health testing for your kitten's parents. We will always answer questions about our testing protocols directly and transparently — because we have nothing to hide and everything to be proud of.
Champion Lines and Show Quality
Several of our breeding cats carry TICA Champion titles and come from distinguished champion lineages. Our kings and queens have been awarded at All-Breed cat shows, reflecting the structural excellence, skin quality, and overall breed standard that informs every pairing decision we make.
We don't breed for show recognition alone — temperament and health always come first. But champion lineage provides meaningful assurance about the genetic quality of the cats we work with, and families consistently tell us that the physical beauty of our kittens is something they notice the moment they see them for the first time.
Safe, Comfortable Kitten Delivery Across California and Beyond
For families in Southern California, the Bay Area, or out of state, we offer safe delivery via flight nanny. A flight nanny is a professional pet transporter who carries your kitten in the aircraft cabin — not cargo — in an approved carrier, and delivers them to you personally at the arrival airport. It's the safest, most comfortable long-distance transport option available for young kittens, especially Sphynx cats who are sensitive to temperature extremes.
We work exclusively with reputable, experienced flight nannies, coordinate all details with you in advance, and stay in contact throughout the journey. Many of our California and out-of-state families have used this service and found it to be a smooth, reassuring experience. We handle all the logistics so you can focus on being excited to meet your kitten.
Common Questions From California Families
Do you have Sphynx kittens available in California right now?
Availability changes frequently. The best way to find out about current and upcoming litters is to reach out directly through our contact page or application form. We'll share honest, up-to-date information about what's available and what's coming. If you're open to joining our waitlist, we encourage you to connect early — well-bred Sphynx kittens from ethical California breeders are in genuine demand.
Can I pick up a kitten in person from your Northern California cattery?
In-person pickup is our preferred option whenever it's practical. We love when families make the trip to see where their kitten was raised, meet our adult cats, and experience our home cattery in person. If you're in the Bay Area, Sacramento, or anywhere in Northern or Central California, an in-person pickup is very reasonable. For Southern California families, the drive is longer but absolutely doable — and many families choose to make a weekend trip of it.
Are your Sphynx kittens safe to transport to Los Angeles or San Diego via flight nanny?
Absolutely. Flight nanny transport is very well-suited to shorter intra-California routes as well as longer cross-country journeys. The cabin environment is temperature-controlled and the kitten is supervised throughout. We've successfully placed kittens with families in Los Angeles, San Diego, and throughout Southern California via flight nanny — it's a reliable, comfortable option we're fully confident in.
Why should I choose a Northern California Sphynx breeder rather than searching locally near LA or San Diego?
The most important factor when choosing a Sphynx breeder isn't geography — it's the quality, ethics, and health testing commitment of the program. A breeder two hours away who doesn't test for HCM is far riskier than a Northern California cattery with a twelve-year track record, champion breeding lines, and comprehensive health documentation.
That said, the distance genuinely isn't a barrier. Whether you're in Los Angeles, San Diego, or anywhere in between, the pickup or delivery process is smooth and straightforward. Families drive for exceptional kittens, or they choose flight nanny delivery — either works beautifully.
Are Sphynx cats legal to own throughout California?
Yes — Sphynx cats are completely legal to own throughout the state of California. There are no state-level restrictions on owning a Sphynx. As with any pet, it's worth checking any applicable HOA rules or rental restrictions specific to your housing situation, but the breed itself has no legal limitations in California.
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