I can’t thank Shauntay enough for our new wonderful kitten Basho. Like many people who find Shauntay, I had lost a dear cat to HCM. My cat who passed away was a therapy animal, so this loss was extra painful for me and my family. I made a public post on social media about my skepticism in regards to buying another sphynx, that Shauntay commented on, and she began offering me consulting. She helped me learn more deeply about the sphynx breed, what can be done to help mitigate HCM in cats, and offered new insights into the training of emotional support animals. She spent many hours writing and educating me, as well as lending a sympathetic ear even before I applied to adopt from her. She went above and beyond to help me not only as a breeder, but as a nurturing mentor who took on the responsibility of helping me navigate bringing an important new member home to my family.

I am generally a very skeptical person, but I have no doubt that Scantily Clad Sphynx is one of very few places in the world you can rest assured a sphynx breeder is doing absolutely everything within their power to give their clients healthy, deeply loved and cared for animals. Sphynx cats are very special, and you owe it to the cat and to your family to work with someone on the level that Shauntay does.

Once you begin your adoption process you will realize that her fees are an absolute gift. Between the hours she spends mentoring her new cat moms and dads, the hours day in and day out she puts in nurturing these wonderful animals, and all of the testing done regularly and top level medical care her animals receive, I can’t imagine wanting to adopt from anyone else.

After spending less than a week with my bright new beautiful boy I have no doubt that her elite level work with sphynx cats will have an impact on me for the rest of my life. I can not recommend her and Scantily Clad Sphynx enough.

-Jesse Zook Mann
Emmy Award Winning TV Producer

Hi Shauntay,
I wanted to write to you to let you know how wonderful my experience has been pre and post purchase with your cattery. I chose to work with you and ScantilyClad Sphynx Cattery based on several criteria. Those are: ·
You are the only breeder I know that actively scans all breeding cats every 6 months to ensure they are heart healthy. ·
You take the time to answer all questions in detail about available kittens, your breeding program, health, etc., no matter how crazy they may be. ·
You selflessly give your time to those that you do not even know in order to help educate potential future owners, not expecting anything in return. ·
You work tirelessly with every single kitten to ensure they are well socialized before being placed in their forever home, even going so far as to pair kittens whose temperaments will be best suited for those with special needs ·
Above all else, you truly have a love and passion for the breed and are not in it for monetary gain.
In summary, the fact you are so involved with your kitties (breeding, birth, health, etc.) meant a lot to me and I knew In the end that I’d receive a kitten that is well socialized and healthy. I also knew you’d be there for me should anything go wrong. I have two beautiful girls and could not be more happy with them. I look forward to sharing many years and memories with them, keeping you in the loop as well, of course.

I had been wanting a Sphynx for nearly 15 years. That dream has become a reality thanks to Shauntay Burris. Last year when I began searching for a breeder, she stood out head and shoulders above the rest. She was honest, transparent, and open. I was especially impressed by how she took the time to answer my dozens (more like hundreds!) Of questions. She always had time to educate me about the breed, her breeding practices, Sphynx care and health, diet, husbandry, genetics, showing, and more. No one else I contacted was as patient, knowledgeable and open as she was. On top of this, add to the fact that she is so thorough when it comes to the health of her cats. I have 100% confidence in how her cats are treated and that they have been properly scanned and health tested. Which is why I travelled over 2,000 miles to get a Sphynx from her! I consider it an honor that Shauntay would entrust me with the care of a cat she has bred. Finding out I was on her waiting list was one of the most exciting days of my life. When it was my turn to choose a kitten she provided me with timely updates, pictures, and videos. When my husband and I finally got to California, she allowed us to come visit herself and her cats so we could get to know our kitten a little before the long journey home the next day. Her house was clean and the cats were all beautiful, healthy and happy. They were also happy to have guests and swarmed us, showering us with naked kitty affection. I had only ever petted a Sphynx once before, so it was quite a treat to meet her amazing cats. I had some concerns about how our new cat would handle the 14 hour trip home, counting drive time, flying and layovers. My fears turned out to be completely unfounded. Stoli is an amazingly brave and outgoing cat and I credit Shauntay with helping to form and nurture his personality. He is extremely well socialized and fit right in to our full house of 5 furry cats, german shepherd, and young child. It hasnt even been a month since we brought him home and we already couldn’t imagine life without him. I know should I ever have questions or concerns, Shauntay will always be there for answers and support. Thank you for everything you do Shauntay!

Shauntay is an excellent breeder! I bought my first Sphynx, Grandpa, from another breeder in the Winters, California area. When I decided I wanted another Sphynx, I decided to look for a different breeder and I found Shauntay. Unlike the previous breeder I dealt with, Shauntay immediately responded to my inquiry about available kittens, answered all my questions openly and honestly, and regularly sent professional looking pictures of the kitten that I would be buying. I named my new kitten Yodie. Yodie and Grandpa are good friends.

I have known  Shauntay for 2 years , she was highly recommended by another wonderful breeder . Shauntay put me on her wait list. At that time I looked at it as a long wait for a perfect baby ,what I didn’t realize at that time was the wait for my baby would be much more then I could ever dream of, Shauntay is a beautiful person inside and out, her dedication to her Sphynx babies is above and beyond anything I have seen . I have to say that the wait was a true blessing! I have learned so much from Shauntay ,I wouldn’t change a thing.
When the day came and Shauntay had A baby for me she sent many photo’s and videos. I watched my baby Grow up . Shauntay stayed in close contact with me so I knew all the little crazy things he was doing . My baby Boeing is a sweetheart, he has never met a stranger and has become best friends with my English Bulldog and has fit into our family so perfectly.
It is nothing short of a honor to have one of Shauntay’s babies ! What a beautiful gift, not only Boeing but Shauntay you are one in a million and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for trusting me with this perfect little boy I could never thank you enough!
Sincerely,
Lori, Trey and baby Boeing

We recently acquired two Scantily Clad Sphynx kittens and can say, without hesitation, that we could not have asked for a better experience.  Shauntay is the most conscientious breeder, of any animal species, that we have ever had the pleasure of meeting. She provided a “wait list” contract and, when the time came, an adoption contract that spelled out what we could expect from her and what she expected from us as adopters.  Once we agreed upon our kittens, Shauntay made sure that we could watch them grow by providing photo updates and video each week and communicating with us frequently about the their personalities and development.  When we picked up our kittens we were lucky enough to meet all of Shauntay’s cats. They are clearly adored members of her family and she is fastidious in her care of them. We left there with our new kittens, a deep respect for Shauntay and her commitment to her cats and to the Sphynx community in general, and the feeling that we have made a new Sphynx-loving friend for life.

Kris and Colin Burstall

Oklahoma

Our experience with Scantily Clad Sphynx was everything that we could have hoped for.  We found out about the cattery through the Internet when I was searching for reputable sphynx breeders. Not only was the cattery in the same city as us, but I don’t think we could have found a more knowledgeable, dedicated breeder.  Shauntay’s love for the breed resonated with every word. There was no question asked by us that she did not have an answer for, not only that, but the answers were always at a scientific level that showed just how much research she has gone through to reduce the chance of genetic illnesses common with the sphynx breed. When we finally went to visit our kitten, we were greeted by several friendly, loving sphynx. All of the cats at her home are well-socialized and truly beautiful cats–everything you would want in a sphynx. Our kitten was a birthday gift to our daughter and when we brought him home, it was evident how much human contact he had been exposed to in his first weeks of life.  He starts purring immediately when seeing a human and loves to be held.  He cuddles with my daughter every night and perches on her shoulder during the day.  If you are in the market for a sphynx kitten, look no further; you could not find a more reputable, devoted breeder.

Smeagol

“I fell in love with Raz from the moment I laid eyes on him and he continues to be a complete joy. He’s so smart, continues to be healthy, and is very interactive. Even my friends who don’t like cats or hairless cats fall in love with him when they visit.”

Raz and Pants

“Thank you Shauntay for you devotion and passion to the Sphynx breed so that some may have the privelege of having of these magnificent felines in our lives. Breeding is no easy task and it comes with a rollercoaster of emotions. Everyone who is looking to own a Sphynx should definitely get in touch with Shauntay because her knowledge and work ethic are hard to find. This is Dexter my little dark passenger, he is a wonderful, healthy boy ”

Dexter

“Shes a sweetheart seriously shes everything i could have ever asked for!  She likes coming for car rides and she likes being in my purse!  We are best friends haha always together.  She loves all dogs and cats and people!  I can do everything i want ! She lets me clean her ears, cut her claws, wash her! Shes perfection! Shes affectionate, hyper, smart, pretty and the way she sleeps and crosses her paws when she sleeps, So cute. She even sleeps on her back!”

Sassy

“I could not be more pleased about my experience with Shauntay from Scantily Clad Sphynx. She is very knowledgeable about the breed and enthusiastically answered all of the questions I had regarding my 2 boys. I received many photos and videos of my kittens prior to meeting them for the first time. She provided me with a well-organized binder of their records, photos on a USB and a special new kitten package for each one. Both boys are very well socialized, even vacuuming does not send them running for cover! It is obvious they are used to being handled and pre-spoiled! Thank you, Shauntay! We love our boys, Kojak and Cairo!”

Kojak and Cairo

“I had a wonderful experience with scantilycladsphynx cattery. I had the chance to see Morticia and Karmina grow up every week with videos and pictures. Since the first day i fell in love with them. They were already social, not shy or scared at all. I can do the grooming easily because they were used to it  they re just perfect! They re like my little dogs, following me everywhere and always looking for affection. I suggest anyone who wants a sphynx to buy it from shauntay for her knowledge and devotion. You can see she’s passionate and do all her best for the kitten. Thank you so much!♡ Im totally in love!”

Karmina and Morticia

“We got Rory after several years of waiting for the right time, place, and breeder. Both he, and our experience with Shauntay, were worth the seven year wait! Rory is the perfect example of everything a Sphynx should be. Not only is he structurally sound, but he’s the perfect blend of sugar and spice. He’s bold, unafraid, incredibly affectionate. I take him everywhere with me. He’s very well mannered in the car, on his harness, and in new situations. We plan for Rory to become registered as an assisted therapy animal so that we can become a Pet Partner team. I have no doubt that Shauntay raised the perfect cat for the role! Shauntay was very attentive, answered all of our (very many) questions, and sent us plenty of pictures and videos from day one of Rory’s life until we brought him home. Our experience was so positive that we are looking to add a second Sphynx from Shauntay next year.”

Rory

“I’ve wanted a Sphynx since I first saw a picture of them as a child. I was always very hesitant about going to a breeder since there are so many negative connotations surrounding breeding. So after much searching I found Scantly Clad Sphynx and realized that what I once attributed to all breeders was definitely ignorance on my behalf. Shauntay cares so much for her cats. She goes above and beyond when it comes to the quality of the kitten’s lives. And it definitely shows in Gaia’s personality. She is the most acquiescent, trusting, and loving kitten I’ve ever seen.“

Gaia

Hope you are having a great week! I just wanted to write to you and say THANK YOU very much for my baby Dior. I first came accross your website in January 2014 and contacted you then. You answered every question I had regarding the Sphynx breed and kept me well informed as to when you will have kittens available. It was very well worth the wait 🙂 You are extreamly knowledgeable about the breed and always available to answer any questions I might have. Once the kittens were born you posted lots of pictures and videos and always keeping me informed on how Dior is doing.

July 27th finally arrived and it was time to pick up Dior; and it was lovely meeting you and all your “children”. Dior loved his gift bag with all of his favorite toys, blanket and food! Thank you so much for putting a binder together with everything I needed to know and also thank you for the USB drive with all his baby pictures!

Dior has adjusted very well in his new home. Our morning routine starts with brusing of the teeth; or should I say biting the toothbrush and eating the chicken flavored tooth paste off the brush! Then he lets me clean his ears and after all that he is ready for breakfast! He has quite an appetite and he knows that if I open the fridge, that means FOOD is coming! After breakfast it is playtime! He carries his catnip toy everywhere around with him and then he chases the red laser light all around the living room 🙂 By 9am I leave for work and then Dior goes back to bed and cuddles with “daddy”. By the time I get home from work, Dior is usually in his favorite “palace” aka his Kitty Condo. He is always super excited to see “Mommy”, because he knows that means dinner time!! After dinner we watch TV on the couch while Dior snuggle’s up in my neck. He is such a cuddle bug and loves to sleep in bed under the blankets, or if he gets too warm he will crawl out and sleep right next to my head.

I love my baby, Dior, so much and it is so comforting to know that I can always call you if I have any questions!

Thank you very much,

Chanel and Dior

Simone

“I was fortunate to find Shauntay via internet. We visited her beautiful home and met our kitten. Shauntay was keeping us updated with photos and videos until it was time to pick him up. Our kitten grew up to be a strong and beautiful cat; friendly and a great companion.”

Platon

Shauntay is always there to answer any questions or concerns I may have, even when they are not in regards to the sphynx I adopted from her.  She is always available to support and help me, and does everything she can to produce healthy, quality, sociable kittens.

Cairo

After living with HCM and losing a cat, we was scared to get another Sphynx cat. And after having a bad breeder experience in the past, we were stressed about working with another breeder, it can be scary knowing who to trust. Shannon searched for San Francisco Bay Area local Sphynx breeders for months and asked lots of questions before we decided to reach out to Shauntay. She clearly devoted to the breed, has a strong passion for Sphynx cats and is concerned with the betterment of the breed. She has gone above and beyond, she is attentive, answers questions, and stays in touch. We received many photos, videos and cute anecdotal information about our kitten and his personality as we waited to adopt him. And when it was time to pick him up to come home, we were provided with a binder full of his details and a USB drive with photos of him as a baby up until the day of pick up. Neon is a wonderful cat, he is easy going and loves to sleep and eat, very healthy and came to us very well socialized. Each day that goes by, we realize what a life changing difference having Neon in our lives has been and we love him more and more. We have no regrets in joining Scantily Clad Sphynx Cattery into our family.

Neon

After weeks of scouring the internet, I found Scantily Clad Sphynx and I just knew I needed one of her kittens. Her sense of responsibility to making the breed better and safe breeding practices is simply unmatched. If doens’t hurt that her kittens are beautiful and playful too! I was put on the waiting list and patiently awaited the email saying my kitten was born! I was so excited when the day came for me to choose my pick of the litter. I asked for a cute-and-cuddly, sassy and playful kitten and Shauntay absolutely delivered. Khaleesi (named after the famed GoT queen!) is everything you would want in a pet and more. She greets me everyday when I come home from work and insists on sleeping as close to me as possible every night. She loves participating in lazy Sundays and is as talkative as they come. I (and everyone she meets) absolutely love my Sphynx.

Shauntay,
Just wanted to update you on Herman!
He is doing so well, amazing actually. He does great on planes with me, loves walks outside on his leash, and loves showers and snuggling. He still talks and purrs non stop, and I’m convinced he is actually a dog because he acts just like a puppy.

He also loves this little space heater I got him, and gets grumpy at me when I turn it down or off if I am worried it is too hot on him.

He is incredibly well behaved all the time. I havnt had issues with him scratching anything, or going to the bathroom anywhere except his litter box. The only issue has been him begging for food when I am eating, and trying to steal my food. But he is starting to learn the word no, and is getting good at not bugging me about my food when I tell him no. He also is started to fetch if I throw toys and tell him to fetch, and will give me a kiss if I pucker my lips and ask for one. I did not know you could train cats like dogs and it is amazing! He is an absolute sweetheart.

Just wanted to send you an email thanking you again for everything you have done, and for intruding him to my life. He is everything I could have dreamed of and more, and has completely  changed my life.

Thank you again!

-Kylie Cooney and Herman

The first time I saw a sphynx was in the pages of a LIFE Magazine around 1980. Since then this beautiful breed has captured my imagination and my heart. Around 2014 I began my dream search for a sphynx cat and found Scantily Clad Sphynx. I found Shauntay’s website very informative, educational and devoted to the well being of sphynx breed.. After filling out the questionnaire and forms from Shauntay’s website, I was going to have my dream of bringing home a sphynx cat soon. As soon as my kitten was born, Shauntay kept me informed with wonderful pictures from Facebook and videos on his progress. As soon as he was 3 months old, I was invited to see my little “Tatsu” (beautiful dragon in Japanese). Shauntay really cares for her cats and kittens. They are healthy, have free roam of her house and wonderful to hold. At 4 months, I brought my adorable kitten home with a binder and a flash drive with all his baby pictures. Shauntay is available to answer any questions or concerns that you might have about your sphynx cat. She is either a phone call or text message away. Scantily Clad Sphynx brings integrity and transparency to the breeder profession. If your are looking to bring a sphynx cat love into your home, I recommend Scantily Clad Sphynx.

Tatsu

She’s the greatest, She is a little ball of energy and is just lovely.

Ellie

Apollo is doing very well and feels very much at home ( he is not afraid to go straight for my food if given a chance).

He is also quite heavy even if he looks lean 😉 He is a very cuddling and purring cat.

Lews is the greatest, most mischievous boy I could have ever hoped for.  Not only is he absolutely beautiful, but he has never been sick a day in his life.  I was able to visit him many times throughout his development, and I always got a photo or video the moment I asked for it (which was often to say the least hehe).  When I would visit, all of Shauntay’s cats were so happy, clean and healthy.  You can tell they are very well cared for and get t roam freely in the house like pets should.  I was given a tour throughout her entire home many times, it was always very clean and lovely, with lots of cat toys and cat trees all over 🙂  Anytime I have ever had a question about the breed, she has always been right there to answer anything for me.  She has continuously updated me on the health of my kitties parents and siblings and is very honest and transparent in her breeding program.  She is the only sphynx breeder I would ever recommend and is definitely a shining example of ethics.

Our experience with Shauntay was awesome..She is so knowledgeable and devoted to these precious babies…We received constant updates throughout the process.. Emails, pictures,videos…And when it was time to bring Olive home..It was such a special day..Olive is the light of our lives..She is loving and playful and just the most perfect, beautiful princess….Thank you Shauntay!!

Olive

Thanks for everything!!!

We are so lucky to have found Scantily Clad and Shauntay! We were set to find a Sphynx who was well socialized, had good genes, and was spoiled from day 1 as they deserve to be! We found all of that with Shauntay’s kitties. She is dedicated to their health, is very aware and is an advocate for HCM, and responds promptly when any questions or concerns arise. The pictures and videos you get to see while you’re waiting for your little one are so cute and capturing! Just keep in touch through Facebook and it’s like you didn’t miss out on anything.
We were initially nervous to bring home a little brother to our then only-child Sphynx; we expected the transition and introduction to be very tough but it was even more smooth and adorable than I could have imagined! Our new Scantily Clad kitty fit right in with his big brother and they’ve been so tight ever since. Shauntay is even kind enough to send you home with goodies, microchip, and a binder full of good information to keep. At this point, I wouldn’t think of getting a Sphynx from anywhere other than Scantily Clad.
Thank you for our little man, Shauntay, he has completed our family!

Apollo is a member of our family first and a cat second. Having no experience with these animals, Shauntay made it very easy for us to learn how to take care of him. Once we had picked out a name, she began calling him by name to familiarize him with his name before he was old enough to come home to us. She is a very caring breeder with a loving and healthy environment for her animals. We’ve kept in touch and I keep her updated on how Apollo is and how much he is loved and loving life. Eventually I will be acquiring another one of these wonderful creatures from her.