Thank you for that! I have never met a savannah, but it seems to me that they are just as reliable as any cat. You just need to be able to read them, to communicate. Servals obviosly are interested in communicating with humans, so why would a hybrid be such a bad thing? In the BCR video you see a serval hissing through the fence, as is that was something a domestic cat would never have done. All cats go wild if they aren't cept with humans.
@gnusyster It really depends on what we consider "reliable". I have seen some cats that mark / pee and some that do not. I have not been able to tell why. Servals tend to hiss a lot when communicating my cats will do the same even my lower % savannahs do. Apollo an F5 (3% serval) will sometimes hiss when someone approaches him but then will want attention from that person. He has never bitten anyone.
@gnusyster I live on 4 acres and have a couple of ferral cats running the property. I have caught one of them before to neuter and release. Dealing with that cat was probably the most scariest incidences with cats that I have had.
Big Cat Rescue knows that most of the stuff they said are false but since they don't agree with mating Servals and Domestic Cats they'll say anything to get people to agree with them. They should of just came out and said they don't agree with that instead of lying and making the Savannahs out to be horrible.
Thank you for your video. I can tell your cats adore you.
I too have a F1 Savannah and my friend has a F4. BCR's claims would be a lot more believable if they qualified their statements saying THEIR --not ALL-- Savannahs behave in a certain way. I could believe that. Without qualifications, BCR's statements are intentionally misleading.
In general you need a USDA license to own a Serval. I Don't own one and never have owned a Serval. I don't know all the issues relating to Serval husbandry. I see Savannahs as being a cat that kinda looks special like a Serval but still a domestic house cat.
Thank you for demonstrating and describing the truth about Savannahs in response to that very misleading clip from BCR. I am glad the record is being set straight. I hope some of BCR's supporters see this (and your other videos), and realize how wrong that organization's tactics have been.
Wonderful video! We just brought our two new Savannah babies home a few days ago and they have wonderful litter box habits. It's so funny because they both go in the box at the same time. When they are finished they actually wipe their paws on the side to remove any stray litter before getting on the carpet. Now if I could just get my existing cat to do that! :)
Leonard, You have produced a high quality superbly narrated video which clearly demonstrates the true character and behavior of the Savannah breed. Your love and vast experience with your cats shines through! Surely BCR will be left completely dumbfounded! THANKS! Catherine
Thanks you, I would never say "vast experience" just some experience. BCR probably does not have that much experience with Savannahs. I really think that we as pet owners or breeders need to make sure that our pets never produce unwanted offspring and that they are properly socialized. I want anyone that is thinking of owning any hybrid cat take that decision very seriously. It needs to be a well thought out and life long decision. Do the research and visit with the kitten.
What a wonderful video Leonard. I love the way your Savannahs respond to you. And am totally impressed that you can clip their nails so easily. That is something I can not do with my Harley.
lol, Yes, I think he is the best "actor" of the whole bunch. I have not really been making that many films of late anyway. Just that the BCR video hit me kind of "Off Key". Knowing what I know about Savannahs, it just makes me wonder how accurate the other videos they have are. What propaganda are they spreading?
Thanks for the great reply to BCR! My Savannahs never have a problem with using the litter box, but my domestic sometimes doesn't hold it as well as she should. GREAT video, thanks!!
Thank you for that! I have never met a savannah, but it seems to me that they are just as reliable as any cat. You just need to be able to read them, to communicate. Servals obviosly are interested in communicating with humans, so why would a hybrid be such a bad thing? In the BCR video you see a serval hissing through the fence, as is that was something a domestic cat would never have done. All cats go wild if they aren't cept with humans.
gnusyster 1 year ago
@gnusyster It really depends on what we consider "reliable". I have seen some cats that mark / pee and some that do not. I have not been able to tell why. Servals tend to hiss a lot when communicating my cats will do the same even my lower % savannahs do. Apollo an F5 (3% serval) will sometimes hiss when someone approaches him but then will want attention from that person. He has never bitten anyone.
Lifeatthesharpend 1 year ago
@gnusyster I live on 4 acres and have a couple of ferral cats running the property. I have caught one of them before to neuter and release. Dealing with that cat was probably the most scariest incidences with cats that I have had.
Lifeatthesharpend 1 year ago
@Lifeatthesharpend My point exactly :)
gnusyster 1 year ago
Big Cat Rescue knows that most of the stuff they said are false but since they don't agree with mating Servals and Domestic Cats they'll say anything to get people to agree with them. They should of just came out and said they don't agree with that instead of lying and making the Savannahs out to be horrible.
anto1982 2 years ago
i got a f2 b female! she is sweeter then any cat ever,
jgallo712 3 years ago
This kitty is such a sweetie! :)
NataliaDelano 3 years ago
Thank you for your video. I can tell your cats adore you.
I too have a F1 Savannah and my friend has a F4. BCR's claims would be a lot more believable if they qualified their statements saying THEIR --not ALL-- Savannahs behave in a certain way. I could believe that. Without qualifications, BCR's statements are intentionally misleading.
rastakins 3 years ago 2
Can you buy Serval kittens?? And do Savannahs grow winter coats???
bootjackFIN 4 years ago
In general you need a USDA license to own a Serval. I Don't own one and never have owned a Serval. I don't know all the issues relating to Serval husbandry. I see Savannahs as being a cat that kinda looks special like a Serval but still a domestic house cat.
Lifeatthesharpend 4 years ago
I've got seven savannahs and a serval and they ALL use the litter box!
frostjana 4 years ago
Thank you for demonstrating and describing the truth about Savannahs in response to that very misleading clip from BCR. I am glad the record is being set straight. I hope some of BCR's supporters see this (and your other videos), and realize how wrong that organization's tactics have been.
juainisavannahs 4 years ago
Wonderful video! We just brought our two new Savannah babies home a few days ago and they have wonderful litter box habits. It's so funny because they both go in the box at the same time. When they are finished they actually wipe their paws on the side to remove any stray litter before getting on the carpet. Now if I could just get my existing cat to do that! :)
crazycat919 4 years ago
wow that is amazing. My cats just hop out and use the carpet. Hopefully that will continue when the become adults.
Lifeatthesharpend 4 years ago
Leonard, You have produced a high quality superbly narrated video which clearly demonstrates the true character and behavior of the Savannah breed. Your love and vast experience with your cats shines through! Surely BCR will be left completely dumbfounded! THANKS! Catherine
F2Savannah7CatrinaRN 4 years ago
Thanks you, I would never say "vast experience" just some experience. BCR probably does not have that much experience with Savannahs. I really think that we as pet owners or breeders need to make sure that our pets never produce unwanted offspring and that they are properly socialized. I want anyone that is thinking of owning any hybrid cat take that decision very seriously. It needs to be a well thought out and life long decision. Do the research and visit with the kitten.
Lifeatthesharpend 4 years ago
What a wonderful video Leonard. I love the way your Savannahs respond to you. And am totally impressed that you can clip their nails so easily. That is something I can not do with my Harley.
Anzaya1 4 years ago
lol. I'm sure they are!!!
Lifeatthesharpend 4 years ago
Nice video. Loved seeing Seyah again! He's becoming quite the YouTube star!
menageri 4 years ago
lol, Yes, I think he is the best "actor" of the whole bunch. I have not really been making that many films of late anyway. Just that the BCR video hit me kind of "Off Key". Knowing what I know about Savannahs, it just makes me wonder how accurate the other videos they have are. What propaganda are they spreading?
Lifeatthesharpend 4 years ago
Thanks for the great reply to BCR! My Savannahs never have a problem with using the litter box, but my domestic sometimes doesn't hold it as well as she should. GREAT video, thanks!!
Graphixgurl 4 years ago 3
Thanks Susan
Lifeatthesharpend 4 years ago
Great information. Keep up the good work :)
TranswarpTech 4 years ago
Absolutely agree - My mom and I have had more problems with regular cats (DSH) pee'g all over. My F2 SV uses the litter without any problems.
sspradley 4 years ago 4
thanks suzanne
Lifeatthesharpend 4 years ago
Good going. The more the public is educated about hybrids,the better it is for all of us.......and especially for our Savannahs!
6Savannahs 4 years ago 4
Thank you 6.
lwd
Lifeatthesharpend 4 years ago
beautiful cat. Good info.!
xxsidkidxx 4 years ago 2
Thank you Katznjamr I try my best to spend plenty of time with them.
Lifeatthesharpend 4 years ago
Your Savannah is better trained than most dogs I've met -- and I'm a big dog lover!
Great informative video. Beautiful Savannah.
Katznjamr 4 years ago 4