Cattery software built for how breeders actually work
Most breeding programmes start in a spreadsheet. It works — until you're tracking vaccination reminders for a dozen cats, managing a waiting list of eager buyers, and running two litters at the same time. At that point the spreadsheet stops helping and starts getting in the way. felineStudio is cattery software designed from the ground up for pedigree cat breeders: a connected system that handles every part of your programme, from first mating to kitten handover.
Cat profiles with breed-standard validation.
Every cat in your cattery gets a complete record: microchip, registration number, EMS colour code, photos, title history, and DNA test results. The EMS field validates the FIFe standard in real time — type a colour code and felineStudio checks the breed-colour combination instantly, flagging errors before they appear on a pedigree certificate. Status tracking (kitten, active, retired, rehomed) keeps your records automatically organised as cats move through your programme.
Pedigree management and COI calculation.
The pedigree tree goes back up to seven generations, with Wright's formula inbreeding coefficient calculated automatically on every cat profile. Use the Trial Mating tool to check the projected COI of any pairing before you commit. Export a landscape Ahnentafel PDF in one click. If you've acquired cats with only paper pedigrees, the OCR scanner photographs them and extracts ancestors — names, registration numbers, EMS codes, titles — for you to review and confirm.
Litter management from mating date to handover.
Enter the mating date and felineStudio calculates the expected due date (63 days). As the litter moves through planned, expecting, born, weaned, and closed status, every stage is tracked. Each kitten automatically gets a profile linked to the litter and its parents. The system flags a dam approaching her third litter within two years — a responsible breeding safeguard built into the workflow.
Health records and vaccination reminders.
Vaccinations, DNA tests, dewormings, weight checks, and vet notes all live on each cat's health tab, displayed as a timeline. Paper vaccination passports can be imported using the OCR scanner in minutes. When a vaccination is coming due, felineStudio sends an email reminder — no manual calendar entry required.
Waiting list, buyer inquiries, and contracts.
Buyers submit inquiries through a branded form — GDPR consent is recorded automatically. Entries land in a kanban waiting list: Waiting, Matched, Contracted. When a litter is born, a single dialog matches kittens to buyers. Contract generation is built in: Kaufvertrag, Schutzvertrag, and Kastrationsverpflichtung templates, exportable as PDF. Financial tracking covers per-litter income, expenses, and profitability.
Works on every device. Hosted in the EU.
felineStudio is a progressive web app — install it to your home screen on Android or iOS and it works like a native app. Fully usable at 375px: at the vet, at a show, on the sofa. Data is stored on EU servers under GDPR-compliant infrastructure. The interface is available in German, English, Spanish, French, and Polish.
Questions about cattery software
What does cattery software do that a spreadsheet can't?
A spreadsheet is a blank grid — it doesn't know the difference between a cat and a kitten, can't send vaccination reminders, can't match a buyer's colour preference to available kittens, and can't flag a dam approaching her third litter in two years. Cattery software is built around the structure of a breeding programme: cats have pedigrees, litters have parents, buyers have preferences, contracts have legal requirements. The functionality follows from that structure.
Is felineStudio suitable for small catteries with just a few cats?
Yes. The free plan has no time limit and covers the full core system — cat profiles, pedigrees, health records, litter management, waiting list, and contracts. It's designed for small catteries that want a proper system from the start.
Which cat registries does it support?
felineStudio uses the FIFe EMS code system for breed and colour validation. Breeders registered with FIFe affiliates, WCF, and TICA can all use the system.
How much does cattery software cost?
The core system is free with no time limit. A Pro plan is available for larger catteries with more than two litters per year. There is no per-cat or per-litter fee.
Can I import my existing records?
Paper pedigrees and vaccination passports can be photographed and imported using the built-in OCR scanner. For data in spreadsheets, the most practical approach is to enter your active cats directly — most breeders find it faster than mapping an old spreadsheet.
Is my data stored in Europe?
Yes. felineStudio runs on EU-hosted infrastructure. No data is processed outside the EU. The system is fully GDPR-compliant.
Your cattery. One system.
Create a free account and set up your breeding cats. The free plan covers everything a small-to-mid cattery needs — no credit card required.