How to Post a Siamese Wanted Ad and Get Replies in the United States
To post a "Siamese wanted" ad that gets good replies in the United States, say exactly what you are looking for (type, color, age, sex and whether you need papers), give your area and a realistic budget, describe your home, and make clear you will meet the cat before any money changes hands. Pet-quality Siamese kittens from breeders typically cost $400 to $1,000, according to Petful's 2026 price guide, so set a budget that matches what you ask for.
A clear ad saves time for breeders and owners, draws replies from people with the right cat, and makes it easier to spot replies that do not add up.
Key points
- State the type (modern, traditional or either), color, age, sex, papers or pet only, and your area.
- Give a realistic budget: Petful's 2026 guide puts pet-quality kittens typically at $400 to $1,000.
- Describe your home, especially who is around in the day; Siamese want company.
- Ask replies for live video, vet records and, for kittens, the parents' rdAc DNA results.
- Never pay a deposit, shipping or crate fee to someone you have not met.
What should you put in a Siamese wanted ad?
- Type. The modern Siamese has a long wedge head, large ears and a slender body; the rounder traditional or applehead type is shown by TICA as a separate breed, the Thai. Say which you want, or that either is fine.
- Color. CFA's Siamese colors are seal, chocolate, blue and lilac point. If you want red, cream or lynx points, say so; CFA shows them as the Colorpoint Shorthair.
- Age and sex. Kitten, adult or senior, male or female.
- Papers. Whether you need CFA or TICA registration or want a pet only, and that you will spay or neuter.
- Area. Your town or state and how far you will travel to meet.
- Budget. A range, or that you are looking to adopt.
- Your home. Who is home in the day, other pets, children, and that the cat will live indoors.
When it is ready, post your Siamese wanted ad on PetzLover, and keep your phone number out of the ad text so replies come as messages you can check first.
What budget should you give for a Siamese?
| What you are looking for | Typical cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Pet-quality kitten from a breeder | $400 to $1,000 | Petful, 2026 |
| Show-quality kitten | $1,200 to $2,500 | Petful, 2026 |
| Rare colors | $1,500 to $3,000 | Petful, 2026 |
| Retired breeding adult | $100 to $400 | Petful, 2026 |
| Rescue adoption | $100 to $300 | Petful, 2026 |
| First year of care for any cat | About $1,904 | ASPCA (2021 figures) |
Petful notes that flame and lynx points carry the highest premiums. Match your budget to what you ask for: a registered kitten from tested parents costs more than an adult, a retired breeding cat or a rescue.
Should you be open to an adult or a Siamese mix?
Being flexible brings more replies. An adult Siamese has a known personality and voice, and VCA gives the breed a lifespan of 12 to 15 years, so a cat of 5 or 6 still has years ahead. Many pointed cats in shelters and home litters are not purebred; Austin Siamese Rescue notes that breed cannot be confirmed without papers or known parents. If the look and personality matter more than papers, say you welcome Siamese mixes. Our guide on how to adopt a Siamese covers rescues and fees.
What should you ask people who reply?
- Can we do a live video call today, and can I visit to meet the cat and, for kittens, the mother?
- For kittens: have both parents been DNA tested for rdAc, the form of progressive retinal atrophy found in Siamese, and has any relative had amyloidosis? CFA names both as health issues in the breed.
- May I see the vet records, vaccines and FeLV/FIV results?
- Is the cat registered, and as a Siamese, a Colorpoint Shorthair or a Thai?
- For kittens: when will it go home? International Cat Care notes pedigree kittens often leave at about 13 weeks.
- For adults: why is it being rehomed, how talkative is it and how does it cope alone?
- Is there a written contract, and will the seller take the cat back if needed?
Genuine sellers and owners will expect these questions. Our guide on how to buy a Siamese kitten goes into breeder checks in more detail.
How do you avoid scams when you post a Siamese wanted ad?
Scammers answer wanted ads with stolen photos and a story. The Federal Trade Commission warns that fake pet sellers offer animals far below normal prices, push you to decide quickly and ask for money up front. PetScams.com, which tracks fraudulent pet websites, lists many fake Siamese kitten sites, some with "CFA" in the web address.
- The reply offers exactly the cat you asked for, far below the ranges above.
- The seller will only ship and will not do a live video call.
- You are asked for a deposit by gift card, wire transfer, cryptocurrency or a payment app.
- New fees for shipping, insurance or a crate appear after the first payment.
- A reverse image search finds the photos on other sites.
Use the Report Scam button on any suspicious ad, and report fraud at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. You can also check current Siamese wanted ads near you to see how others word theirs.
What should you do once you find your Siamese?
- Meet the cat in person and pay only then, with a receipt.
- Sign a contract or rehoming agreement, and transfer the microchip the same day.
- Book a vet visit in the first week, and keep the cat apart from your other cats until you know its FeLV and FIV status.
- Remove your wanted ad so people stop replying.
People with a cat to offer can read how to respond to a Siamese wanted ad, which explains what they will check about you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I write a good Siamese wanted ad?
Say what type, color, age and sex you want, whether you need papers, your area and your budget. Describe your home and say you will meet the cat in person before paying.
How much should I budget for a Siamese kitten?
Petful's 2026 guide puts pet-quality kittens typically at $400 to $1,000 and show-quality kittens at $1,200 to $2,500. Rare colors cost more, and adults and retired breeding cats less.
Is it safe to pay a deposit to someone who answers my wanted ad?
Not before you have met the cat or seen it on a live video call and checked the seller. The FTC warns that scammers ask for money up front, often by wire, gift card or payment app.
Should I ask for health tests in a wanted ad?
Yes, for kittens. Ask for both parents' rdAc DNA results, because progressive retinal atrophy is one of the two health issues CFA names in the breed. For any cat, ask for vet records and FeLV/FIV results.
Can I ask for a specific color like lilac or flame point?
Yes, but expect to wait or pay more. Lilac is one of CFA's four Siamese colors; flame (red) and lynx points are shown by CFA as the Colorpoint Shorthair, and Petful notes they carry the highest premiums.
Should I include my phone number in the ad?
It is safer to leave it out of the ad text and let replies come as messages. You can share your number once you have checked that a reply is genuine.
Helpful guides
Pet WantedHow to Respond to a "Siamese Wanted" Ad in the United StatesBefore answering a Siamese wanted ad, check that your cat really matches what is asked, verify the person and their home, refuse shipping or overpayment, and hand over in person with an agreement.
Pet for SaleHow to Buy a Siamese Kitten in the United StatesBuy a Siamese kitten in the US from a breeder you can visit who shows both parents' PRA rdAc DNA results; pet-quality kittens typically cost $400 to $1,000 (Petful, 2026).
Pet for SaleHow to Sell Siamese Kittens in the United StatesSell Siamese kittens in the US by testing the parents for PRA rdAc, describing type and color honestly, keeping kittens until vaccinated and handing over in person with a contract.
Pet for FreeHow to Get a Free Siamese Safely in the United StatesA free Siamese is usually an adult being rehomed or a pointed mixed-breed kitten; meet it in person, check vet records and eyes, budget about $1,904 for the first year and never pay shipping fees.
Pet for FreeHow to Give Away a Siamese for Free Without Risk in the United StatesGive away a Siamese safely by checking your breeder or rescue contract first, spaying or neutering, screening applicants for time at home and indoor care, and handing over in person with a signed agreement.
Pet for AdoptionHow to Adopt a Siamese in the United StatesAdopt a Siamese in the US through a Siamese breed rescue or a shelter; expect an application, references and sometimes a home visit, fees typically of $100 to $300, and a cat that wants company from day one.
Pet for AdoptionHow to List a Siamese for Adoption in the United StatesList a Siamese for adoption by setting clear criteria (indoor home, company, no declawing), charging a fee in line with Siamese rescues, describing the cat honestly, screening applicants and following up.
Pet for RehomingHow to Take In a Rehomed Siamese in the United StatesBefore taking in a rehomed Siamese, ask why it is leaving, how it copes alone, and for vet records and any rdAc result; then give it a quiet room, daily play and company while it adjusts.
Pet for RehomingHow to Rehome Your Siamese Responsibly in the United StatesRehome your Siamese by checking any return clause, telling applicants honestly about its voice, need for company and health, screening in person, charging a modest fee and handing over with an agreement.
Lost PetHow to Help Find a Lost Siamese in the United StatesLost Siamese usually hide silently near home, so the best help is to check your garage, shed and under decks, send the owner a photo with the time and place, and never chase the cat.
Lost PetWhat to Do When Your Siamese Is Lost in the United StatesIf your Siamese is lost, search hiding spots near home first, report it to the microchip registry, check shelters for cats listed as Siamese, Siamese mix or pointed, post a lost ad and never pay before proof.