It all began on a cold winter’s day in 2001, when I visited a local breeder to acquire my very first cat. From the moment that door opened, I was mesmerized for life.

rado is a very small cattery specializing in solid and bi-colored Persian cats, including the tabby pattern. We are located in the coastal city of Varna, in north-eastern Bulgaria.

My prefix was registered with the CFA in 2007, while exhibiting a male I had at the time (Aftabi x Jadon), and after spending several years in FIFe, which was the only organization available to me then.

As I do not breed cats for a living, maintaining a small program is essential. Kittens that I do not retain for my breeding program are placed exclusively as cherished pets — to be loved and spoiled in their new homes.

I remain deeply grateful to my family, whose unwavering support over the years has enabled me to continue pursuing this passion, as well as to the friends I have made along the way, without whom this journey would not have been the same.

Rado Kolev