I currently have three females and one male. The census does fluctuate when we have kittens but the core number remains about the same. I do not cage my cats and as mentioned they are all over the place! Kittens are birthed the old-fashioned way here, in a cardboard box in either my closet or under my bed. I encourage visits from friends of all ages to help with the socializing of the kittens. By the time the kittens come to you they are happy, healthy and well adjusted. My kittens are ready for adoption at the age of 12 weeks, though they can be held much earlier with a deposit.