I used local Chicago groups to vet breeders
https://privatebin.net/?246612ac29104382#BZ98cZ2hSTx9YWGsRCKgiT6un98v1FJ5J5mTCBWfxX1W
I used local Chicago groups to vet breeders and avoid shady ones; sending a down payment still felt risky until I met the kitten in person.