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In the News (Thu 17 Dec 09)

  
  Marechal Safari Cats and Safari Kittens
Breeding the Safari cat is difficult due to the difference in the number of chromosomes in the breeds used.
A Geoffroy cat is normally between 10 lbs - 12lbs, the F1 male offspring tend to get close to 20 lbs and a few have reached 25 lbs.
In Safari Cats we are currently breeding the F1 and F2 generations and hope to move into F3's in 2007.
www.safari-cats.com   (283 words)

  
  The Cat Club   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
The American Cat Association (ACA) registered the cats as "sable foreign longhairs" and in the early 1970s Thomas and several kittens were exhibited in shows on the east coast.
A striking cat with a silky semi-long coat and a Burmese body and head type, the tiffanie and his shorthaired counterpart the Burmilla was created in 1981 in London by a mating between a lilac Burmese female and a silver chinchilla Persian male.
The Cat Fanciers Association (CFA) accepts the Birman in seal, blue, chocolate, and lilac in the pointed pattern, in which color is concentrated in the facemask, ears, legs, and tail, while the body remains lighter in color.
thecatclub.tripod.com /cats   (10195 words)

  
 Spectator Guide
TICA cat shows are held under the Show Rules, By-Laws, Registration Rules ($7 each) and Standards ($10) of The International Cat Association (TICA).
A cat not having all physical properties, such as eyes, ears, legs, tail (except as specified in breed standards), are ineligible for entry except in the alter classes or household pet classes.
If a cat requires special caging in a judging ring, the exhibitor shall relay this information to the ring clerk before the cat's number is posted and in time for special arrangements to be made without inconveniencing any other cats and/or exhibitors.
www.toledocatshow.com /spectator_guide.htm   (1566 words)

  
 HISTORY OF THE DOMESTIC CAT, FELINES | ANCIENT EGYPT LAND OF THE PHAROAHS, SUN GOD RA HAWKS HEAD TRADEMARK.
Cats have five toes on the front feet and four toes on the hind feet, although occasionally individuals are born with more toes (an inherited abnormality called polydactyly).
Cats walk on their toes and have soft pads on the toes and feet which help to reduce sound when stalking, as well as protecting the underlying bones from concussion during running and jumping.
White cats are often born deaf, and they are also predisposed to develop hypersensitivity and in some cases cancer of the ear flaps (pinnae) of the ears when exposed to sunlight.
www.solarnavigator.net /cat_history.htm   (3604 words)

  
 Animal Planet :: Cat Guide -- Essentials -- Fanciers
Cat associations are primarily registries, setting standards for accepted breeds and providing a formula for the acceptance of new breeds.
Owing to the wide popularity of purebred cats, there are now hundreds of local cat associations worldwide, and their popularity is still increasing.
The different associations reflect a variety of breeding philosophies and practices, as well as different kinds of organization and rules, so there is probably one fitting about every personality, be it human or feline.
animal.discovery.com /guides/cats/essentials/associationsintro.html   (423 words)

  
 Register Your Cat
Although the first recorded cat show was held at the St. Giles Fair in England in 1598, the true birth of the cat fancy as we know it today started with a cat show organized by Harrison Weir at the the famous Crystal Palace of London in 1871.
In 1919 another disagreement caused several cat clubs to break away from CFA and form the United Cat Fancier's Association, a name that was quickly changed a few months later to the Cat Fancier's Federation, which remains active, mainly in New England and the Midwest.
TICA was organized so that cats were registered according to their genetic background, but were shown according to how they looked (i.e.
www.catsunited.com /html/register_your_cat.html   (1904 words)

  
 Cat Profiles
The 4-year-old cat stared at her and then, with her golden eyes half shut, made the peculiar noise again.
These substantial cats have prominent shoulder blades that produce a rolling gait, complemented by deep, powerful flanks; a broad, well-developed chest; and a primordial belly pouch.
TICA granted the Pixie-Bob experimental status in 1994.
www.mcnews.com /catfancy/profiles/profileview.asp?RecordNo=279   (1091 words)

  
 Cat show - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Cats are compared to a breed standard and those judged to be closest to it are awarded a prize.
The cats' owners are given a number for each cat and are responsible for getting them to the ring when they are called.
Cat shows are important so that breeders can compare their cats and progress on breed standards can be achieved.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Cat_show   (365 words)

  
 TICA (The International Cat Association) in the UK - Cat Shows and Registration information
TICA is a well-established international cat registry and showing organisation that has only recently entered the UK.
TICA is the only mainstream registry in the UK where your pet can earn titles in exactly the same way as pedigree cats.
As a cat has to be registered with TICA to earn either TICA titles or Regional/International Awards, on this web-site you will also find useful information about registering your cats with TICA and how to register a cattery name (the TICA term for prefixes).
www.tica-uk.org.uk /index.html   (479 words)

  
 Cat Shows - Official TICA Show Calendar   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
International Ragdoll Congress with genetics seminar on FIP presented by Dr. Susan Little on Friday.
The minimum information that we need to list a show on the TICA Show Calendar (here and in the TICA Trend) is the date, the name of the club, the location (city), and the name and phone number and/or e-mail address of a contact person.
TICA Show Calendar entries for shows in the U.S., Canada, Europe and the U.K. are submitted each month to CAT FANCY magazine.
home.flash.net /~debreed/calendar.htm   (993 words)

  
 PRESS RELEASE
Plotnick was announced a winner at the 2005 CWA communication contest awards banquet held November 19 in Foster City, Calif. as part of the annual CWA Professional Conference.
The Cat Writers’ Association Muse Medallion™ Awards are given to the top entries in 40 contest categories including newspaper and magazine articles, books and online publications.
The international Cat Writers’ Association was founded in 1992 and is dedicated to providing news, information and education on all aspects of cat care and welfare, as well as improving the quality of writing about cats.
www.manhattancats.com /press_release.htm   (351 words)

  
 The International Cat Association - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The organization has an extensive genetic registry for purebred and household pet cats and is one of the world's largest sanctioning bodies for cat shows.
To encourage its members to be caring, responsible owners and breeders of cats who work together to promote the preservation of pedigreed cats and the health and welfare of all domestic cats.
To provide sanctioned cat shows which promote both pedigreed and non-pedigreed cats in a professional manner and which are both enjoyable and educational for exhibitors, judges and the general public.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/The_International_Cat_Association   (240 words)

  
 Turkish Van Breed Standard for The International Cat Association
The Turkish Van is a solidly built, semi-longhaired cat with a seasonal coat, and great breadth to chest and hips.
The tail is a brush or plume, medium length and in proportion to the cat.
Up to 20 percent of the cat may be color with random spotting.
www.swimmingcats.com /ticastd.htm   (711 words)

  
 If Yoda were a cat 11/15/01
They are graceful cats of the oriental type with a light bone structure and a wedge-shaped head and high cheekbones.
Its genetics are not related to the Sphynx cats and its hairlessness is determined by a different gene as well.
The cat that started this line was a cat named Varya, who was rescued from a shelter and thought to be seriously ill because of her absence of hair.
www.irvineworldnews.com /Bstories/nov15/catshow.html   (498 words)

  
 The International Bengal Cat Society Homepage
Since the original purpose for breeding Bengal cats was to try to replicate the look of the exotic spotted Asian Leopard Cat, the dominant spotted pattern is most common.
Every domestic cat breed has its unique features, and the exotic heritage of the Bengal cat can be seen in their every day activities.
The International Bengal Cat Society (TIBCS) is an all volunteer society of Bengal enthusiasts.
www.bengalcat.com /main.aspx   (433 words)

  
 Cat (Felis catus) Genome Resources
With a large number of recognized breeds, the cat is also a valuable resource for studying species diversity.
Cat up a Tree: A molecular phylogeny with divergence dates for all extant felid species helps place the domestic cat in an evolutionary context (Johnson et al., 2006).
Cat as Companion Animal: The domestication of the cat may have occurred earlier than generally believed (Vigne et al., 2004).
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov /genome/guide/cat   (315 words)

  
 Ragdoll Fanciers Club International- Ragdoll Cat Breeders Club - TICA The International Cat Association Standards
The cat is firm and muscular with no fat except on the lower abdomen.
Allowance to be made for a cat under 2 years of age.
Ragdolls are in a recognized division where the amount of white is a distinguishing characteristic and a substantial number of points are allocated to the exact placement of white markings.
rfci.org /standards/tica_std.php   (503 words)

  
 About Purebred Cat Breed Rescue
Every cat we rescue is spayed and neutered before placement, as per our Policies and Procedures.
Our activities include working with shelters to arrange rescue of at-risk cats, arranging for and often funding initial and emergency vetting, working with animal control agencies to rescue cats who are at imminent risk of seizure from hoarder and cruelty/neglect situations, and providing and/or coordinating transportation of at-risk cats to safety.
It also features a photoboard which allows rescues who do not have websites of their own (or choose to post even if they do) to post available cats and for relinquishing owners to post their purebred cats for adoption.
purebredcatbreedrescue.org /aboutus.htm   (495 words)

  
 The International Cat Association (TICA)
Full maturity of color is not achieved until 2 years of age and full weight and size is not expected for at least 4 years.
The cat is firm and muscular with no fat except on the lower abdomen.
The coat lies with the body and breaks as the cat moves.
members.shaw.ca /triciaday/tica_21.html   (521 words)

  
 Ragdoll Fanciers Club International- Ragdoll Cat Breeders Club - AACE American Association of Cat Enthusiasts Standards
The fur is short on the face and increases in length from the top of the head down through the shoulder blades and back.
Allowance to be made for darkening in older cats as long as it is even.
NOTE: The nose leather and paw pad color are extremely important in determining the color of the cat, especially in immature animals.
www.rfci.org /standards/aace_std.php   (712 words)

  
 Unisus Manx Cattery -Home of international and regional winning manx cats.
The overall impression of the Manx cat is that of roundness; round head with firm, round muzzle and prominent cheeks; broad chest; substantial short front legs; short back which arches from shoulders to a round rump; great depth of flank and rounded, muscular thighs.
The Manx has a round head with a firm muzzle and prominent cheeks, short front legs, height of hindquarters, great depth of flank, and a short back which forms a smooth continuous arch from the shoulders to the round rump.
Manx are slow in maturing and allowance should be made for young cats in judging depth of flank, etc.
www.manxcatweb.com /standard.htm   (544 words)

  
 Cat Shows - Official TICA Show Calendar
TICA Clubs: To have your show listed here, in the TICA Trend and in Cat Fancy magazine, please send information to thomcats@flash.net.
The minimum information that we need to list a show on the TICA Show Calendar (here and in the TICA Trend) is the date, the name of the club, the location (city), and the name and phone number and/or e-mail address of a contact person.
TICA Show Calendar entries for shows in the U.S., Canada, Europe and the U.K. are submitted each month to CAT FANCY magazine.
www.flash.net /~debreed/calendar.htm   (918 words)

  
 Articles About The International Cat Association
We compare the kitten registration statistics of CFA, TICA, GCCF and the puppy registrations of the American Kennel Club to see which registries are doing better than others.
TICA judge, Beth Hicks, gives pointers on how to best to write breed standards from a judge's point of view.
This article by TICA judge, Beth Hicks, is a photographic essay showing the different colors of cats from tabbies and torbies to pointed and "with white" in all the shades and patterns.
www.pandecats.com /s_tica.shtml   (254 words)

  
 PUREBREDS: WINNING IS IN THEIR BLOOD
As part of her preseason training for cat shows across the country, Martin begins by identifying the physical and personal traits of the male and female kitten contenders.
"One of the major reasons for fatalities in cats is related to the size of their hearts," says Martin, who volunteers at UC Davis, where she arranges ultrasounds for cats.
Martin will tune her television to cartoons at full volume to get the cats used to the noise that they'll hear at cat shows.
sfgate.com /cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2005/11/13/PKG3RFKSCE1.DTL   (653 words)

  
 Cat Fanciers: Cat Breed Descriptions (Purebred Cats, Pedigreed Cats)
This Is The Abyssinian Cat, Kate Faler, 1984.
Bengal Cat FAQ (The International Bengal Cat Society)
California Spangled Breed Standard (The International Cat Association)
www.fanciers.com /breeds.html   (381 words)

  
 Cat Writers' Association: Annual Conference   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
The CWA professional conference is held in conjunction with the annual Cat Fanciers' Association International Cat Show, this year at the San Mateo Expo Center, about three miles from the hotel.
The CWA Professional Conference, open to the public, is held annually in conjunction with the CFA International Cat Show, this year at the San Mateo Expo Center, two miles from the hotel.
The "Westminster" of cat shows, the annual CFA International Cat Show features the best of championship cats from around the world.
www.catwriters.org /annual-info.html   (4098 words)

  
 .:: The International Cat Association ::. | Miscellaneous - Breeder Websites
Since we are a large association we do not have the ressources to visit each of the listed catteries before linking to their website.
Adopting a Cat or Kitten before visiting a breeder.
If you are a TICA member and would like to have your cattery included in these listings, please follow
tica.org /html/english/misc/breeders.php   (73 words)

  
 Blue Hill Cattery Florida Bengal Cat, Cats
I am a member in good standing of The International Cat Association (TICA) and have a TICA registered cattery.
I will provide the TICA registration application form and/or pedigree for the kitten/cat ONLY after I have received written evidence from a licensed veterinarian that the kitten/cat has been altered, unless it has been purchased for the purpose of a breeding program.
I will not release kittens until they have had their first inoculations and have been released by my catteries vetenarian..
www.bluehillcattery.com /ethics.htm   (294 words)

  
 Pet Pictures - International Cat Show Photos - AOL Pets
A Persian sits in its cage during the 18th Annual Cat Fanciers' Association International Cat Show.
A cat tries to tear down a ribbon placed on its cage by a judge.
A woman rests near a cat in a cage during the 18th Annual Cat Fanciers' Association International Cat Show.
pets.aol.com /galleries/catshow   (291 words)

  
 International Siberian Cat Association
The ISCA was founded the 1of January 2006, because we need to take care of the Siberian Cat.
The type, health and Standard is very important.
If you have questions about the Siberian cat, or if there something you want the boarder to work for?
www.siberiancatclub.info   (141 words)

  
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