Felines Travel the Globe for World's Largest International Cat Show

Sept. 2, 2010 - PRLog -- Harlingen, Texas -- Does your purring pal measure more than 16.48 inches from shoulder to toe? If so, your feline could grab a claim to fame as a whiskered wonder in the Guinness Book of World Records! The “Tallest Cat” competition will be just one of the many activities scheduled at Jazzy Cats and The International Cat Association’s (TICA) annual cat show!

TICA will host more than 400 cats from around the world who will compete in 12 rings held at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, California in on September 4 – 5, 2010. Felines will compete for Best of Show in one of five categories which includes Championship (Cats), Kittens, Alters, Household Pets and Household Pet Kittens.

"TICA's Annual Cat Show, held in conjunction with our Annual Awards Banquet which honors our 2009-2010 show season international winners, is not only fun for the exhibitors, but for all cat lovers who have the opportunity to see the best cats from around the world compete, see fun demos, and get to meet a Savannah in person!" said Vickie Fisher, President of TICA. "We're also thrilled to participate in the "Tallest Cat" competition being held by the Guiness World Book of Records."

Cat lovers will also enjoy  a demonstration of cat clicker training by The Cat Coach, Certified Cat Behavior Consultant Marilyn Krieger, who– along with Dr. Yee– will be on hand throughout the cat convention to answer feline veterinary and behavioral questions.

Cat breed buffs will enjoy Savannah-Rama, where spectators can get an up close look at the charismatic cats, whose beauty will be on display during a “fun ring” informal judging, when rosettes will be awarded for best ears, tail and the biggest cat clown!

Pet parents can also browse among vendor booths brimming with products for cats and those who love them.

Admission is $7 for adults, $6 for seniors and children ages 6 – 12, free for children under the age of 6.

For more information visit  www.jazzycatshows.com

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About The International Cat Association
Organized during 1979, The International Cat Association (TICA) is the world's largest genetic registry of pedigreed cats, largest registry of household pet cats and kittens, and one of the world's largest sanctioning bodies for cat shows. TICA currently recognizes more than 54 breeds of cats. No matter where you are, you’re in TICA’s world. A world of fabulous felines…fun...and friendships. To learn more about TICA visit http://www.tica.org