No Kitten! Cats Are Part of the Military!

Felines have graced the decks of boats and ships back nearly to the beginning of time, roaming freely on passenger ships, war vessels, and merchant schooners, keeping vermin at bay.

Feline Summer Movie Fun!

School is almost OUT! Huzzah! But raindrops are plunking against the window, the amusement and water parks haven’t opened yet, camping is out, and roasted hot dogs and S’mores are another month away.

Kittens Are Special...

...and so are some of the show rules for them:

Genetic Pleiotropy and the Risks in Breeding Recessive Mutations

Nearly everyone loves what’s rare and unique. A slight defect in the minting process of a coin can create a demand and a value well beyond the face value of the coin. The coin is functionally no different than its perfectly minted counterpart, but its scarcity and uniqueness alone make it more desirable than the rest.

Good Things Come To Those Who Wait

Most new pet owners can hardly wait to get their new kitten home. How to explain why most breeders wait until the kitten is older? | Let's take a look at WHY breeders delay, and why new owners will be happier in the long run that they did.

Who's That Kitten?

Your queen has successfully delivered her litter!

Kittens & Worms

You have settled in for the evening with your soft, sleepy kitten. As you rub her, you notice that her belly is large, round, and squishy.

GESTATION What Is Normal & What Influences Gestation.?

About 46.5 million households in the United States report owning cats in 2024.

Preparing Kittens For the Show Hall

Socializing kittens and making sure they are confident for their new family is only a part of the job description for a show breeder.

Library Cats felis cattus bibliotheca

Introduction - The Middle Ages, sometimes referred to as “The Dark Ages,” spanned approximately one thousand years, between 479 AD and 1450 AD. This time period is not generally considered to have been friendly to anyone, human nor animal, but it was especially hostile toward felines. Ignorance of knowledge and science was rampant among the majority of the population, with the ability to read limited to clerics and the wealthy. Myths, legends, and galliard songs spread widely throughout Europe as people migrated from place to place, searching for food and a safe habitat. Fear of the unknown and the unexplainable, particularly of witches and their cat familiars, was spread not only by the stories and songs, but by the Popes themselves. Without touching on the atrocities of medieval times, let us just say it was not the best time to be a cat.

What You Don't Know About American Wirehairs

Wired For Sound! (Specifically, Purrs!)

UP CLOSE AND, Purr-sonal

Northwest Region Judge Wendy Heidt stumbled upon CFA completely by accident while out with friends at a Harvest Festival.

Hey Kids! Let's Put on a Show!

Getting Your Show on the CFA Schedule

Move Over, St. Patrick

St. Patrick’s “Sister Saint”

Staying Safe "On the Road Again"

Safety Tips for You and Your Cat at Hotels

Emerging Colors and Patterns

“The only thing certain is change” goes an old saying. However, sometimes there is actual change, and sometimes change is the result of more accurate information.

Premature Enzyme Activation Pancreatitis in Cats

Has your cat ever had repeated or continuous episodes of diarrhea or vomiting? Maybe your vet has given you medication and the issue seemed to go away for a while but then came back.

Is Dental Care for Cats Important?

The simple answer to this question is YES

Odontiasis: The Gnashing of Baby Kitten Teeth

February is National Dental Month for veterinarians across the US as healthy teeth translates to healthier pets. Cat Talk takes a look at how owners can care for teething kittens and how ongoing dental care helps adult cats live healthier lives.

Problem Pedigrees: Old Problems, New Tools

“You Think He’s What Color????”

What if You Could "C" it Coming?

“There you are in the ER waiting room, waiting for the vets to assess a queen who is having birthing troubles.

What You Don't Know About Exotics

Imagine a Persian in its PJs

Show Manager To Ring One, Please

We all adore our feline friends. It’s one of the main reasons why we showcase them at shows and share their beauty with the world, For me, the love of my cats is what fuels my passion for them.

UP CLOSE AND Purr-sonal

ERIC SIMPSON PERSIAN BREEDER AND DAYLILY EXPERT

Accounting for Animals in Government Disaster Preparedness Plans is a Continuing Effort

Eighteen years ago, the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in 2005 began a movement for change in disaster preparedness procedures for federal, state, and local officials.

Toxoplasmosis in Cats

Stay Away From the Cat Poop and No One Gets Hurt

Paws-itive Impressions

HG HNW Doctor Pepper as told to Theresa Gleason

From Russia, With Love

A breeder sets off- alone - to a country she's never been to before in search of a new cat for her breeding program. She found not only her cat, but friendship and a completely new outlook on the country.

Exhibiting In Europe Unity in Diversity

After my last CFA cat show in France, in April 2023, I had dinner with a fellow judge from the U.S. and we discussed many different aspects of the show.

Some Things Get Better With Age Finding a Forever Home For a Senior Cat

One of the hardest decisions we make as breeders is to rehome an adult cat. Sometimes they are a poor fit for the show program, other times they don’t thrive in a cattery setting.