Official Journal of NSW Cat Fanciers Inc March 2018 Vol 21 No 1

Catching Up Official Journal of NSW Cat Fanciers Inc

March 2018 Vol 21 No 1

Supreme Exhibit Federal Kitten Show Zoel Mr Titan Bred by N James Owned by R & R Campbell NSW Cat Fanciers’ Association Inc.

Email: [email protected] Preferred contact method.

Phone: 02 9834 6577

Post: PO Box 379, St.Mary’s NSW 1790

Website: http://www.nswcfa.asn.au

Members and others, please note our office hours are 9:00am – 4:00pm weekdays

Business can be conducted by email (preferred), in writing or by telephone.

If you telephone the office during office hours and you find the phone busy, please try again a little later as the office can be very busy. If it is out of hours, the recorded message will ask you to call back during business hours.

Available from the Associations Management Committee meetings web site: www.nswcfa.asn.au take place on the second Tuesday Show entry forms of each month. NSWCFA Membership Application Prefix Application All incoming Correspondence items are Kitten Registration required to be listed on the Meeting Agenda, Title Updates and for this to be done, correspondence must Re-registration be received in the Office no later than NSWCFA Constitution 10:00am on the Wednesday prior to the Show Rules and Regulations meeting date. Scale of fees Members Code of Ethics Any correspondence received after 10:00am Show Representative Duties on the Wednesday prior to the meeting date is held over until the following Management + more… Committee meeting in one month’s time. Catching Up Journal of the NSW Cat Fanciers’ Association Inc. VOL.21 No 1 2018

Your Management Committee President Miss Joanne Greentree PO Box 47 Windsor 2756 0409 123 906 [email protected] Senior Vice-President Ms Maureen Norberry 10 Brewster St Mittagong 2575 [email protected] Vice President Mrs Susan Thomas 56 Robinia Grove Garden Suburb 2289 4920 7961 [email protected] Treasurer & Public Officer Mr Warren Price 8 Lomond Crescent Winston Hills 2575 9639 9663 [email protected] COMMITTEE MEMBERS Mr Les Hodge PO Box 134 Campbelltown 2560 0401 443448 [email protected] Mrs Maureen Camarsh 10 Palmer Road Woolgoolga 2456 6654 2000 [email protected] Mrs Deborah Thomas 34 Factory Road Regentville 2745 4733 6521 [email protected] Ms Linda Osborne 246 McCaffrey Dr Rankin Park 2287 4956 3310 [email protected] Mrs Sharyn Yelland 19 Stanley Street, Blacktown 2148 9622 8469 [email protected] Ms Michelle Grayson 9 Athel Tree Crescent Bradbury 2560 0402 050 520 [email protected] Mr Lee Gallagher 14 Town Head Crescent Singleton 2330 0407 042900 [email protected] Mrs Tracey Camp 22 Pretona Pde Hornsby 2077 0413 101538 [email protected]

Inside this issue: P17 Show Calendar P2-5 COTY Photos P18 Affiliated Clubs P6 The Scoop on Poop P19 Notices P7 Eye Care P20 Advertising P8-10 Breed Feature Inside Back Cover - Scale of Fees P11 CCCA National Show 2018 Front Cover - Supreme Exhibit Federal Kitten Show P14 Social Media Policy P15 Title Updates Back Cover—Goulburn Show Back photos by Norskatt Photography, front cover by owner P16 Steward’s List

1 Opinions expressed in Catching Up are not necessarily those of the Association, its Officers or the Editors. Content contributed has been accepted in good faith, without prejudice, fear or favour and the Association, etc. accepts no responsibility as to authenticity contained therein. NSW Cat Fanciers’ Association Inc. COTY Luncheon

2 NSW Cat Fanciers’ Association Inc. COTY Luncheon

3 NSW Cat Fanciers’ Association Inc. COTY Luncheon

4 NSW Cat Fanciers’ Association Inc. COTY Luncheon

5 NSW Cat Fanciers’ Association Inc. The Scoop on Poop

You can learn a lot about your cat's health from his poop. Whether you’ve just adopted your first kitten or you’ve shared your home with cats for years, watch for a few key signs when you scoop out the litter box.

Cat Poop: What’s Normal? Most cats will poop at least once a day. If they’re healthy, their poop should:  Be deep brown in color  Feel not too hard or too soft or mushy  Not smell too foul, though some odor is normal

Diarrhea Diarrhea is not uncommon for cats, and there are many reasons why your cat might have it. Sometimes, it comes and goes quickly. Other times, it can last for days, weeks, or months, or come back on a regular basis. Diarrhea that lasts for 24 to 48 hours probably won’t cause a problem, but if it lasts longer, your cat can get dehydrated, which can be dangerous.

Some common causes of cat diarrhea include:  Changes to their diet or food allergies or intolerances  Inflammatory bowel disease  Colitis  Hyperthyroidism  Worms (intestinal parasites)  Pancreatic disease

Cancer If your cat has diarrhea that lasts more than a day or two, see your veterinarian to figure out the cause. Call your vet right away if the diarrhea is black or bloody, or if it happens along with fever, vomiting, sluggishness, or a loss of appe- tite.

The treatment your cat will need depends on what’s causing his diarrhea. Some will need prescription medications, such as metronidazole or prednisolone, to control inflammation. Your vet may recommend a special diet if she thinks a food allergy or intolerance, IBD, or colitis is the problem.

To prevent diarrhea, don’t give your cat dairy products like milk or yogurt -- many cats can’t digest them properly. Also, if you switch the brand or type of food you give him, be sure to introduce it over several days by mixing it with smaller and smaller amounts of the old food until he’s eating only the new stuff.

Constipation When a cat is constipated, he’ll strain a lot when he tries to poop or won’t be able to produce anything for the litter box. You don’t need to worry if it only happens sometimes. But if it’s more common for your pet, you should contact your vet.

Cats can get constipated for a number of reasons, including:  Over-grooming, which leads to extra hair in the digestive tract  Kidney problems  Feline megacolon -- when the colon gets very large and its muscles no longer squeeze, making hard, dry stool build up inside  Something blocking their colon, such as string or bones  Diets that don’t have enough fiber  Problems inside the colon, such as tumors or narrow places  Spine problems or pain 6 (Continued on page 10) NSW Cat Fanciers’ Association Inc. Eye Care

Seeing “eye to eye” with your cat may be one of the best things you ever do for her health. A good home eye exam just before grooming can clue you into any tearing, crust, cloudiness or inflammation that may indicate a health problem. Here are few simple tips to keep your kitty’s eyes bright, healthy and on the prize-you! Home Inspection Face your cat in a brightly lit area and look her in the eyes. They should be clear and bright, and the area around the eyeball should be white. Her pupils should be equal in size. A Closer Look Roll down your kitty’s eyelid gently with your thumb and take a look at the lid’s lining. It should be pink, not red or white. What to Watch Out For How can you tell if there is something wrong with one or both of your cat’s eyes? Look out for the following:  Discharge  Watering  Red or white eyelid linings  Crusty gunk in the corners of the eye  Tear-stained fur  Closed eye(s)  Cloudiness or change in eye color Visible third eyelid

Eye-Catching Behavior Certain body language will also alert you to possible eye distress. If your cat is constantly squinting or pawing at her eye area, give her eyes a good inspection. If you find any of the above symptoms, you should immediately call your vet. A Little Wipe Goes A Long Way Wipe away any crusty gunk from your cat’s eyes with a damp cotton ball. Always wipe away from the corner of the eye, and use a fresh cotton ball for each eye. Snip away any long hairs that could be blocking her vision or poking her eyes. Try not to use eye washes or eye drops unless they’ve been prescribed by your vet. If you notice unnatural discharge during your grooming session, consult your vet. Know Thy Eye Disorders The following eye-related disorders are commonly seen in cats: Conjunctivitis: One or both of your cat’s eyes will look red and swollen, and there may be discharge. Third eyelid protrusion: If the third eyelid becomes visible or crosses your cat’s eye, he may have a wound or may be suffering from diarrhea, worms or a virus.

 Keratitis: If your cat’s cornea becomes inflamed, the eye will look cloudy and watery.  Cataracts: This opacity on the eye is often seen in elderly and diabetic cats.  Glaucoma: The cornea becomes cloudy and the eye enlarges due to an increased pressure in the eyeball.  Bulging eye: Bulging can occur because of accident or trauma or an eye tumor.  Retinal disease: Partial or total vision loss can happen when light-sensitive cells at the back of the eye degenerate. Watery eyes: The fur around your cat’s eyes may be stained with tears because of blocked tear ducts or an overpro- duction of tears.

Treating Eye Conditions Many feline eye disorders can be treated with vet-prescribed drops or ointments-your vet will show you how to apply eye and ear drops at home. Preventing Eye Problems The best way to prevent eye conditions is to make sure your cat gets all her vaccinations and has thorough check-ups. Please examine her eyes regularly and consult a vet if you find any abnormalities. Eye conditions that are left un- treated can lead to impaired sight or even blindness.

Ref: WebMD Veterinary Reference from the ASPCA 7 NSW Cat Fanciers’ Association Inc. Breed Feature — Siberians

Appearance The Siberian cat is a large, hefty cat with males being somewhat larger than the females. They are slow growing, taking up to 5 years to reach their full size. They are semi-long haired with a triple coat including a dense soft undercoat, and an outercoat of thick, shiny "guard hairs" which gives the coat a waterproof quality. Their first full adult coat usually comes in the winter after their first birthday including a beautiful ruff around their head, making them look like little lions! They also have tufts of fur between their paw pads and brushes of fur coming out from their ears equipping them for snowy weather and beautiful "lynx tips" on their ears which helps to give them their wild look.

The cat registries' Siberian breed standards go into more detail about exactly how a Siberian cat should look. As we show our cats in NSW CFA and previously in TICA these are the standards we aim for in our kittens. Click on the following links to see the standards:

TICA Siberian Breed Standard

NSW CFA Siberian Breed Standard

WCF Siberian Breed Standard

FIFe Siberian Breed Standard

The Siberian cat comes in a rainbow of colours including brown, red, blue, cream, gold, silver, smoke, tortie, white, and colour point. Here at Snowgum, our cats have the genes to produce brown, silver, golden, blue, blue-golden, blue- silver, red, cream and torbie kittens. Some will be with white (like Indiana and Astra) and others without. All of our kittens will have a beautiful mackerel tabby (striped), classic tabby (blotched), spotted or shaded tabby pattern and beautiful green or gold and green eyes. For details and images of cat colours please see our Siberian Cat Colours page.

Temperament Siberian cats are often described as having a "dog-like" personality. They are loyal, affectionate, playful and want to be your best friend. Our cats greet us at the door when we come home, follow us from room to room wanting to hang out where ever we are and help with what ever we are doing! Meadow even plays fetch like a dog!

They are very intelligent cats and will quickly work out how to open doors and how to get their favourite toy from its hiding spot! They mix easily with other animals including dogs and because they are a gentle, loving cat they are also a great breed for families with small children. Our kids have grown up with our cats around them; my daughter's first word was her favourite cat's name, "Dasha".

Some Siberians are lap cats and will loving nothing better than snuggling on your lap, others are sightly more independent and prefer to sit next to you on the sofa rather than right on your lap. Either way, they love to interact with you and will play with you for as long as you have the stamina! They will want to be involved with your every day activities and enjoy "helping" you with your chores or your reading or typ- ing - a newspaper or keyboard is the best place for a Siberian to take a nap when you have some reading or writing to do!

Lifespan An average lifespan for a Siberian cat is between 11 and 15 years. Some Siberians have however, been known to live

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(Continued from page 8) 20+ years! Keep in mind that your kitten will be more likely to live a long live if it is fed a healthy low carbohydrate diet, given good vet care and kept away from the dangers of the roads.

When considering buying a kitten you should be prepared to give it a loving home for the next decade or two. Buying a kitten is not something to be done on a whim; it is a commitment for the lifetime of the animal and should only be done after much con- sideration.

Health The Siberian cat is one of the 3 breeds of "forest" cats, and is one of the oldest "natural" breeds of cats, meaning they are not a human developed breed created by crossing various other breeds. As a result, they are a robust healthy breed able to survive in harsh winters and with few known health problems.

In recent years two genetic diseases have appeared in the breed: Polycystic Kidney Disease(PKD) and Hypertrophic Car- diomyopathy (HCM). Our cats have been DNA tested and are negative for the gene responsible for PKD. Unfortunately the genes responsible for HCM in Siberians has not yet been identified.

DNA tests for HCM exist for the Maine Coon and Ragdoll breeds however these tests are not valid for testing Siberians. Performing an echocardiogram (ultrasound) on Siberian cats, is the only way of truly testing for the disease. Ultra- sounds are not infallible as they are a point in time test however, they are the best tool available at present and pro- vide some reasurrance that the breeding cat is healthy and free from the disease.

Our cats' hearts are given echocardiograms by a specialist in veterinary cardiology, Niek Jozef Beijerink, DVM MS PhD Dipl ECVIM-CA (Cardiology). We have started an annual screening program to ensure our cats are free from this disease. We are also careful about choosing breeding cats from lines which have not had any reported HCM and we know the parents of our cats are all alive and healthy and are free from any symptoms of this condition.

It is important to note that blood tests are not a valid method of identifying HCM, these are in fact only useful for identifying a cat in the late stages of heart failure. These tests should not therefore be used as a testing tool for a breeding program.

History Siberian is the name given to Russia's native semi-longhaired cat. There is a lack of historical information about Siberian cats so many stories have developed over time to explain the breed's origin. Siberian cats were apparently first docu- mented in the year 1000 though they were not a pedigreed breed at this stage, but rather were the mouse catchers in the streets and homes throughout Russia.

The Siberian cat was considered to be a large, solid cat with a waterproof coat and thick undercoat. Due to their appearance these cats could survive in the cold, severe climate. The cats were seen in a wide variety of colours.

The modern Siberian as we know it, is the result of the development of a written "breed standard" for the cat and of the hard work and time of many breeders and judges. In the late 1980's the first imported cat breeds started to appear in

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Russia and the first cat shows were held there. It was decided that a breed standard should be developed to distinguish these large, fluffy Russian cats from the other long haired cat breeds. The President of the Kotofei club, Olga Mironva developed the first Siberian breed description. A brown tabby and white Siberian stud Roman, born in 1987 was used as the basis for this first written standard. He appears in many pedigrees (including our Indiana's) and was one of the foundation cats for the breed. The WCF was the first international cat registry to accept the Siberian Cat, including the colour point Siberian, nicknamed the "Neva Masquerade". A blue tabby point with white stud called Mars born in 1988 was the founding colour point of the breed. Mars and Roman can be seen at the beginning of many Siberian pedigrees even today.

In 1988 judges from abroad began to visit Russian shows and this sparked an international interest in the Siberian cat. The first Siberians entered Australia quite a bit later in 2003 from the US. There are now quite a number of Siberian cat breeders in Australia and the number is increasing every year as more people meet and fall in love with the wonderful Siberian breed.

For a more detailed account of the history of the Siberian Cat Breed please follow this link to a history written by Dr. Irina Sa- dovnikova, WCF judge and Russian breeder of Siberian Cats: Siberian Cat History

To ease your cat’s constipation, your vet may suggest that you give him more fiber, such as by adding canned pumpkin to his regular food. Or she might tell you to change to food that’s easier for your pet to digest. It also helps to make sure he gets more exercise and drinks more water so that waste will move through his system more readily. Symptom Appearance Frequency Possible causes

Constipation Small, hard, dry poop Less than once a day Dehydration, megacolon, dietary issues

Constipation Small, hard, dry poop that Less than once a day Hairballs, over-grooming has a lot of hair Constipation Thin, ribbon-like poop Less than once a day Colon problems, like a tumor

Diarrhea Black, tarry, runny poop It varies Stomach or intestinal bleeding. Call the vet right away Diarrhea Smelly, pudding-like poop 2-3 times daily Food intolerances, inflammatory bowel disease

Diarrhea Gooey poop filled with Multiple times daily Too little fiber; colitis mucus Diarrhea Soft, frothy, greasy poop It varies Parasites with mucus Ref: WebMD Veterinary Reference Reviewed by Amy Flowers, DVM on January 24, 2017

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POLICY Purpose This policy is designed to protect the interests of NSW Cat Fanciers Association Inc (NSW CFA), its employees, members and workers (including voluntary workers). To this end, when engaging in social media, NSW CFA expects all persons to consider that they are representatives of NSW CFA and to take responsibility for ensuring that any references to NSW CFA, its activities or its members, are accurate and comply with all of NSW CFA’s rules, procedures and codes of conduct. What is social media? Social media is online media that allows for interaction and/or participation. It is any online communication or activity where people can share information about, or that might impact on, NSW CFA, its members or members of any affiliated bodies who use our services or participate in any events run by NSW CFA or any of our affiliated bodies. Social Media includes, but is not limited to:  Social networking sites – eg Facebook, Twitter, Myspace, Pinterest, Linkedin, Google Plus, Yammer;  Video, slide and photo sharing websites and applications – eg Youtube, Flickr, Slideshare, Instagram, Snapchat, Vine, Tumblr;  Blogs, including corporate and personal blogs – eg SharePoint;  Microblogging sites – eg Twitter, Tumblr, Wordpress;  Wiki’s and online collaborations – eg Wikipedia;  Forums, discussion boards and groups – eg Google Groups, Facebook Groups, Whirlpool;  VOD and podcasting – eg SoundCloud; and Mobile applications and texting. Who does this policy apply to? This policy applies to all members, volunteers, employees and exhibitors of NSW CFA. GUIDELINES Whenever NSW CFA members, workers (including voluntary workers), employees and exhibitors interact on social media, in either an official or personal capacity, and in relation to activities concerning the cat fancy, the following guidelines must be followed:  Ensure that you are aware of who you are representing – it is important that readers of your posts do not misconstrue your personal comments as representing an official NSW CFA position;  Abide by the Constitution, Procedures and Codes of Ethics of NSW CFA;  Act in a way that falls within community expectations of good and appropriate manners;  Be polite and respectful to NSW CFA, its members, employees, workers (including voluntary workers), affiliates and other associated parties – including judges and workers;  Do not criticise, disparage, or make derogatory or negative comments about NSW CFA, its members, workers (including voluntary workers), employees, affiliates, domestic or international judges – either expressly or impliedly;  Respond to others views respectfully;  Do not harass, bully or intimidate;  Do not make negative or adverse comments about the exhibits of another exhibitor or member of NSW CFA or any of its affiliates;  Obtain written permission from NSW CFA before using the NSW CFA logo or posting any content on a social media platform or using any IT services to make statements or comments on behalf of NSW CFA or which might be construed as representing a position of or view held by NSW CFA;  Respect copyright, privacy, financial disclosure and other applicable laws;  Obtain permission from a judge prior to videoing judging at a show. Such permission may be by way of a general request prior to the commencement of judging;  Obtain written permission from NSW CFA or any judge whose photo or video you plan to publish on social media. Such request and permission may be given by email; and Do not bring NSW CFA into disrepute or otherwise attract negative publicity. POLICY NON-COMPLIANCE While social media provides an excellent opportunity to share knowledge, celebrate successes and learn about the cat fancy, misuse of social media can have serious consequences for NSW CFA, its employees, workers (including voluntary workers) and members, and cause considerable distress. All reports of misuse of social media or contravention of this policy and guidelines will be investigated and disciplinary action may be taken in accordance with the Rules of NSW CFA Inc that relate to disciplinary action. 14 This policy has a commencement date of 1 June 2017

NSW Cat Fanciers’ Association Inc. Title Updates December 2017— March 2018

GROUP 1

Maine Coon Bz Db Gd Ch Coolcoons Strawberry Blonde B: F Cooper & M J Bailey O: P Cutting

Norwegian Forest Cat Slv Db Gd Ch Bushkenheim Elska O/B: T Camp

Persian Ch Royalglamour Cloud Nyne O/B: J Jay Ch Greencroft Justa Duchess B: S Greentree O: J Jay Gd Ch Greencroft Justa Duchess B: S Greentree O: J Jay Db Gd Ch Greencroft Justa Duchess B: S Greentree O: J Jay CCCA Ch & Gld Db Gd Ch & ACT Gd Ch Pokhara Chantilly Lace O/B: S Timmony CCCA Db Gd Ch & Dia Db Gd Ch Greencroft Hot I Am B: S Greentree O: J Jay CCCA Tr Gd Ch & Dia Db Gd Ch Greencroft Hot I Am B: S Greentree O: J Jay Nat Ch & CCCA Ruby Tr Gd Ch & Dia Db Gd Ch & ACT Slv TGC Pokhara One In A Million O/B: S Timmony

Ragdoll Ch Sempre Lady of Innocence O/B: H Scholte Gd Ch Sempre Lady Harriette O/B: H Scholte

Siberian CCCA DGC, ACT Dia TGC, ACF AOE BZ GL DB GD CH (NSW), & NSW CFA Dia Db Gd Ch Babuschka Zeus B: C & P Cootes O: T Stewart

GROUP 2

Oriental CCCA Tr Gd Ch & Dia Db Gd Ch Sinopia Zoila B: E Schofield & K Maikara O: R & R Campbell CCCA Ruby Tr Gd Ch & Dia Db Gd Ch Braeside Kimbriella O/B: T & F Jupp

Siamese Db Gd Ch Astraxalotte Ocean Wulf B: The Gallagher Family O: B Johnston

GROUP 3

Burmese Ch Norlyn Magic O/B: N & L Varney

Snowshoe Ch Skiboots Aurora B: Ms C Webb & Mrs L Webb O: K Smith

GROUP 4 Domestic Ch Valentina O: C Carter

15 NSW Cat Fanciers’ Association Inc. Stewards’ List - 2018

CLASSIFICATION SURNAME FIRST NAME PHONE ADDRESS Tutor BUCKLEY Mr Chris 4655 5362 22 Werombi St Camden 2570 Tutor CUMMING Mrs Margaret 4957 4471 4 Sketchley Pde New Lambton 2305 Tutor KINDRED Mrs Christine 0417 677367 PO Box 995 Wahroonga 2076 Tutor LINDBERG Mr Chris 6722 1711 PO Box 230 Inverell 2360 Tutor PRICE Mr Warren 9639 9663 8 Lomond Cres Winston Hills 2153 Tutor STEPHENS Mr Garry 4574 3192 1/112 Colonial Dr, Bligh Park 2756 Tutor THOMAS Mrs Debbie 4733 6521 [email protected] Tutor TSCHERNE Mrs Stephanie 4883 7184 34 Birriga Avenue Bundanoon 2578 Tutor YELLAND Mrs Sharyn 9622 8469 19 Stanley St Blacktown 2148 Accredited CAMERON Mrs Georgina 4621 3173 11 Osburn Pl St Helens Park 2560 Accredited CAMERON Miss Jessica 4621 2552 8 Spence Place St Helens Park 2560 Accredited DICKESON Mrs Jaen 6947 9403 P0 Box 837 Tumut 2720 Accredited DUNN Mr Ian 9153 6870 PO Box 195 Bexley 2207 Accredited FITZHENRY Mrs Julie 6563 1294 66 Sherwood Rd Aldavilla 2440 Accredited FITZHENRY Mr Paul 6563 1294 66 Sherwood Rd Aldavilla 2440 Accredited GERO Mrs Ruth 6554 4587 33 First Ridge Rd, Smiths Lake 2428 Accredited GREENTREE Mrs Suzette 4572 5800 6 Jenkyn Place Bligh Park 2756 Accredited GREENTREE Miss Joanne 0409 123 906 PO Box 47 Windsor 2756 Accredited GROOM Mrs Heidi 4577 7030 5 Freebody Close South Windsor 2756 Accredited LANE Mrs Annette 6652 8730 28 Greenlea Cres Coffs Harbour 2450 Accredited NOLDART Miss Reece 9663 1272 7/87-91 Doncaster Ave Kensington 2033 Accredited THWAITES Miss Lynne 6563 1294 66 Sherwood Rd Aldavilla 2440 Accredited TOMLINSON Mr Hugh 6962 6151 33 Watson Road Griffith 2680 Steward BRISLAND Toni [email protected] Steward BROWN Marcelle 4576 3476 816 Putty Rd East Kurrajong 2758 Steward CAMP Tracey [email protected] Steward CANNON Marianne [email protected] Steward GALLAGHER Lee 0407 042 900 14 Townhead Cres Singleton 2330 Steward GILL Lenita 0417 638 853 9 Keene St Baulkham Hills 2153 Steward GRAYSON Michelle [email protected] Steward KEEVERS Lyn 0429 170 942 [email protected] Steward MINARD Lyn 0400 282 303 7 Pemberton Blvd Lisarow 2250 Steward WHITE Mr Ben 9398 4998 [email protected] Probationary MEREDITH Keith 9602 6985 PO Box 138 The Northern Rd Bringelly 2556 Probationary DOUST Janet [email protected] Probationary GALLAGHER Charlotte [email protected] Probationary MARTIN Melanie [email protected] Probationary MCGRATH Cathy [email protected] Probationary OSBORNE Linda [email protected]

16 NSW Cat Fanciers’ Association Inc. 2018 Show Calendar

DATE CLUB PHONE SHOW TYPE APRIL 14 & 15 April Royal Bathurst Show 9153 6870 All Breed 21 April NSWCFA State Show 9834 6577 All Breed 28 & 29 April Coffs Harbour Show Society 6563 1294 All Breed 29 April Abyssinian Breeders Cat Club 9398 4998 Abyssinian/Somali MAY 5 May Armidale & New England Cat Club 6775 2050 All Breed 12 May MIA Cat Club 6962 6151 All Breed 19 May ACT Birman Show (1) All Breed 26 May Kempsey Kat Klub 6563 1294 All Breed JUNE 9 & 10 June ACF National – SA (2) 03 9754 2150 All Breed 16 June Federal Cat Club 6654 2000 All Breed 23 June ACT Longhair Show (1) All Breed JULY 1 July Southern Highlands Forest Cat Club 0402 050 520 All Breed 8 July Birman Cat Club 0402 050 520 Longhair 14 July Western Districts Cat Society 4574 3192 All Breed

21 & 22 July CCCA National – Qld (2) 9834 6577 All Breed 28 July Maclean Show Society 6645 1532 All Breed AUGUST 4621 2552/4883 4 August Ku–Ring–Gai/Longhair/Himalayan Cat Clubs 7184/9607 6674 Longhair 4 August Abyssinian Cat Club 6581 1713 Shorthair & Companion 18 August Newcastle & Hunter Valley Cat Club 4933 3375 All Breed 25 August Capital Cats/ACT Breeders (1) All Breed SEPTEMBER 1 September Branxton Wine Country Cat Club 4938 1911 All Breed 8 September ACT Forest Cat Club Show (1) All Breed 15 September NSW CFA Fundraiser Show 9834 6577 All Breed 22 September Temora Show Society 6973 1702 All Breed 29 September North Coast All Breeds Cat Club 6563 1294 All Breed OCTOBER 6 October Blue Point Siamese Society 6654 2000 All Breed 13 October Oriental Cat Club 4334 4955 All Breed 20 October North Coast Show Society – Lismore 6563 1294 All Breed NOVEMBER 3 November All Breeds Desexed Cat Club 0408 654 619 All Breed Desexed

NOTE (1) & (2) (ACT shows, ACF Nationals shows and CCCA National shows are not included in the NSW CFA COTY

17 NSW Cat Fanciers’ Association Inc. List of Affiliated Cat Clubs

Group Clubs Contact

Abyssinian and Somali Cat Club Mr M Sansom 42 Lincoln Road, Port Macquarie 2444 6581 1713

The Abyssinian Breeder Club of Australia Ms W Newton [email protected] 9398 4998

Blue Point Siamese Society Mrs M Camarsh 10 Palmer Road, Woolgoolga 2456 6654 2000

Ku-Ring-Gai Cat Club Ms D Cameron 8 Spence Place, St Helens Park 2560 4621 2552

Oriental Cat Club Mrs L Roberts 24 Lake Heights Road Lake Heights 2502

Silver Cat Club of Australia Miss L Osborne 246 McCaffrey Drive, Rankin Park 2287 4956 3310

The Birman Cat Club of Australia Ms M Grayson 9 Athel Tree Crescent, Bradbury 2560 0402 050 520

The Burmese Cat Society of Australasia Inc. Mrs S Thomas 56 Robinia Grove, Garden Suburb 2289 4920 7961

The Himalayan Cat Club Mrs H McManus 16 Tate Cres, Horningsea Park 2171 9607 6674

The Longhair Cat Association Mrs S Tscherne 34 Birriga Avenue,Bundanoon 2578 4883 7184

All Breeds Clubs & Societies Contact

All Breeds Desexed Cat Club of Australasia Mrs K Gill 9 Keene Street, Baulkham Hills 2153 0400 084 670

Armidale & New England Cat Club Mrs L Keevers PO Box 558 Armidale NSW 2350 6775 2050

Branxton Wine Country Cat Club Mrs D Wenham 412 Dalwood Rd Branxton NSW 2335 4938 1911

Federal Cat Club of Australasia Mrs M Camarsh 10 Palmer Road, Woolgoolga 2456 6654 2000

Kempsey Kat Klub Mrs J Fitzhenry 66 Sherwood Road, Aldavilla via Kempsey 2440 6563 1294

Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area Cat Club Mrs C Tomlinson 33 Watson Road, Griffith 2680 6962 6151

Newcastle and Hunter Valley Cat Club Mrs F Jupp 61 Curtin St, East Maitland 2323 4933 3375

North Coast All Breeds Cat Club Mrs J Fitzhenry 66 Sherwood Road, Aldavilla via Kempsey 2440 6563 1294 Southern Highlands Forest Cat & All Breeds Ms M Grayson 9 Athel Tree Crescent Bradbury 2560 0402 050 520 Club Tamworth & District Cat Club Mrs R Rogers 29 Dorothy Avenue, Kootingal 2352 6760 3639

Western Districts Cat Society Miss J Greentree PO Box 47 Windsor 2756 4574 3192

Affiliated Agricultural Societies Contact

Bathurst A H & P Association PO Box 92 Bathurst NSW 2795 9153 6870

Coffs Harbour Show Society PO Box 219 Coffs Harbour 2450 6563 1294

Goulburn AP & H Society Ms L Vahland PO Box 5052 Lyneham ACT 2602 0412 593 864

Maclean Show Society PO Box 175 Maclean NSW 2463 6645 1532

North Coast Show Society - Lismore Mrs J Fitzhenry 66 Sherwood Road, Aldavilla via Kempsey 2440 6563 1294

Temora Show Society Mrs E Swanston PO Box 32 Temora 2666 6973 1702

18 NSW Cat Fanciers’ Association Inc. Notices

Members NSW CFA There is one account only for direct deposits for Website Breeder Listings OFFICE PROCEDURES: Bank details: Commonwealth Bank 2018 RENEWAL FEES BSB: 062622 A/C: 10464356 Text Listing (approx 50 words) $26.00 Unless stated otherwise for specific shows or events, Pictures (saved as jpg files) $ 5.00 p/p please be advised this is the only NSW CFA banking Alteration to listing after renewal has been account. paid $10.00 When renewing annual memberships, members are New Listings (text & pic) or alterations are to be reminded to advise the office with their receipt emailed to the Office number, amount and date paid via email to confirm This is due by 31st December each year payment.

ALL PAPERWORK must be sent in to the office with proof of deposit being made within 48 hours and Associate members are most welcome to list their failure to comply with this simple procedure will result cattery details on the NSW CFA Website Breeders in direct deposits no longer being accepted. Pages

REMINDERS

 All services must be PREPAID and will not be accepted otherwise. Additional costs may be incurred if payment is not prepaid.

 When registering litters, it is the breeder’s responsibility to enter the Date of Service on the Litter Registra- tion Application

 Any articles or photos for the June journal need to send to the office by end of May

Advertising in Catching Up

Advertising All commercial and member advertising enquiries should be directed to: Joanne Greentree - [email protected] Full Page - $150 Half Page - $100 Quarter Page - $ 65 Cattery Cards - $ 60 per year

Notice to Advertisers The Trade Practices Act 1974 came into force on October 1st 1974.

It is the advertiser’s responsibility to ensure advertisements submitted for publication comply with the Act and that the provisions of the Act are strictly complied with. In cases of doubt, advertisers are asked to seek legal advice before submitting advertising material.

The Editorial Committee reserves the right to withhold publication of any material whatsoever. Views and opinions expressed in this journal are those of the correspondents and contributors concerned and are not necessarily those of the Editorial Committee, printers or publishers. Names and addresses of correspondents may be withdrawn from publication on request but must be supplied to the Editor.

Disputes From time to time, members refer matters to the NSW Cat Fanciers Association Inc (NSW CFA) when it is not appropriate.

For example, disputes between members in relation to the sale of cats are usually private matters to be determined by the contractual arrangements between members. Disputes on such matters should be resolved by the courts, not by NSWCFA.

Members are requested to refrain from referring matters to NSW CFA which are a private or domestic matter or which should be properly resolved by the Courts.

Members should be aware that the Consumer Claims Tribunal is available to resolve many disputes in the relation to the supply of goods to a consumer and NSWCFA recommends that matters that fall within the jurisdiction of that Tribunal and which cannot be resolved personally should be referred to that Tribunal.

NSW Cat Fanciers’ Association Inc. Scale of Fees (from 1st July 2016)

Du« 1" July 1/7 - 30/6 31/12 to 30/6 each y«ar NEW Half MEMBERSHIP NEW Yearly RENEWAL Single $74 $53 $58 Dual $95 $74 $79 Family $100 $79 $84 Junior $42 $29 $37 Pensioner/single $42 $29 $37 Pensioner/dual $58 $37 $53 Associate (persons over 18 years who do not reside in NSW) $47 $32 $37 Catching Up (journal) subscription (2 issues, non-members only) $37 $37 BREEDERS PREFIX Application for Registration of a Breeders Prefix $42 Application for annual renewal of Prefix (due 1 July each year) $21 Application for Transfer of a Breeders Prefix $21 AFFILIATED CLUB FEES New Members $215 Renewals - Both All Breeds Clubs and Specialist Clubs $142 LITTER REGISTRATION - Must be made within 4 months of the date of birth $11 KITTEN REGISTRATION Once the initial cost of the litter registration has been made the cost to register each kitten individually is 1 kitten from a litter $3 2 kittens from the same litter $6 3 kittens from the same litter $9 4 kittens from the same litter $13 5 kittens from the same litter $16 6 kittens from the same litter $19 >6 kittens from the same litter fee = Litter registration $10 00 + $19 00 + $3 00 for each kitten in excess of 6 Subsequent application for registration of a kitten (ie when a kitten from the same litter is already registered) Email Copy per one side of Certificate for each Certificate $6 Application within 12 months of birth • fee per kitten $14 Application after 12 months from birth and within 24 months - fee per kitten $35 (NB Kittens will not be registered after 24 months from the date of birth) Non-members Members APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF A COMPANION KITTEN/CAT $23 $15 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF A TRANSFER/LEASE Within 6 months of transfer $23.00 $12.00 $23 $12 After 6 months of transfer $46.00 $35.00 $46 $35 DUPLICATE REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE (Statutory Declaration to be submitted with application) $18 $18 RE-REGISTRATION of interstate or overseas cat (Onginal certified pedigree and registration to be submitted) [NOTE: after 6 months of transfer - a LATE FEE of $24.00 will apply) $24 Interstate At least one parent on database $37 $26 Neither parent on database $47 $37 Overseas At least one parent on database $74 $53 Neither parent on database $95 $74 INTERSTATE STUD CAT (Certified pedigree to be submitted) Breeder fee to record pedigree $26 CHAMPIONSHIP TITLES (Original Certificate of Registration to be submitted with application) CH, GD CH & DB GD CH Certificate & Registration update $26 $19 Bronze, Silver & Gold DB GD CH Certificate & Registration update $32 $26 Additional Charge for Ribbon (all title levels) $12 $12 AMENDED REGISTRATION (Original Certificate of Registration to be submitted with application) Colour (kittens under 9 months or cats over 9 months with Colour Change application) $18 $12 Sex Change (female to male or male to female) $18 $12 Neuter/Spay. Interstate Title. Microchip $12 $6 EXTENDED PEDIGREE Cat plus 5 generations $53 $47 Cat plus 8 generations $74 $68 CATTERY ITEMS lank Pedigree Forms $2 Stud Service Agreement Forms $2 Litter Record Book $7 Stud Service Record Book $7 Printout of cattery Stock(only applicable to the Breeder) $12 Contact the office for more information email: office@nswcfa asn au phone: 02 9834 6577 Note That All Charges Must be Prepaid Receipts Will be issued Only if Requested

Goulburn show 2018