Registration & Show Rules

 

Every Pet owner of Breed or House cats with the following types can participate:

 

Category's are:

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1) Long hair – 2) Short hair – 3) Kitten: male & female 3 - 6 month

Pedigree & Non Pedigree can participate – Neutered cats can also participate

 

Winners per category:

 

Best of Group – 1st – 2nd and 3rd Places

Special prizes as per Judges priorities

 

Winners of each Category will be eligible to participate in Best in Show Competitions

 

Best of Best = Place 1 + runner up Place 2 ( Best opposite Sex)

Best male & female castrate, 3) Best House Cat

These cats are competing against each other without separation of colour or sex

Veterinary Rules:

Each cat has to have rabies vaccination a minimum of 4 weeks before the exhibition , and not later than 12 month on the exhibition day. Additional vaccination against Panleukopaenia (contagious disease),Herpesvirus, Calcivirus.

How to register:

You can register by completing the registration form in this website or at the Venue before the show.

Payments can be made via Cash / Cheque / Bank Transfer.

 

Registration Fee:

Registration fee for 1 Cat: AED. 100 /-

 

 

Important:
 

Cats have to be carried in suitable Cat Carriages.

They should be handled only during grooming or judging time.

The Owner should be able to carry and present their cat in proper procedure.

Any behavior from the owner in a hurting manner will cause disqualification to the owner

The Cat should be well groomed.

Time: Entry at 3:00 PM. Judging starts at: 4:00 PM.

 

Judges decision will be final.


Further inquiries, contact the us via email: petmemagazine@gmail.com or +971 52 5656440

Pet owners are responsible for their pet cats throughout the exhibition and the organizers will not be responsible for the participating animals.

 

About Arabian Cat Association

 

 

 

The ARABIAN CAT ASSOCIATION is a society formed to interact with Cat owners, Breeders and Cat Lovers in the Middle East, to achieve the following:

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• To bring together Cat owners, Cat Breeders and Cat Lovers in the Middle East under one banner to look after the affairs of Cats, as per international norms.

• To educate Cat owners, Cat Breeders and Cat Lovers in the Middle East, the right ways and methods accepted by International Cat organizations.

• To conduct Exhibitions, Competitions, Meetings and seminars in the Middle East.

• To issue Certification of breed and Pedigree of Cats.

• To support activities for the betterment of the Cat population.

• To stop cruelty towards the stray Cats and

• o bring an awareness among people regarding all aspects about Cats.

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The ACA will is managed by a Governing Body consisting of Professional Feline experts.

 

The ARABIAN CAT ASSOCIATION has been conducting International Cat Shows in the Middle East. Currently the International Cat shows are conducted along with the Pet Festivals with recognized judges. So far we have conducted many Cat Shows and in the UAE. ACA will also hold National and Specialty Cat Shows throughout the year for the benefit of the members.  ACA will also provide Judges Courses for those who wish to become Judges.

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Apart from these the ACA members can avail various offers and Discounts from Veterinary Clinics, Pet Shops and Pet related services in the UAE.

 

We invite you to join the ARABIAN CAT ASSOCIATION.

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MEMBERSHIP TYPES:

 

1. General Member:

 

Cat owners and Cat Lovers in the Middle East

Annual Fee: AED. 350 /-

 

2. Professional Member:

 

Veterinary Professionals, Cat Behaviorists, Cat Sitters etc

Annual Fee: AED. 500 /-

 

3. Breeders:

 

Professional and Hobby Breeders

Annual Fee: AED. 1000 /-

 

4. Cattery & Clubs:

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Cat Clubs / Associations & Cattery

Annual Fee: AED. 1000 /-

 

5. Organizations & Businesses:

 

Businesses catering for Cats & Pets, Veterinary Hospitals & Clinics, Veterinary Products Manufacturers and Suppliers.

Annual Fee: AED. 500 /-

 

All members will receive renewable membership cards.

 

Benefits of Membership

 

General Members / Professional members:

 

By joining the ACA, the Cat Owners, Cat loving individuals, Cat Professionals, will become the part of an esteemed network dedicated to the welfare of Cats, in the UAE.

 

Their membership will entitle them to participate in Cat Shows / Competitions held locally and internationally.

 

They will be informed about various events related to Cat ownership and shows in the UAE and internationally.

 

Assistance provided in selecting the best of breeds, breeders, trainers, veterinarians, cattery etc.

 

Assistance provided in export / import and transportation of Cats.

 

Certification of Breeds and Pedigree

 

Training sessions and seminars arranged with international organizations and Dog experts to benefit the members.

 

Breeders:

 

Professional and Hobby Breeders who join the ACA will benefit to receive education and assistance to Cat breeding as per international standards. Accessibility to international Breeders, local experts and renowned Cat whisperers, will bring about quality and harmony in Cat breeding standards in the UAE.

 

The members can get Pedigree certification for their puppies from Cats registered with the ACA. They can also have authentication of the breed if the Cat does not have relevant papers to prove the breed, (subject to following ACA’s checking procedures)

 

Assistance provided in selecting the best of breeds, breeders, trainers, veterinarians, kennels etc.  Assistance provided in export / import and transportation of Cats.

 

Training sessions and seminars arranged with international organizations and Cat experts to benefit the members.

 

Catteries & Clubs:

 

The membership in ACA will provide the Cat Clubs / Associations & Catteries, with the opportunity to elevate themselves to international standards of boarding and care of Cats. They can receive guidelines, assistance and support to improve and maintain the quality and standards of organization.

 

Evaluation and Certification process processes followed by the ACA will benefit them to receive acceptance and trust from their associates and clients.

 

Their membership will entitle them to participate in Cat Shows / Competitions held locally and internationally.

 

Organizations & Businesses:

 

Businesses catering for Cats & Pets, Veterinary Hospitals & Clinics, Veterinary Products Manufacturers and Suppliers who wanted to join the ACA will be enrolled only after evaluation of their products, businesses or practices, by the ACA’s Governing body.

 

Members will be listed in ACA’s “Recommended for Members” category.

 

Veterinarians and Professionals could also be selected to the ACA’s Technical Committee for various purposes.

 

Evaluation and Certification process processes followed by the ACA will benefit them to receive acceptance and trust from their customers or clients.

 

They will also benefit from the association with the ACA’s member Network to improve

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