Cat Fanciers' Association

Drumroll, Please! The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) is Elated to Reveal the Top 15 Pedigreed Cat Breeds That Had Everyone Purring in 2023!

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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CLEVELAND, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) holds a strong commitment to the preservation of pedigreed cat breeds.

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  • CLEVELAND, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) holds a strong commitment to the preservation of pedigreed cat breeds.
  • They are highly intelligent and sociable, making them an excellent choice for families who enjoy an interactive and affectionate pet.
  • The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) extends its profound appreciation to the preservation breeders for their steadfast commitment to the protection and conservation of their respective breeds.
  • For additional information on the pedigreed breeds recognized by CFA, please visit their official website at www.cfa.org .

Neogen®, Cat Fanciers' Association Collaborate to Advance Feline DNA Testing

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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LINCOLN, Neb., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Neogen Corporation (NASDAQ: NEOG) announced today that it is collaborating with the Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA), a leading authority in feline advocacy.

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  • LINCOLN, Neb., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Neogen Corporation (NASDAQ: NEOG) announced today that it is collaborating with the Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA), a leading authority in feline advocacy.
  • "We are excited about this relationship with the Cat Fanciers' Association," said Dr. Robert Westra, Associate Medical Director at Neogen.
  • "This strategic collaboration will not only advance feline DNA testing but also strengthen the bond between Neogen and the feline community.
  • The Cat Fanciers' Association, Inc., a not-for-profit association of member clubs and the world's most influential registry of pedigreed cats, has been preserving, celebrating, and protecting cats since 1906.

CFA International Cat Show and Expo Returns to Cleveland, Igniting Fun Feline Frenzy After a Four-Year Hiatus Due to COVID-19

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Friday, October 6, 2023
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CLEVELAND, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of the CFA International Cat Show and Expo to Cleveland after a four-year hiatus.

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  • CLEVELAND, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of the CFA International Cat Show and Expo to Cleveland after a four-year hiatus.
  • This year, CFA is adding a dash of celebrity sparkle with some of the biggest names in the feline world.
  • with Nathan the Cat Lady, Sterling "TrapKing" Davis, Trish Seifried of CatBoss.tv, Sunglass Cat, and more.
  • It's also for the cool cat lovers who want to showcase their feline knowledge and cat-obsessions on the Cat's Meow Mainstage.

Pet Care Community Pays Tribute to Rep. Kurt Schrader for Championing the Human-Animal Bond in Congress

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Monday, September 26, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), along with leading organizations in the pet care community presented Congressman Kurt Schrader (OR-5) with the "Human Animal Bond Lifetime Achievement Award" at Pet Night on Capitol Hill.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), along with leading organizations in the pet care community presented Congressman Kurt Schrader (OR-5) with the "Human Animal Bond Lifetime Achievement Award" at Pet Night on Capitol Hill.
  • Pet Night paid special tribute to Congressman Kurt Schrader (OR-5) with the "Human-Animal Bond Lifetime Achievement Award" to recognize his dedication to animal health and the human-animal bond.
  • Throughout his impressive career, Congressman Schrader, currently the only veterinarian in Congress, was instrumental in developing legislation to safeguard the integrated health of people and companion animals.
  • "On behalf of the entire pet care community, we are incredibly grateful for the dedication of Congressman Schrader and his staff to animal health and the human-animal bond," said Steven Feldman, President, HABRI.

The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) Takes The Lead in Massive Feline Rescue Operation

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Friday, March 11, 2022
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Throughout the operation, CFA helped change perceptions of the responsible pedigreed cat breeding community by educating animal welfare and rescue personnel about CFA's capabilities and dedication to the welfare of all cats.

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  • Throughout the operation, CFA helped change perceptions of the responsible pedigreed cat breeding community by educating animal welfare and rescue personnel about CFA's capabilities and dedication to the welfare of all cats.
  • The CFA Breed Rescue Program (CFA-BRP) and the CFA Breeder Assistance Program (CFA-BAP) were immediately mobilized.
  • These programs are the 501c3 "rescue arms" of The Cat Fanciers' Association.
  • Aid from CFA began with donations to Alpena Animal Control for cat care resources and staffing and continued with hands-on involvement from program volunteers.

What's Your Favorite Feline? CFA Reports the 10 Most Popular Breeds in the World

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Monday, February 14, 2022
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For the third consecutive year, the Ragdoll , a large, longhaired cat with a soft, plush coat, is number one.

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  • For the third consecutive year, the Ragdoll , a large, longhaired cat with a soft, plush coat, is number one.
  • First recognized an official breed by CFA in 1998, Ragdolls come in three distinctive patterns, all with intense blue eyes and a mellow disposition.
  • The largest of all pedigreed cats, these magnificent, shaggy-coated cats were first recognized by CFA in 1976, but their history goes back to Civil War days.
  • Founded in 1906, CFA is a not-for-profit association and the world's largest registry of pedigreed cats which proudly celebrates the human-feline bond.

CFA's "Cat Talk" Magazine Earns Top Awards From The Cat Writers' Association

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Tuesday, November 9, 2021
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ALLIANCE, Ohio, Nov. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Staff members of "Cat Talk" Magazine, the official magazine of The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA), earned high honors from the Cat Writers' Association at its annual awards ceremony, including a major achievement for the magazine itself.

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  • ALLIANCE, Ohio, Nov. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Staff members of "Cat Talk" Magazine, the official magazine of The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA), earned high honors from the Cat Writers' Association at its annual awards ceremony, including a major achievement for the magazine itself.
  • "Cat Talk" was the highest scoring in its category and earned the organization's Muse Medallion for best national publication.
  • The Cat Writers' Association is a worldwide association of writers and other creative professionals whose specialty is positively communicating about cats and their concerns to the general public.
  • The not for profit organization promotes education, responsible cat ownership and proper care to millions of cat owners around the world.

The Cat Fanciers' Association Reveals The Ten Most Popular Breeds For 2020

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Tuesday, February 16, 2021
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CLEVELAND, Feb. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cat Fanciers' Association, Inc. (CFA)the world's largest registry of pedigreed catshas tallied their worldwide registration statistics for 2020 to determine the most popular cat breeds.

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  • CLEVELAND, Feb. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cat Fanciers' Association, Inc. (CFA)the world's largest registry of pedigreed catshas tallied their worldwide registration statistics for 2020 to determine the most popular cat breeds.
  • CFA accepts 46 pedigreed breeds for registration, and registers companion cats and rescued non-pedigree cats under its Companion Cat World program.
  • Large and longhaired, with a soft, plush coat, the Ragdoll is noted for its intense blue eyes and mellow disposition.
  • In fourth place is the Persian , one of the most popular breeds around the world.

Cats Already Rule The Internet. Now, Cat Shows Do Too!

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Thursday, November 12, 2020
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That means now is the PURRFECT time to check out the fabulous multitude of cats competing for prizes on The Cat Fanciers' Association VCC web site!

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  • That means now is the PURRFECT time to check out the fabulous multitude of cats competing for prizes on The Cat Fanciers' Association VCC web site!
  • (vcc.cfa.org)
    VCC stands for Virtual Cat Competitionthe cat fancy's solution to self-reinvention in the midst of Covid-19 isolation.
  • Originally conceived to help promote the enormous variety of pedigreed cats to the public, VCCs have exploded in popularity as in-person cat shows vanished due to the pandemic.
  • Spectators can vote for their favorite cats and prizes go to the most popular cats.

The Cat Fanciers' Association Sponsors 2020 Online Kitten Conference & Offers Scholarships

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Wednesday, June 10, 2020
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The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) is proud to sponsor the 2020 Online Kitten Conference hosted by Community Cats Podcast and National Kitten Coalition on Friday, June 12 through Sunday, June 14th.

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  • The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) is proud to sponsor the 2020 Online Kitten Conference hosted by Community Cats Podcast and National Kitten Coalition on Friday, June 12 through Sunday, June 14th.
  • Scholarship recipients will be provided full access to the conference and all presentation recordings.
  • To sign up, just go to https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/product/online-kitten-conference-2020/
    Founded in 1906 as a not-for-profit association, The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) is the world's most recognized and respected feline preservationist in the world.
  • The National Kitten Coalition is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing survival rates of kittens.