Cat Talk - December 2023

In this issue

we celebrate the holidays with our cats. Also: a breeder's account of how her trip to Russia to import a cat also changed her perspective of the country, how to stay safe on the road with your cat, toxoplasmosis, and we look at what you don't know about Exotics.

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.

3 mins

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.

10+ mins

Paws-itive Impressions

HG HNW Doctor Pepper as told to Theresa Gleason

4 mins

Toxoplasmosis in Cats

Stay Away From the Cat Poop and No One Gets Hurt

10 mins

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.

2 mins

UP CLOSE AND Purr-sonal

ERIC SIMPSON PERSIAN BREEDER AND DAYLILY EXPERT

2 mins

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.

4 mins

What You Don't Know About Exotics

Imagine a Persian in its PJs

5 mins

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Cat Talk Magazine Description:

The official publication of the Cat Fanciers' Association, Inc.
Information about pedigreed cats; CFA cat shows; cat health, welfare, and well-being; and cats in our culture. Published bi-monthly - 6 issue per year.