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Preventive Maintenance for a Smooth-Running Show

There are many things that can cause a cat show to experience interruptions or problems. However, many issues can also be nipped in the bud, before they become larger problems, by hands-on, proactive show management. This is, by no means, a complete list, but I hope it will be of great help.

Fashion and other Faux Paws AT THE CFA ANNUAL

As much as we would love to deny it, our wardrobe and ideas of haute couture have not always turned out the way they appeared in our dreams. Zippers either broke or got stuck in the sequins of the dress; heels on dress shoes decided to give up the ghost as we head out the door of the hotel room; the dress that was the perfect size last weekend when tried on suddenly needs a shoehorn to step into it. Arrgh! And then there's the makeup and hair challenge! Add missing accessories, and the list of potential formal dress disasters is endless!

Finding Kittens the Perfect Homes

Part Two - In our last issue, the criteria breeders should consider to find a perfect home for kittens were reviewed. Although there are many different thoughts on how to find that perfect home, readers contributed a great many similar suggestions. In this follow-up, I have edited some of those ideas to avoid repetition. It seems we all agree screening of buyers is critical and takes time. Most breeders emphasized that they would not sell kittens at shows to people they had not screened previously. They certainly would deliver at a show and get final paperwork signed there.

The Hows and Whys of Kitty Costume Contests

Videos of pets run rampant on social media. Most of us who are online regularly are not strangers to playing a video and seeing a canine decked out in the latest fashions or dressed to match their doting pet parents.

Decorating Your Show Hall On a Shoestring

Show budgets often come to a halt when it's time to consider decorations. We all know of shows that outdo themselves year after year (Cotton States comes to mind), but most shows do not have a lot of money to allocate to dressing up the show hall.

What You Don't Know About Lykoi

Full Moon or Not, the \"Werewolf\" Cat is Coming On Strong!

Saddle Thrombus (Blood Clots) in Cats

For those of you who have never heard of an “aortic thromboembolism,” sometimes called a “saddle thrombus,” it occurs “when a blood clot is dislodged and travels through the aorta, becoming lodged in a distant location.”1

Feline Lymphoma, Part 2

It is now three and a half years since my beloved Siamese, Polar, was diagnosed with renal lymphoma. After 15 months of treatments, countless trips back and forth from Long Island to the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary Hospital in Philadelphia, endless ultrasounds and follow-up visits, my warrior boy was declared not just in remission, but miraculously \"cured.\"

It's What's Left That Counts Amputation in Cats

Many years ago, amputation for cats was never done, because people thought it was cruel“ said Dr. Bridget Brooke, VMD, owner/ senior veterinarian at My Pet’s Vet, Huntington, NY. “Now, it’s done all the time, because the cats do so well.” Brooke, a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary School who has been practicing for over 30 years, has performed countless amputations with excellent results.

Paws for Royalty

As the world watched the first coronation of a British monarch in 70 years, royal historians, journalists, and casual observers alike were writing about the events. We cat fanciers are just as interested, as royal pets, past and present, have been documented and photographed.

Groomed to Purr-fection

The Professional Approach to Getting Cats CLEAN

75 Years With the Grande Old Breed

It’s one of the oldest breeds in the world, but Highland cattle have become one of the new favorites with today’s hobby farmers.

Pick a Performance Prospect That Fits

TOP TRAINERS CASEY DEARY AND CLAYTON EDSALL OFFER 10 TIPS TO FIND THE RIGHT HORSE TO HELP YOU TO SHOW PEN SUCCESS.

Ranch Riding Strategy

Take the time to plan and strategize before you go show for the best outcome.

Build A Better Bond With Your Horse

Improve your relationship with your horse by understanding how horses respond to human interaction.

Less is More

Riding in fewer classes at an all-day horse show has many benefits for both horse and rider.

Checking In With Your Horse

It's easy to throw your leg over your horse and start cruising around the arena in autopilot while you warm up. But is that what you should be doing?

Growing Up Western

INSPIRED RIDER

COOL OFF IN THE CASCADES

Head to a tidy horse camp in Oregon’s Cascade Mountain Range for cool summer rides among mysterious lava outcroppings and hidden springs.

Things Take Time

Are you an overachiever with serious goals in mind? Learn why working harder and longer isn’t always better for your horse.

Pressure and Release

Listen to your young rider, and put your own feelings aside. Pushing too hard can drive them away from horses. Timing is everything, just like with your horse.

Nix Lazy Leading

Letting your horse slog along behind you can cause other problems. Fix it early to maintain your horse's responsiveness and respect.

Through the Eyes of Leroy

When their new horse started displaying strange behavior, owners Mike and Kris Stevens made it their mission to get to the bottom of the mystery. Now, the sorrel gelding rides in style with a pair of goggles that allow him to see the world without pain.

Q&A WITH Fallon Taylor

After being bullied as a child and a devastating riding accident, Fallon Taylor rose to the top of the rodeo world

PONY OF THE AMERICAS

This flashy pony excels in any arena

Podcaster & Author

Abriana Johnson followed an unlikely path from dreams of becoming a veterinarian to creating content in print and over the airwaves

POSTING DIAGONALS

In versatility ranch horse competitions, you can boost your score by posting during the extended trot

SHOW OFF YOUR CONFIDENCE

By focusing on these five areas, you can help emcee show nerves and show off you and your horse’s best

PACKING FOR A HORSE SHOW

You'll never forget a thing after preparing with these checklists

Cool as a Popsicle

Help your horse beat the heat with these yummy popsicles