the world's largest genetic registry of pedigreed cats.
What Makes TICA Different?
TICA truly is an international organization. Our organization has members and clubs
in Latin America, North America, Asia, Europe and Africa and continues to grow all
around the world.
TICA recognizes fifty-five breeds of
cats for championship competition - from the regal Siamese, exotic Bengal and
exquisite Persian, to newer breeds including the Savannah, Kurilian Bobtail and
Thai.
TICA also is the world's largest registry of
household pet cats and kittens. Household
pet cats and kittens adopted from shelters or rescued off the street, compete for
titles and international and regional awards, just like pedigreed cats.
But what makes TICA different for you?
TICA feels that cat shows should be fun for exhibitors and spectators alike. Our
motto is "Fabulous felines...fun...friendships". To learn what this means,
explore our website or visit a local TICA cat show. You will find TICA filled with
cat lovers just like you. We come from all professions. We are women, men, and kids.
We are cat breeders and animal rescuers. We are tireless champions for the welfare
of cats. We may speak different languages and enjoy different customs. But we have
one thing in common - we love cats!
Enjoy cats...make friends...and have fun!
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Wherever you are, you're in TICA's world!
Featured Breed: Ragdoll
The Ragdoll was TICA's second most registered cat in 2008 because these docile, large and affectionate cats respond well to children and other pets. First bred in 1960, most Ragdolls raised with children will tolerate being "lugged" around the house and are happy to be played with. Quiet, playful, placid, relaxed and very loving, the Ragdoll makes a wonderful house or apartment cat.
Ragdolls are one of the largest breeds of cats, and are slow to mature physically, obtaining full growth between 3 and 4 years of age. Altered adult males may reach 15 to 20 pounds; females will weigh about 5 pounds less. The Ragdoll's fur is rabbit-like, medium long with minimal shedding. Since Ragdolls are "pointed cats," they have beautiful blue eyes. They come in four patterns - color point, bicolor, mitted, and lynx (which means that tabby markings may be seen within any of the other three color patterns.)
To learn more about the Ragdoll click here.
