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What does it mean for a cat to be TICA registered?
The International Cat Association
The International Cat Association® (TICA®) is the world’s largest genetic registry of pedigreed cats, the largest registry of household pet cats and kittens.
Can I register my cat with Tica?
Register a neuter or spay household pet with TICA. IMPORTANT: You MUST send cats and cattery registration requests at the same time to be eligible for this discount! Pay in advance and save, to have your cat’s titles automatically mailed to you as they are earned.
How do I find my cats pedigree?
For the review purposes only, the pedigree information may be obtained from the breeder of the cat or from the association in which the cat is now registered. The pedigree must include cat names, registration numbers and colors (or breed/color codes) for all cats in the pedigree.
How many litters can a cat have Tica?
If the cat is pregnant, the gestation period is around 2 months, so she can give birth to up to five litters per year.
Is there a cat equivalent of the Kennel Club?
What is the cat equivalent? The closest match to a Kennel Club for cats is not, as you might expect, called The Cattery Club, but is actually The Governing Council of the Cat Fancy (GCCF). The GCCF was established in 1910 and is an independent body made up of multiple smaller pedigree cat ‘clubs’ which become members.
Is it worth buying a pedigree cat?
In general, pedigree cats are more affectionate and friendlier than moggies. Pedigree cats or kittens can be very expensive but it is important to realise that it can sometimes be worth spending the money, and this cost is relatively low compared to the annual upkeep of a cat.
What breed is a GREY cat?
Grey commonly arises in a plethora of other cat breeds, including the following: Persian (the Blue Persian, specifically) Oriental Shorthair. Norwegian Forest Cat.
How many litters can a cat have before it dies?
On average, a cat can have three litters of kittens per year with four kittens per litter. Female cats can reproduce basically throughout their entire life meaning they can have kittens for 12-15 years. That means one female cat could possibly have 180 kittens in a lifetime.