TICA NEWSLETTER SEPTEMBER 2026
Hosted by Austin Cat Fanciers, you only have FOUR more days to get those 2025-
2026 South Central Regional Awards Banquet reservations to Priscilla. Reservations close
September 25, 2026.
Banquet contact is Priscilla Kohutek....For details call/text Priscilla
at 210 863 7730 or email at [email protected]
The official minutes from the 2026 Annual Board Meeting have now been
published. Great opportunity to read about your TICA Board in action, decisions
made and discussions that were held prior to those decisions. Take a read-surely,
there are topics of interest to you! Short notes below, discussions including
financials, marketing and other will be part of the links.
2026 South Central Regional Awards Banquet reservations to Priscilla. Reservations close
September 25, 2026.
Banquet contact is Priscilla Kohutek....For details call/text Priscilla
at 210 863 7730 or email at [email protected]
The official minutes from the 2026 Annual Board Meeting have now been
published. Great opportunity to read about your TICA Board in action, decisions
made and discussions that were held prior to those decisions. Take a read-surely,
there are topics of interest to you! Short notes below, discussions including
financials, marketing and other will be part of the links.
Read the Minutes here.
.TICA Annual Meeting 2026
.TICA Annual Meeting 2026
Add By-law 18.3 & Amend 17.1.1. - Chief Compliance Officer – no action
Amend By-law 17.1.1.3 & 17.3.1 – Accountability – no action
Amend By-law 18.2.4 - Compliance with International laws – no action
Show Rules (accepted proposals will go to the membership for a vote)
Add Show Rule 21.76 and amend 24.2, 24.3 – Placeholders – accepted
Add Show Rules 21.76 and amend 24.3, 24.4 - Waiting lists – accepted
Amend Show Rule 22.1.2 Show Dates Approval
Amend Show Rule 212.3.1 - AB Kitten Classes – not accepted
Amend Show Rule 216.12.4 - Tail faults – accepted by unanimous consent
Amend Show Rule Article 17 and Clerking Program 54.2.6.5 Judges’ Books (signing) – accepted
by unanimous consent
Standing Rules
Amend Standing Rules 601.1, 601.2.2 and 901.4.3 - HHPK Scoring – withdrawn.
Amend Standing Rules 601.2.12, 601.2.13 - Kittens scoring duration – not accepted
Amend Standing Rule 901.4.3.2 - Eligibility for awards – withdrawn
UCD
Amend UCD 74.3.7, 75.7 Tables - Corin Updates – referred back to the Genetics Committee for
further work
Follow up report
Genetic data on TICA’s pedigrees: the project is safely on its way.
China: report by Jericho, the associative director for Asia West.
Approval NGO is in progress, we are making good progress!
EO Update
TOES : platform migration to update the software is complete. Testing is underway. Look and
feel is the same as the current version.
Next big step: two API integrations TOES / TFMS to export catalog data & show app results
(scoring project).
Alerting using the show app during the show will be tested at the annual.
TFMS :
High priority on the TOES / TFMS integration to transfer the show data (scoring project).
Fee Increase Report
Background Check Policy report
Motion to accept the Background Check Policy as written : 8 yes / 7 no’s
Discussion on Clarification regarding the use of hormonal implants in show cats
Club Charter Officers Notifications
Pedigree Fraud
Update on the 2027 Annual – IPICac, Southern California (SW).
Update on the 20208 Annual – Blue Danube Cat Club –Slovenia (ES)
Proposal(s) for the 2029 Annual – SC Region
Amend By-law 17.1.1.3 & 17.3.1 – Accountability – no action
Amend By-law 18.2.4 - Compliance with International laws – no action
Show Rules (accepted proposals will go to the membership for a vote)
Add Show Rule 21.76 and amend 24.2, 24.3 – Placeholders – accepted
Add Show Rules 21.76 and amend 24.3, 24.4 - Waiting lists – accepted
Amend Show Rule 22.1.2 Show Dates Approval
Amend Show Rule 212.3.1 - AB Kitten Classes – not accepted
Amend Show Rule 216.12.4 - Tail faults – accepted by unanimous consent
Amend Show Rule Article 17 and Clerking Program 54.2.6.5 Judges’ Books (signing) – accepted
by unanimous consent
Standing Rules
Amend Standing Rules 601.1, 601.2.2 and 901.4.3 - HHPK Scoring – withdrawn.
Amend Standing Rules 601.2.12, 601.2.13 - Kittens scoring duration – not accepted
Amend Standing Rule 901.4.3.2 - Eligibility for awards – withdrawn
UCD
Amend UCD 74.3.7, 75.7 Tables - Corin Updates – referred back to the Genetics Committee for
further work
Follow up report
Genetic data on TICA’s pedigrees: the project is safely on its way.
China: report by Jericho, the associative director for Asia West.
Approval NGO is in progress, we are making good progress!
EO Update
TOES : platform migration to update the software is complete. Testing is underway. Look and
feel is the same as the current version.
Next big step: two API integrations TOES / TFMS to export catalog data & show app results
(scoring project).
Alerting using the show app during the show will be tested at the annual.
TFMS :
High priority on the TOES / TFMS integration to transfer the show data (scoring project).
Fee Increase Report
Background Check Policy report
Motion to accept the Background Check Policy as written : 8 yes / 7 no’s
Discussion on Clarification regarding the use of hormonal implants in show cats
Club Charter Officers Notifications
Pedigree Fraud
Update on the 2027 Annual – IPICac, Southern California (SW).
Update on the 20208 Annual – Blue Danube Cat Club –Slovenia (ES)
Proposal(s) for the 2029 Annual – SC Region
Due to a lot of hard work by Denise Spraker, Colorado has been
awarded the 50th Year TICA Anniversary Annual Awards meetings,
show and banquet show in Colorado. Very exciting!
awarded the 50th Year TICA Anniversary Annual Awards meetings,
show and banquet show in Colorado. Very exciting!
The 2026 TICA Ballot will be sent to eligible TICA members via email on or
before October 31st. This year, the election will include candidates for
President, Vice President, Breed Councils and Proposals.
Paper ballots can be requested to the Executive Office by eligible TICA
Members at election open, 30 days prior to ballot count and received by the
election company by close.
To view the candidates, please head to TICA Ballots and Elections.
before October 31st. This year, the election will include candidates for
President, Vice President, Breed Councils and Proposals.
Paper ballots can be requested to the Executive Office by eligible TICA
Members at election open, 30 days prior to ballot count and received by the
election company by close.
To view the candidates, please head to TICA Ballots and Elections.
The 2026 Annual in Mississauga, Ontario was a success—wonderful venue,
elegant banquet, important TICA Board and Judging committee meetings plus
terrific education.
elegant banquet, important TICA Board and Judging committee meetings plus
terrific education.
Want to see the TICA Annual Awards Banquet?
South Central Show Calendar
(Shows are linked below)
REGIONAL October 10-11 Temple Texas, Austin Cat Fanciers
October 31 November 1 Longmont Colorado, Garden of the Cats
November 7-8 Tlalnepantla Estado De Mexico, TicadeMexico
November 15th Denver Colorado, Yellow Rose Cat Club
December 5-6 Fort Worth Texas, Metroplex Meows Cat Club
January 8-10 Corpus Christi Texas, The International Feline Showcase
(Shows are linked below)
REGIONAL October 10-11 Temple Texas, Austin Cat Fanciers
October 31 November 1 Longmont Colorado, Garden of the Cats
November 7-8 Tlalnepantla Estado De Mexico, TicadeMexico
November 15th Denver Colorado, Yellow Rose Cat Club
December 5-6 Fort Worth Texas, Metroplex Meows Cat Club
January 8-10 Corpus Christi Texas, The International Feline Showcase
TICA NEWSLETTER JUNE 2026
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The list of SC Regional Winners is in the verification process by Dorothy and official award letters should be on way shortly! CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL!
Austin Cat Fanciers will be hosting the South Central Regional Awards Show and Banquet on October 10-11, 2026 in Temple, Texas. "Day of the Dead" is the show theme and the show is open awaiting your entries! Banquet information including the purrfect theme to come. Speaking of the Regional Banquet, the numerous Personality of the Year awards will be presented. Voting is now open for your submissions. Head to www.ticasouthcentral.com to vote. Have you made plans to attend the BIG show and party of the year? Entries are open and banquet set for the Annual Awards Show and Banquet hosted by CPE Cat Club on September 5-6, 2026 in Ontario, Canada. 14 rings of elite judges, a stellar marketplace and a banquet full of splendour. https://tica2026.com/ The 2026 Ballot is officially on the horizon, and we're inviting passionate members to step forward as candidates for President, Vice-President, and Breed Committee positions. Filing period started June 1st and ends July 31st. Head here for information on how to file, fees and more. Ballots & Elections-TICA-The International Cat Association. The Android version of the Cat Show App, version 1.0.7 has been updated. There are no functionality changes; and was required security and software updates s by the Google Play store only. There is no update required for the iOS version of the App. The Spring Meeting May 14-17th Minutes have ben posted. For further details/agenda etc please visit TICA-2026-Spring-Meeting-Minutes.pdf Short notes- China/AW moved to associate region/Jeff Shi later resigned See Appendix on TICA site for Media, Financials and Executive Office Reports HHP Committee Eligibility- Passed and will be on 2026 Membership Ballot Proposals regarding use of AI in Tests- No Action. Biting and Placeholders/Waitlists sent back to Rules- No Action Proposal regarding Catalogues was approved and will be on 2026 Membership Ballot Proposal regarding Suspension List passed and will be on 2026 Membership Ballot No Action on Use of AI in regards to Clerking Program Proposal to enable Judge Trainees host Junior Exhibitor ring-Denied Isolated Areas Updated- Passed Amend Advisory Standing Committees- Denied |
TICA Newsletter April 2026
Only a couple days left to enter the last South Central Show of the 2025-2026 Season! Plan on a season ending Pawhide Cat Show hosted by KansasKatz! Click on below for more information and to get those cuties in!
Looking ahead to the 2026-2027 season! This is what we see on the South Central horizon to end out 2026
June 6-7 Rosenberg, TX
June 20-21 Aurora, CO
July 25 Colorado Springs, CO
August 1-2 Queretaro, Mexico
September 12-13 Wichita, KS
October 10-11 Temple Texas REGIONAL
October 31, November 1 Longmont, CO
November 6-8 Estado De Mexico, Mexico
November 15 Denver CO
December 5-6 Fort Worth, TX
June 6-7 Rosenberg, TX
June 20-21 Aurora, CO
July 25 Colorado Springs, CO
August 1-2 Queretaro, Mexico
September 12-13 Wichita, KS
October 10-11 Temple Texas REGIONAL
October 31, November 1 Longmont, CO
November 6-8 Estado De Mexico, Mexico
November 15 Denver CO
December 5-6 Fort Worth, TX
Upcoming Deadlines:
May 1st
Membership Dues
Club Charter Renewal
May 7th Scoring Corrections to EO
Annual Board Meeting (September 2-4, 2026 in Canada)
Changes to standards: Proposals must be received by Rules and Genetics Committee by May 5, 2026
Changes to rules or policies: Proposals must be received by Rules committee by June 4, 2026
Filing Period for TICA President, Vice President and Breed Committees
June 1st-July 31st, 2026
May 1st
Membership Dues
Club Charter Renewal
May 7th Scoring Corrections to EO
Annual Board Meeting (September 2-4, 2026 in Canada)
Changes to standards: Proposals must be received by Rules and Genetics Committee by May 5, 2026
Changes to rules or policies: Proposals must be received by Rules committee by June 4, 2026
Filing Period for TICA President, Vice President and Breed Committees
June 1st-July 31st, 2026
Spring Board Meeting Houston Texas May 14-17th, 2026
The agenda has been posted so now is a great time to review and give feedback to Jim. Many different topics will be covered—-votes taken (if applicable), let him know your thoughts! Click HERE to view!
The agenda has been posted so now is a great time to review and give feedback to Jim. Many different topics will be covered—-votes taken (if applicable), let him know your thoughts! Click HERE to view!
Words of wisdom from a friend…
The cat fancy is built on passion—people who love their breeds, who devote endless time, care, and resources to the preservation and exhibition of pedigreed cats. For many, showing cats is a labor of love that brings friendship, mentorship, and pride. Yet, despite the beauty and camaraderie the fancy can offer, too many dedicated breeders and exhibitors quietly step away. The reason is often not the competition itself—but the behavior that surrounds it.
Bad sportsmanship is one of the most disheartening forces driving people out of the cat fancy. When competition becomes personal rather than purposeful, the joy of participation fades. Gossip, negativity, cliques, and jealousy can poison what should be a shared celebration of excellence. Exhibitors who should be allies in preservation sometimes become adversaries, turning the show hall from a place of learning and respect into one of judgment and division.
For newcomers, this environment can be especially discouraging. Many enter the fancy eager to learn, only to find that guidance and mentorship are replaced by criticism or exclusion. For long-time breeders, sustained hostility or disrespect can erode years of dedication. When the human side of the fancy overshadows the cats themselves, people lose heart—and with them, the sport loses valuable knowledge, experience, and passion.
At its best, the cat fancy is a community that celebrates shared goals: breeding for health, beauty, and temperament; protecting rare breeds; and educating the public about responsible ownership. But these ideals can only flourish where sportsmanship, respect, and integrity prevail. The strength of the fancy depends not just on the quality of the cats, but on the character of the people who breed, show, and support them.
To preserve the future of the cat fancy, its members must remember that success is not measured only by wins or titles, but by how we treat one another along the way. Encouragement, honesty, and kindness are as vital to the health of our community as genetic diversity is to the breeds we protect.
Please remember these words at the next show you attend.
Jim
The cat fancy is built on passion—people who love their breeds, who devote endless time, care, and resources to the preservation and exhibition of pedigreed cats. For many, showing cats is a labor of love that brings friendship, mentorship, and pride. Yet, despite the beauty and camaraderie the fancy can offer, too many dedicated breeders and exhibitors quietly step away. The reason is often not the competition itself—but the behavior that surrounds it.
Bad sportsmanship is one of the most disheartening forces driving people out of the cat fancy. When competition becomes personal rather than purposeful, the joy of participation fades. Gossip, negativity, cliques, and jealousy can poison what should be a shared celebration of excellence. Exhibitors who should be allies in preservation sometimes become adversaries, turning the show hall from a place of learning and respect into one of judgment and division.
For newcomers, this environment can be especially discouraging. Many enter the fancy eager to learn, only to find that guidance and mentorship are replaced by criticism or exclusion. For long-time breeders, sustained hostility or disrespect can erode years of dedication. When the human side of the fancy overshadows the cats themselves, people lose heart—and with them, the sport loses valuable knowledge, experience, and passion.
At its best, the cat fancy is a community that celebrates shared goals: breeding for health, beauty, and temperament; protecting rare breeds; and educating the public about responsible ownership. But these ideals can only flourish where sportsmanship, respect, and integrity prevail. The strength of the fancy depends not just on the quality of the cats, but on the character of the people who breed, show, and support them.
To preserve the future of the cat fancy, its members must remember that success is not measured only by wins or titles, but by how we treat one another along the way. Encouragement, honesty, and kindness are as vital to the health of our community as genetic diversity is to the breeds we protect.
Please remember these words at the next show you attend.
Jim