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CATCLUBNEWSUKApri l 2012 ISSUE 13
NEWSLETTER OF FELIS BRITANNICA - THE FEDERATION OF CAT CLUBS REPRESENTING FIFE IN THE UK
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CATCLUBNEWSUKNEWSLETTER OF FELIS BRITANNICA - THE FEDERATION OF CAT CLUBS REPRESENTING FIFE IN THE UK
Welcome!Winners of the Swindon ShowWelcome to the April edition of the Felis Britannica Newsletter.We start with the winners from the recent Aristocats Cat Clubshow which was held in Swindon on March 31st and April 1st Many people had asked that Felis Britannica put on shows inareas other than the Midlands and South East and with this inmind, the Aristocats chose Swindon which is more West andSouth than FB shows have been, in the past couple of years.
The good news is that it did generate interest from new exhibitors and there was a good turnout of newbies all of whom were given a warm welcome and allocated a “buddy” to help them through the days showing as it can be confusing for people used to other formats.
As usual, Josie Hughes had done a Welcome pack for all new exhibitors which was well received by all and included a guide to the show classes and an explanation of how the day would run for them.
Whilst is was great to see some old friends from around the area who hadn’t been to a show for a while and to welcome new people to our shows, the entry was a little disappointing from the more regular exhibitors who perhaps thought it was too far to travel from their normal show haunts.
The Judges for the show were:
Angelika Kneifel (Germany)
Francois Millcent (France)
To re affirm that our system ofjudging is robust and fair and thatif you have a good cat, it will win,the overall Best of the Best on theSunday was won by a person attheir very first FB show. Well done to Olga Reut.
Stephane Bernard (France)
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Winners Saturday March 31st
Winners Sunday April 1st
And so to the winners of the show.Many congratulations to all the winners. Space limits us to the main category winners but full details can befound on the Felis Britannica facebook page along with more pictures. Once the results have been checkedand verified, they will be updated to the Felis Britannica web site at www.felisbritannica.org
Best in Category II & Overall Best of the Best
Tiganlea Earl Xylander Norwegian Forest Cat
Best in Category III
Thickthorn Witch HazelOcicat
Yushi of Puddhas Palace
Tiganlea Earl Xylander Thickthorn Witch Hazel
New Breed/Variety
Yushi of Puddhas PalaceTibetan
Tiganlea Duke SwayzeUltrvela Menta First Volex
Best in Category III & Overall Best of the Best
Ultrvela Menta First Volex British Shorthair
Best in Category II
Tiganlea Duke SwayzeNorwegian Forest Cat
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Meet the Team I first became involved with cats in 1973 when my husband boughtmy first Pedigree Cat
A Burmese of course, from Pat Brownsell – Patriarca Cats. Thatwas the start of it all. My first show with this little blue tortie wasThe Norfolk and Norwich, where we attained 2nd in our OpenClass, but my beloved Household Pet ‘Snowy’ went on to get first inall her classes that was it I was hooked. I owned Britain’s first RedBurmese Grand Champion ‘Grand Champion Patriarca Perdita’ inOctober 1980 Purdy gained her third Grand certificate at theMerseyside show on the same day as my cream boy received histhird CC Champion Wendele Warlock, there was no holding meback now. I, along with Pat Brownsell, became quite involved atthis time in the red and Cream Burmese breeding programme. Myson Mark became involved in showing under the prefix of Tanmar,and it was one of his girls owned by Miranda von Kirschberg thatstarted the Burmilla programme. I was at this time working as aVeterinary nurse in Braintree, Essex.
I then became involved for many years with the Burmese Cat Club,holding various offices.
Over the years I have owned and bred Burmese, Cornish Rex,Abyssinian, and Bengals.
I was one of the initial members along with Pat Brownsell of TheCat Association which was started by Angela Saywer.
I ran a very large show in the late 80’s at Towerlands EquestrianCentre in Braintree where we had record entries.
In 1985 we moved to Spain and I came out of cats for a fewyears. I then joined ASFE, FIFE in Spain and commenced showingall over Spain and Europe. I am also a member of TICA and WCF.
I moved back to the UK in November 2009, bringing with me 6Bengals and 6 Burmese over the following 6 months as their PetPassports were ready.
Chezz Comply or DieRumtumtugger Maran Jammali
Best in Category IV
Chezz Comply or DieOriental Shorthair
Wendy E. Chapman – Executive Committee
As part of the Meet the Team feature,here are a couple more Biographiesand pictures of the ExecutiveCommittee and show team.Wendy E. ChapmanExecutive Committee
New breed/Variety
Rumtumtugger Maran JammaliAustralian Mist
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Frank MandixI have bred Ocicats since 2007. I am a regular exhibitor at FIFeshows though I also have experience with showing in TICA andnaturarally aknowledge of GCCF shows. The Ocicat is a rare breedand I am used to working with breeders from other countries. Eversince I got my first Ocicat I have been involved with the Cat Fancyand followed breeder courses. I am currently a member of the The Aristocats Cat Club, DanskOcicat Klub, The Ocicat Club UK and Ocicats of Scandinavia. Organisational Experience in the Cat Fancy I have been on the board of Dansk Ocicat Klub,whichis a specialbreed club, as treasurer and webmaster. I have also been on thecommittee of Racekatten that is a full member of Felis Danica. InRacekatten I was the webmaster and assistant treasurer.I have been involved in organising catshows and have been aregular steward in several countries. I was co-opted as VicePresident on the EC meeting12th April 2011. Following the formerPresident John Cunningham’s resignation on 7th December. I havebeen the Acting President for Felis Britannica.Work experience Most of my life I have worked with Information Technology indifferent positions ranging from Programmer to Software Architectand Project Manager. I have worked as a consultant either in myown company or employed in international companies. I amexperienced in liaising with people at all levels.Motivation I believe that FIFe is the best way to show your cat. I want tocontinue promoting FIFe and the FIFe approach of showing. FIFeputs the cat and the welfare of the cat in focus. Through the positionas President I want to go on improving FELIS BRITANNICA andadvance the fun way of caring for your cat as I have done sinceApril 2011.
Frank Mandix – Deputy General Secretary
Melanie Sweby – Deputy General Secretary
Melanie Sweby Deputy General SecretaryI am 45 year of age and live with my husband and two childrenand the furry ones In Hertfordshire.I have been working for the past 13 years as a PA to a ManagingDirector of an Automobile Repair and MOT Station, Carrying outall aspects of day to day running of the business together withbosses’Personal diary, a very demanding job at times I come from a catfamily and cannot remember the time when we did not have atleast one cat at home.I had my introduction into the cat world many years ago when Ihad the pleasure of having one of the offspring of the first ragdollsinto the UK Patriarca Prim and Patriarca Proper who had their firstlitter whilst in quarantine. I went for several years whilst thechildren were growing up with no pedigree cats just adorablehousehold pets and we still have Owen whom I rescued from theback of an old car at the garage where I work, his mum was feraland I succumbed to taking the two babies home with me,unfortunately we lost Angel to a road accident but Owen still livesas the pampered pet at the good old age of 12.I returned to being owned by Bengals a few years ago and nowhave two studs and five queens.I am an active member of The Garden of England Cat Club andact as Entry Clerk and in the secretariat at all their shows.
Meet the Team
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You know that your cats’ breed makes them veryspecial, but did you know that breed can also affecttheir nutritional specificities? If you keep sleek Siamese,majestic Maine Coons, posh Persians or brilliant BritishShorthairs, Royal Canin offers diets tailor-made just for them.
Over the years, tailored feline nutrition has accounted for theparameters which differentiate cats, such as lifestyle, age andsensitivities, to help keep them in the best possible health. And it isnow possible to develop specific formulas exclusively dedicated tocats of certain breeds.
Feline Breed Nutrition accounts for each breed’s very particularneeds to help support optimum condition, and is adapted to helpmaintain health in key areas; known sensitivities for the breeds.Kibble design is important too, with shape and size perfectlyadapted for maximum appeal.
Royal Canin’s Persian 30 offers maintenance nutrition for your adult Persians. A specific complex of nutrients helps support skinhealth and maintain colour, softness and sheen in the breed’sbeautiful long coat. The diet is also formulated to help limit theformation of hairballs, a problem in this long-coated breed, andsupport their sensitive digestion. The special almond-shaped kibblehas been demonstrated to be easy for the short-nosed Persian topick up, reducing frustration during eating.
For your Persian kittens, and pregnant and lactating queens, Persian 32 offers breed nutrition adapted to the increased needs of reproduction and growth. A highly digestible formulation withprebiotics helps support digestive safety at these delicate times, and specific antioxidants help to promote the developing naturaldefences.
As Maine Coons are known to be prone to heart problems, Maine Coon 31 helps support a healthy heart through an adapted mineral content and high levels of omega 3 fatty acids,taurine, L-carnitine and antioxidants. Added glucosamine andchondroitin helps to maintain mobility in these gentle giants. And a special large kibble designed with a larger jaw size in mind, encourages crunching to help support oral health and aslower, healthier speed of eating.
Maine Coon 36, specifically for kittens up to 15 months andpregnant or lactating Maine Coon queens, helps to support safeand healthy growth and bone development during their prolongedgrowth phase. In addition, an adapted formulation helps promoteoptimum digestive tolerance and healthy natural defences.
Siamese 38, for adult Siamese at maintenance, has a high contentof quality protein to help promote the breed’s lean body conditionand the amino acid L-carnitine to help stimulate fat metabolism.Special nutrients help to support optimal coat pigmentation in thisstriking breed and a special ring-shaped kibble is designed to sloweating speed, helping to reduce issues with regurgitation.
Finally, British Shorthair 34, for maintenance in adult BritishShorthairs, contains specific nutrients which help to support a strong, healthy heart. High levels of quality protein and L-carnitine help to maintain the breed’s muscular body shape and an adapted formulation helps to support strong bones and joints.The unique kibble design helps to encourage crunching to supporthealthy teeth and gums and contributes to optimal palatability forthe breed.
Royal Canin How do you feed your breed?
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Forthcoming UK Shows Garden Of England ShowSaturday12th and Sunday 13th May2 day 2 certificate international Cat Show, White Oak Leisure Centre, Swanley, Kent.For schedule please visit: http://www.felisbritannica.org/images/Showdates/2012/swanley%20schedule.pdfEntry Clerk: Mel Sweby 07545 824832Entries Close: Wednesday 25th April Judges invited are: Mr Eric Reijers an all breed judge from the Czech RepublicMrs Penny Bydlinski a Cat I, II & III judge formerly from the UK and now lives in Australia Mr Steve Jones a Cat II & III judge from NorwayMr Ad De Bruijn a Cat I, III & IV judge from the Netherlands
Aristocats Cat Club Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th June - Lutterworth2 day 2 certificate international Cat Show, Lutterworth Leisure Centre, Lutterworth For schedule please visit:http://www.felisbritannica.org/images/Showdates/2012/acc_june_v%201.0.pdfEntry Clerk: Steph Gower, 07968 712676
Garden Of England ShowSaturday 14th and Sunday 15th July - Northamptonshire2 day 2 certificate international show, Moulton College, NorthamptonshireFor schedule please visit: http://www.felisbritannica.org/images/Showdates/2012/moulton%20schedule.pdfEntry Clerk: Mel Sweby, 07545 824832
Viking Cat Club Saturday 15th September - Alcester, Warwickshire1 day 1 certificate international show, The Grieg Centre, Alcester, WarwickshireFor schedule please visit:http://www.felisbritannica.org/images/Showdates/2012/vcc%20show%20schedule%20alcester%20150912.pdfEntry Clerk: Margaret Scott, 01604 890555
Aristocats Cat Club Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st October - Bourne2 day 2 certificate international Cat Show, Bourne Leisure Centre, Bourne For schedule please visit:http://www.felisbritannica.org/images/Showdates/2012/acc_oct%202012_v%201.0.pdfEntry Clerk: Steph Gower, 07968 712676
Ad De Bruijn
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CONTACT USEnquiries:President Frank Mandix [email protected] President Robert Bryce [email protected] Secretary Cecilia Macleod [email protected] Gen Secretary Mel Sweby [email protected] Commission Chair Josie Hughes [email protected] Officer Wendy Chapman [email protected] Officer John Tipper [email protected] Health &Welfare Chair Louise Mitchell [email protected] Administrator Nick Chapman [email protected] Rose KitchingTreasurer Tracey Spooner
Please remember when contacting anyone at Felis Britannica that the officers and committee are all volunteers andare not paid for their service. Please be patient waiting for a reply as all have full time jobs which they have toperform and attend to FB business in their spare time. Some are only able to deal with enquiries on certain days.
Forthcoming European ShowsFor those intrepid exhibitors who are interested in exhibiting in Europe, here is the link tothe complete FIFe:http://fifeweb.org/wp/shows/shows.asp
Charity newsRace For LifeMel Sweby's daughter Kerri has decided to enter the Cancer Research "Race For Life" in memory of Pat Brownsell who sadly passed away as we know in November 2011. Pat was a member of the cat fancy all her life and was wellrespected around the UK and Europe.Kerri aims to raise £1000 and has currently raised 46% of that target. (£465.00)
Please would you be kind enough to sponsor her so that we can help her reach hertarget. We all know someone who has or is suffering from this dreadful illness.
Here is a link to the race for life sponsorship page for Kerri http://www.raceforlifesponsorme.org/little-ones
New Web SiteThe new web site is now up and running.For all information and contact details forFelis Britannica please usewww.felisbritannica.org
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