My First Cat Show

[cat fancier1]

Had a great time , but it was a long 2 days. First time I entered a cat so I have a lot to learn LOL.

 

[missymotus]

Glad you had fun, what kind of cats do you have? And how did they go?

 

[cat fancier1]

I have Singapura's but only showed the male. He was the only Singapura entry.i talked to one of the judges and he asked my what kind of shampoo I used and I told him I took my cat to a groomer. Big mistake! I should of bathed him myself and to use a mild soap like Swave or baby shampoo.

 

[missymotus]

Singa's are great, over here shorthaired cats aren't generally bathed for a show. But if you are I'd be asking the breeder what products she uses, she'll know what works best. 

 

[sohni]

We bathe our silver Maus to bring out their spots, and to help them achieve the coat texture we want. Smokes aren't generally bathed, just brushed and wiped down. But, I have been advised to bath on Wednesday evening to give the coat time to develop it's natural oils by a Saturday show. I use a brightening shampoo for their white background coats - you can usually talk to the vendors at the show for advice.

 

[wendyb]

Having just gotten into showing, the best advice I can suggest is to talk to your breeder or Mentor about bathing your babies.

But even with the grooming, aren't shows fun?