Indian Cat Federation (ICF) & Middle East Cat
Society (MECATS) organised the Second WHISKAS® International Cat Show of India in association with Mars India
Mumbai, September 29, 2014:
Mars International India Pvt. Ltd., leading pet food manufacturer and
marketers of the international pet food brands Whiskas® and Pedigree®,
organised 2nd WHISKAS® International Cat Show of India in
association with World Cat Federation (WCF), Indian Cat Federation (ICF) &
Middle East Cat Society (MECATS).
Felines from various states of
India will be coming to Mumbai to compete for the title of BEST in SHOW and
various titles at the Whiskas® 2nd International Cat Show of
India, held on September 27 and 28 at Stallion banquets, Prabhadevi,
Mumbai.
The show was organized by Indian
Cat Federation (Regd.) in association with the World Cat Federation (WCF)
Germany. This international cat show aims at placing India on the World Cat Show
map at par with other nations of the world.
The show received good response
with around 50+ participants. The show saw the participation of famous breeds
viz., The Persian, The Exotic Short Haired, Original Long Haired breed,
Domestic Semi Long Haired breed and the Indian cats.
“It is a privilege to be
associated with the Indian Cat Federation (ICF) and the World Cat Federation
(WCF) in promoting the responsible pet ownership and advising the pet parents
on cats’ nutritional requirements, helping them to live healthier and
happier lives. We believe that pets make our world better and our vision is to
make a better world for them” said Mr. Nitin Kulkarni, Director,
Corporate Affairs, MARS International India Pvt. Ltd.
Mr Shree Nair, President (ICF)
Indian Cat Federation said “we want to create awareness for the
cat population in India. We need every single Indian to participate in saving
the cat breed from the Indian streets by urging people to adopt cats. We
strongly believe in cage-free homes. “We want to make ICF certification a
must for every cat” he added.
The World Cat Federation
Officials & Judges who attended the show were:
Anneliese
Hackmann, Germany (All Breed Judge - WCF), President - World Cat Federation
Dr. Johan
Lamprecht, South Africa (All Breed Judge - WCF), World Cat Federation
With Special
Guest – Petra Mueller – President of Middle East Cat Society and
Founder of ‘Arabian Mau’ cats.
The judging started at 11 am and
the show concluded at 7 pm after the announcement of the winners of the BEST of
BEST categories of the day. Competitions were held for the “Best Dressed
Feline” and the “Best Photogenic Cat”. The event provided e a
great family outing as one can see the various Cat breeds, Exhibition of Pet
products and services and Animal welfare activities. There was also present a
Specialist Veterinary Team from Whiskas® to advise the pet owners on
various issues related to their pets.
Indian Cat Federation (ICF)
The Indian Cat Federation - "ICF", is a society formed to interact with Pet Cat owners, Cat Breeders and Cat Lovers in the Indian Sub-Continent. ICF, is already a full member of the World Cat Federation (WCF). With the association of the WCF, we are aiming to achieve the following:
Aim of ICF:
To bring together cat owners under one banner to look after
the affairs of cats,
as per international norms.
To educate cat owners and breeders, the right ways and
methods accepted by the WCF.
To conduct exhibitions, competitions, meetings and seminars
in India.
To issue certification of breed and class of cats.
To support activities for the betterment of the cat
population.
To stop cruelty towards the stray cats and
To bring an awareness among people regarding all aspects
about the Cats.
MARS International India Pvt. Ltd.,
At MARS India, our belief is that ‘Pets make our world
better’ and our vision is ‘To make a better world for Pets’.
With brands like WHISKAS®, we serve more
and more cats (both pets and home cats) and help them lead a healthy and happy
life.
WHISKAS®
understands what cats instinctively need and love. With brand Whiskas®, cat
parents and cat lovers can nurture their instinctive nature.
About World Cat Federation
The WCF was founded on 1988 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil by three clubs which were seeking for more democratic and human procedures in the cat fancy, more than other existing federations ever had. Right now the WCF consists of more than 540 clubs throughout the world covering all continents including the United States.
The WCF was founded on 1988 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil by three clubs which were seeking for more democratic and human procedures in the cat fancy, more than other existing federations ever had. Right now the WCF consists of more than 540 clubs throughout the world covering all continents including the United States.
The WCF is registered in Germany as "eingetragener
Verein" (registered association) and since the European community is ready
- in Brussels as an European Federation, too.
The WCF takes part at consultations, arranged by the European parliament in Strasbourg, and is responsible for animal welfare and legislation in some working parties and hearing. A WCF member, whether it is a club or a federation, is independent in his business.
The WCF's responsibilities are:
The WCF takes part at consultations, arranged by the European parliament in Strasbourg, and is responsible for animal welfare and legislation in some working parties and hearing. A WCF member, whether it is a club or a federation, is independent in his business.
The WCF's responsibilities are:
- International Cattery Registration
- Education, Training and Examination of the International judges
- Standards and Points
- Giving Rules and Classes at Shows
- International Liaisons
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