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It only took 141 years, but cats have finally arrived at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Sort of. On Saturday, dozens of Persian, Toyger, Sphynx, and Siamese cats were on display during the "Meet The Breeds" segment of the four-day dog show, and while the Westminster Agility, Obedience, and Best-In-Show competitions at Madison Square Garden will remain canine-only, the cats were a hit with spectators at Piers 92 and 94.
The cats' arrival at Meet the Breeds is the latest in what's been a gradual feline mission creep for Westminster; years ago, the International Cat Association put on its own show at the Javits Center during the Westminster weekend. Brandi Hunter, a spokeswoman for the American Kennel Club, explained to the NY Times, "We decided to bring the cats back because people kept asking us, ‘Where are the cats?’”
The vibe on Caturday resembled that of almost any convention or state fair, but with more fur balls. Cats meowed and pawed at toys in booths separated by breed, while some brave owners took their pets into the "Cat Agility Course," a most dubious venture indeed. One man, fed up with his uncooperative Siamese, lifted the animal and unceremoniously tossed it through a hanging ring. Perhaps this unwillingness to "dance" for the humans is one reason why cats have been excluded in the past.
Most visiting dog-lovers appeared happy with the cats, while Westminster's veteran dog breeders seemed blasé. Outside of Pier 92, a Kentucky woman held the leash of her purebred toy fox terrier as she took a cigarette break. "I've got 14 more terriers at home, I breed them," she said. "I'm here every year, the dog competitions are very serious. Cats are fine, I guess, if you're into that kind of thing."
Shirt shown here is "Rock-A-Billy" by Simply Sphynx at: http://bit.ly/RockABilly
The cats' arrival at Meet the Breeds is the latest in what's been a gradual feline mission creep for Westminster; years ago, the International Cat Association put on its own show at the Javits Center during the Westminster weekend. Brandi Hunter, a spokeswoman for the American Kennel Club, explained to the NY Times, "We decided to bring the cats back because people kept asking us, ‘Where are the cats?’”
The vibe on Caturday resembled that of almost any convention or state fair, but with more fur balls. Cats meowed and pawed at toys in booths separated by breed, while some brave owners took their pets into the "Cat Agility Course," a most dubious venture indeed. One man, fed up with his uncooperative Siamese, lifted the animal and unceremoniously tossed it through a hanging ring. Perhaps this unwillingness to "dance" for the humans is one reason why cats have been excluded in the past.
Most visiting dog-lovers appeared happy with the cats, while Westminster's veteran dog breeders seemed blasé. Outside of Pier 92, a Kentucky woman held the leash of her purebred toy fox terrier as she took a cigarette break. "I've got 14 more terriers at home, I breed them," she said. "I'm here every year, the dog competitions are very serious. Cats are fine, I guess, if you're into that kind of thing."
Shirt shown here is "Rock-A-Billy" by Simply Sphynx at: http://bit.ly/RockABilly
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LA FASHIONISTA COMPASSIONISTA ISSUE 3 SUMMER 2015
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Watch us tomorrow on the news! Or you can watch on the website if you are not in Florida.
From Beth Sullivan FashionStylist : It's time for WJXT's, "Fashion 4ward".... This time with a twist! We're taking fashion to a whole new level... FOR PETS! Weve listened to you, "Fashion 4ward," fans... So now we are bringing you the hottest in pet fashions! From several local boutiques, and hand-crafted designs for your furry friends, you will meet Jacksonville's pet fashionistas! PLUS my furLESS feline, Jovie, will make a quick appearance, "Abby" Jacksonville's Therapy Dog for children and the elderly will be sporting the latest trends, AND adoptable pets from the Jacksonville Humane Society! It's ALL Tuesday morning during the 9am hour of The Morning Show! Tune in for the furriest fashion fun we've had yet! Only on "Fashion 4ward," and only on THE Local Station!#seibellaimageconsulting #fashion4ward #kiandi #barkboutique#jacksonvillehumanesociety #simplysphynx #slinxconcepts#adoptablepets #petfashion #furryfun — with Kathy Knerr, Beth Sullivan FashionStylist and Jeanne Nummerdor at WJXT-TV4 The Local Station. **** Jovie Monroe the sphynx kitten from Robin Collum Beall is slated to show off our Belle of the Bald Tutu in Pink!** It will run on http://www.news4jax.com/livestream-newscast/watch-channel-4-news-livestream/23672522 and be archived there, The Bell of the Bald Tutu and the Shark! Outfits are available at Simply Sphynx on Etsy. |
Extra love needed: Meet Bella, Daisy & LuckyBy Christina McNeir
Miss Bella, how did you get your name? I’m not sure you know…I came from a place called Bella, and there was a cat there a long time ago who passed on called Bella-and they remembered her. I have heard the name since I was born, I heard it in my head and when Mom told my first Mom she wanted to name me Bella, first Mom cried and Mom cried. And now I am Bella Bluebella and I carry the name proudly. ……read more on catster.com
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