Not more than 6 companion animal entries may be made by a 4-H and FFA exhibitor in this Department. The companion animals will not be required to stay during the fair. Exhibitors must provide their own equipment. Judging will include: a. Health of animal; b. Condition of cage; and c. Appropriate environment. If an animal is displayed in a travel cage, please prepare a display such as a poster or photograph showing the animal in its normal home. All exhibits may leave after judging is completed. Cats should be free of fleas, ticks, ear mites, worms, and other parasites and infectious diseases. Cats are required to have current rabies and distemper vaccination. A 4 in 1 shot (panlecucopenia, rhino tracheitis, calici virus and feline leukemia) is required. Exhibitors must provide a health statement from their vet at check-in showing proof of vaccination of their cat. If the cat is not declawed, the claws should be clipped. No expectant or nursing mother cats may be entered. Grand and Reserve Champion will be selected from each Division (Cat and Pet). A judging table will be used. Exhibitor will be required to transfer the animals to the judging table.
Premium: Purple $3.50; Blue $3.00; Red $2.50; White $2.00
Cat
Class No.
X 100 10 Cats, Long Hair
X 100 20 Cats, Short Hair
Pet
Class No.
X 100 30 Rodents (Ferret, Chinchilla, Guinea Pig, Gerbil, Hamster, Mouse, Rat, Hedgehog, etc.)
X 100 40 Other (Fish, Reptiles, Caged Birds, Llama, etc.)
Showmanship
See Showmanship Department for Rules, Regulations, and Premium.
Class No.
X 6 10 Companion Animal Senior - Exhibitors 15 years old and older as of January 1st of the current year
X 6 20 Companion Animal Intermediate - Exhibitors 12-14 years old as of January 1st of the current year
X 6 30 Companion Animal Junior - Exhibitors 11 years and under as of January 1st of the current year