Companion Animal
All Companion animals must be pre-entered on an Animal Entry Form at the York County Extension Office by the first Friday of July.
All companion animals will be brought and taken home the day of the show. Cats must be immunized for distemper and rabies (where age permits) before entering the show. Proof of vaccinations must accompany animals at entry and/or check in for the 4‑H Cat Show.
Bring carrier or cage with proper equipment to the show and judging site as this may be included in the judging of the entry.
Exhibits should be accompanied by pictures of the animals habitat/housing facilities at home. The judge may ask questions or ask for additional information concerning the exhibit as part of the evaluation. Attach all cages / pens / restraints securely and safely in display areas.
Showmanship placing will be based on performance during the class as well as score received on a cat knowledge test and/or questions from the judge. The 4‑H Cat Showmanship Score Sheet is available at the Extension Office. All cat knowledge test questions and answers are taken from 4‑H Cat Manual NCREP #254.
Cat Showmanship
Pay Code 180
Any youth entering a cat will automatically be entered in Showmanship.
- Senior Division (14-18 yrs old)
- Int. Division (11-13 yrs old)
- Junior Division (8-10 yrs old)
Kittens & Cats
Pay Code 150
- J602001 - Long Haired Cat
- J602002 - Short Haired Cat
- J602003 - Kitten (4 months to 1 year)
Clover Kids
Pay Code 240
- J603001 - Clover Kid Companion Animal
Small Animal & Pocket Pets
Pay Code 1500
- J604001 - 0 Legs - This class includes some reptiles, fish, etc.
- J604002 - 2 Legs - This class includes birds, etc.
- J604003 - 4 or more Legs - This class includes hamsters, guinea pigs, gerbils, spiders, other mammals, rodents, some reptiles, etc.