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Meow-dis Gras Celebration
Allbreed
Championship & HHP Show Presented By
Alabama
Paws & Claws
February 5-7, 2021
Anniston Meeting
Center, Anniston, AL
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Friday |
Saturday |
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Barbara Ray - AB
Al Walbrun - AB
Debbie Lopeman - AB
Chris Unangst - AB
Stephanie Smith - AB
Angela Sherzer - SP
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Robin Higgins - AB
Robby Whyte - AB
Harley Devilbiss - AB
Toni Scarboro - AB
Brenda Russo - AB
Rick Hoskinson - AB
Clint Knapp - SP
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Fate Mays - AB
Kay Devilbiss - AB
Harley Devilbiss - AB
Kim Chenault - AB
Laurie Patton - AB
Jamie Christian - AB Rick Hoskinson -SP
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Ring sponsorships are being
sought
$100 (Krewe sponsor) - Show sponsors - acknowledged in all ring
$25 (King Cake sponsor) - Single ring sponsorship, judge of choice
contact Honey Gilmore or use summary sheet to request
PLEASE - no calls
before 9:00
a.m. or after 9:00 p.m. EASTERN time.
Please be respectful of these times as all involved have early work
days during the week.
Show Management Team
Vendors,
sponsorships and other logistics
Honey
Gilmore
513-649-8783
alabamapawsclaws@gmail.com
Transportation and general information
Barbara Ray
205-991-7424
barbara.ray@willowplace.com
Entry Clerk
Vanadis
Crawford
209 Hillstone Drive
Raleigh, NC 27615
919-426-5250
vanadis_ec@nc.rr.com
IMPORTANT: We
have confirmed the show the weekend before us will be allowing
spectators. We have contracted some of the same judges and
anticipate some shared exhibitors. In the interest of openness
and full disclosure, we want all entering our show to be aware of this
potential unintentionally increased exposure. In light of this,
we do plan for very stringent enforcement of our COVID rules to aid in
keeping everyone safe/healthy. Be prepared to stay vigilant
throughout the weekend.
COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS: Due
to the ongoing Covid19 pandemic, Alabama Paws and Claws will enforce
the following social distancing requirements. By entering the show, you
are committing to agree to these requirements. These requirements
may be expanded, or relaxed, depending on CDC, state, county, or city
requirements at the time of the show.
- The show will be closed to the public all days.
- There will be a
MAXIMUM OF 125 EXHIBITORS (AND ASSOCIATED INDIVIDUALS) allowed in the
showhall. When you enter the show, you will be asked the names of
the people in your party who are 2 years of age and older. The
number of people in your party cannot exceed the number of cats you
have entered in the show. For example, if you have one entry –
you can only have one person in the showhall. If you have three
entries – you can have a maximum of three people. However, we
encourage that you limit the number of people in your party to allow
others to be able to enter the show. By show rules we can take
250 entries, but with Covid we can’t take more than 125 people showing
those cats.
- Anyone with a
temperature of 100 F or above, and those traveling with them, will not
be allowed in the showhall. You will also need to certify that you have
not had symptoms nor have been in contact with someone who has tested
positive for Covid-19 within the prior 14 days. Your temperature
will be taken at the door and you will need to fill in your
certification EACH DAY so plan extra time at check-in. You will
not be allowed in the showhall prior to check-in hours.
- Everyone must
properly wear a mask according to CDC guidelines (must cover nose,
mouth, and chin) while in the showhall unless actively eating/drinking
and in a seated location (benching area, ring, or other designated
area). You may also remove your mask when seated at your benching
area. In other words, “Stand up – mask up!” Anyone not
wearing their mask correctly will be reminded of the requirement and
those continuing to not wear a mask correctly will be asked to leave
the showhall. Masks WILL NOT be provided by the club. Please bring your
own mask that meets the requirements. Face shields cannot be used
without a mask.
- A social
distancing space will be left between exhibitor’s benching
spaces. This space is to be left open and cannot be used for
grooming or other uses. If you are coming with a group of
friends, and do not require social distancing spaces between members of
your group, please communicate the names of your group members to the
entry clerk.
- If you require
additional physical space for people or things, the club strongly
encourages you to purchase a grooming space. For example, if you
enter 2 cats, benched in one double cage, and you have two exhibitors
and a stroller, large grooming table, etc. you might need more physical
space than the 44” space allotted to you. Since grooming spaces might
be limited, we suggest entering early if you think you will need
additional space. For social distancing, your party and gear must
remain within your designated benching area unless mutually agreed upon
by all affected parties.
- We
will have a food truck available on Saturday and Sunday!! Feel
free to bring food on Friday and we will try to get out as early as
possible on Friday.
Show
Hall:
Anniston Meeting Center, 1615 Noble Street, Anniston, AL
36202.
There is
no onsite concession so please feel free to bring
your own food (but not (open) alcohol). We will break for folks
to have time to run out for food each day. There are multiple
fast food restaurants within 5 minutes, Waffle House is walking
distance. Please put ALL trash in appropriate
receptacles, not under cages.
Show Hotel - LaQuinta
Inn & Suites, 100 Colonial Drive, Oxford, AL 36203,
256-241-0950. They are offering a rate of $TBD plus tax for 2
doubles or (limited) king bedded standard rooms. The usual LQ
amenities are available – free breakfast with hot items (subject to COVID-19 restrictions), free wifi, NO
additional pet fee if booking in our block. Call the hotel
DIRECTLY at 256-241-0950 and mention AL Paws & Claws EXHIBITORS
block for this rate. We will be following TICA Hotel Inspection
Guidelines. Please leave your room as you found it so we may
continue to use this facility. There are other pet friendly
hotels in the area, including a Red Roof and Motel 6 (at exit
185). Others with a pet fee include Sleep Inn and Quality Inn (at
exit 188 with LQ.)
PLEASE
– No matter where you choose to stay, take care to leave your room in
good condition. After finances, one of the biggest reason
clubs/shows end up giving up is difficulty finding hotels. All it
takes is one irresponsible guest to turn hotels against having pets.
Airport:
Fly into Birmingham International Airport (BHM) or Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL). If flying into BHM, please try to book return flights at or
after 6pm Sunday, recommend 8pm (Eastern) or later for ATL.
Show
Hours: Friday check-in - 2:00-2:45PM, judging starting at 3:00 PM. Saturday check-in 8:30 a.m. to 9:15AM, judging starts at 9:30 AM. Sunday check-in 8:15 a.m. to 8:30AM, judging
starts at 9:00 AM. If you have been judged in all rings, you may
leave. Please let rings know if you do leave. SHOW
WILL BE CLOSED TO PUBLIC WITH COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS ENFORCED.
Correctly worn masks required, temp checks EVERY day, social
distancing, etc. - see above for details.
Junior Exhibitor Ring:
A JE Ring judged by (TBD) will be held on Saturday afternoon.
Registration:
Preliminary & Advanced New Breeds and New Traits must be registered
to enter and compete. Championship breeds (all classes) must
provide proof of eligibility for registration to compete. Cats,
kittens, alters or household pets must be registered with TICA to
before their 2nd show to be scored for titles, regional and
international awards. To obtain information about registration
with TICA call 956-428-8046 or visit TICA.org.
Show Rules:
TICA show rules and related rules will be strictly enforced.
By
entering, exhibitors agree to abide by these rules and the decisions of
the judges and show committee. Official show rules may be
obtained from the TICA Executive Office for a fee. Contact
information for the TICA Executive Office can be found in the previous
paragraph. You may also print the rules online at https://tica.org/resources/our-association/rules-regulations/file/166-show-rules
Awards:
a)
All entries will receive a single rosette and rosette bars will be
awarded in the rings for finals in accordance with TICA Show
Rules.
b) SPECIAL AWARDS –
Acrith
Award to the best red or red/white cat, kitten, alter, HHP or
HHP
Kitten in show. Any entry in these classes with red in the color
description is eligible for the award.
Catalystic Award will be presented
to the highest scoring Maine Coon cat, kitten or alter.
Ashpurr Award will be presented to
the highest scoring American Shorthair cat, kitten or alter.
April Award will be presented to
the highest scoring solid white cat, kitten, alter, HHP or HHP Kitten
in show.
Oliver Award will be
presented to the cat, kitten, alter, HHP, or HHP kitten in show with
the most stunning green eyes.
Health:
This is a non-vetted show. Any cat showing signs of illness,
parasites or fungus will be escorted from the show hall, along with any
other cats owned, housed, or agented by the same exhibitor.
All
entries should be vaccinated against feline viral rhinotracheitis,
calici and distemper (panleukopenia), and should test negative for
feline leukemia and FIV (feline AIDS). TICA show
rules
require all claws, front and back, be clipped prior to judging.
Kittens:
All kittens (pedigreed or HHP) entered for competition must be at least
4 months old, but less than 8 months old, on the day of the
show.
Kittens in the show hall for sale and/or exhibition must be at least 3
months old.
Household Pets: Household
Pet Adults (8 months old and up) must be spayed/neutered.
Household Pet Adults are judged in 32 color/pattern divisions the same
as pedigreed cats. If you are not sure which color and/or
pattern
class your cat belongs in, please send a color picture of your cat with
your entry. Photos will be returned at check-in.
You will
also have an opportunity Saturday morning to have the senior judge make
a final determination if the color/pattern is still in question.
Benching & Supplies:
Each entry will be provided a single benching cage measuring 22"L x
22"W x 22"H. Full cage size is
44"L x 22"W x 22"H. There is no single cage benching at this
show. All cages must be covered on the sides and top.
Recommended to bring a rug, blanket, etc. for the bottom of the cage
and other items to help your cat feel more comfortable. No more
than one adult cat or 2 kittens are allowed per single
(i.e. half a fulld double) cage. You will need to bring litter
pan(s), food bowls, and food. Litter will be provided.
For Sale/Exhibition Cages:
For sale/exhibition cages are available ONLY for
exhibitors with other
cats entered for competition. See Summary Sheet for price.
Clerks & Stewards:
ARE NECESSARY FOR THE SHOW TO HAPPEN! If you would like to
clerk,
please indicate so on your summary sheet, along with any judge
preferences. Licensed clerks will be given priority and judge
requests will be honored to the best of our ability. Clerks
will
be compensated $40 per day plus
lunch and a
marked catalog. Contact HONEY GILMORE (alabamapawsclaws@gmail.com) if you are interested in clerking. The entry clerk does not arrange clerks for this show. Stewards may
also be needed. Please let us
know if you have someone available.
For
the comfort of our exhibitors and spectators: The
show hall area will be designated as non-smoking. Total bodies
will be limited due to COVID-19. Be sure to disclose number and
names on your summary. Show management reserves the right to ask
parents to control or remove disruptive children as well as any other
disruptive exhibitors, spectators, etc.
Liability: Neither
Alabama Paws & Claws, TICA, Anniston Meeting Center, or any area
hotels can be held liable for loss,
theft,
accident/injury to animals, personal property, exhibitors, or their
guests.
PRICING
PayPal:
alabamapawsclaws@gmail.com
WINTER CLEARANCE SALE – ENTRIES/PLACEHOLDERS DUE DECEMBER 31,2020
MONIES FOR THE SALE
DUE BY JANUARY 7, 2021
3 Days, 3 Entries & Xtra 1/2
Cage -
$305.00
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3 Days,1 Entry in double cage
-$125.00 .
REGULAR
ENTRIES - FIRM DEADLINE – When 250 entries received/125 exhibitors/no space or January 29, 2021
6 PM Eastern
1 Entry - 3 Days, double cage -
$160.00 .
2 Entries - 3 Days, in one
double cage
-$240.00
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3
Entries, 3 days in 2 double
cages -
$345.00
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4 Entries, 3 days in 2 double
cages -
$410.00
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5th or more Entry, each in a
double cage -
$80.00
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Junior Exhibitor (3 Days –
double cage - registered in Junior’s Name -
$140.00
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Two Day Entry – in double cage -
$125.00
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OTHER
SHOW SERVICES
Grooming Space (equivalent to a
double cage – WAITLIST ONLY (see summary sheet) - $40.00
Sales/Exhibition Cage (must have
entry in show – WAITLIST ONLY (see summary sheet) - $40.00
Guaranteed End of Row (no charge
if handicapped) - $25.00 .
CATALOG
ADVERTISING
Full Page $30 (show ads $10)
� Page $20.00
� Page $15.00
Business Card $5.00
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