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Rocky Mountain High Cat Show

Rocky Mountain High Cat Show

April 20-21, 2024

Doherty High School

4515 Barnes Road

Colorado Springs, CO

80917

16 Rings

16 Judges

Lots of fun

SHOW SPONSORS


April 20-21, 2024

Dohery High School

4515 Barnes Road

Colorado Springs, CO  80917


16 Judges

16 Rings



Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Open to the public)

Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Open to the public)


Confirmed Judges:


Saturday:                                Sunday:

Kitti Ruttan (AB)                      Debbi Brown (AB)

Vickie Shields (AB)                   Sandi Mattingly (AB)

Adriana Kajon (AB)                   Harley Devilbiss (AB)

Donna Armel (AB)                     Elaine Hawksworth-Weitz (AB)

Jim Arnel (AB)                          Kim Chenault (AB)

Nikki Crandall-Seibert (AB)         Debbie Prince (AB)

Susanna Shon (AB)                   Rick Hoskinson (AB)

Charlotte Shea (AB)                  Jackie Rose (SP)


Entry Fees (scroll down)


Early bird entry (ends March 1, 2024, midnight MST)

We really want you to join us, so sign up early

(250 entries max)


                                                              2-day entry                1-day entry

                                                             2-day entry                1-day entry

1 cat in a double-size shelter (48")                $110                            $60

2 cats in a double-size shelter (48")               $160                            $80

2 cats in 2 double-size shelters (48")             $175                            $90

3 cats in 2 double-size shelters (48")             $240                           $120

4 cats in 2 double-size shelters (48")             $320                           $160

4 cats in 3 double-size shelters (48”)             $335                           $170

5 cats in 3 double-size shelters (48")             $400                           $210

6 cats in 3 double-size shelters (48")             $460                           $250

Household Pet entry                                     $90                             $60

Preliminary/Advanced New Breed/New Traits    $50                             $35

Exhibition                                                      $0                               $0


Free exhibition entries are limited to one per paid entry and must be in the same double shelter as the paid entry; otherwise, the exhibition cat shall be the cost of a grooming space ($25 for 48" space)


Junior exhibitor (limit one entry)                      $90                           $45

A junior exhibitor must be under the age for 18, be the owner/co-owner of the entry and present their cat to all judging rings.


Regular entry (ends Monday, April 15, 2024, 6 p.m. MST)

(250 entries max)


                                                 2-day entry                1-day entry

1 cat in a double-size shelter (48")                $130                           $70

2 cats in a double-size shelter (48")               $190                          $100

2 cats in 2 double-size shelters (48")             $200                           $110

3 cats in 2 double-size shelters (48")             $275                           $145

4 cats in 2 double-size shelters (48")             $340                           $180

4 cats in 3 double-size shelters (48”)             $350                           $190

5 cats in 3 double-size shelters (48")             $420                           $220

6 cats in 3 double-size shelters (48")             $480                           $250

Household Pet entry                                     $110                           $75

Preliminary/Advanced New Breed/New Traits     $50                          $35

Exhibition                                                      $0                              $0


Free exhibition entries are limited to one per paid entry and must be in the same double shelter as the paid entry; otherwise, the exhibition cat shall be the cost of a grooming space ($25 for 48" space)


Junior exhibitor (limit one entry)                      $100                           $55

A junior exhibitor must be under the age for 18, be the owner/co-owner of the entry and present their cat to all judging rings.


Miscellaneous fees


Extra space/grooming space (48") $25 Grooming spaces will be limited.

Handicapped space (end of row, limited availability) no fee.  End of row spaces will be given to clerks showing cats and handicapped exhibitors first.

Ring sponsorship (2 days): $30


Stewards/Clerks


If you are available to steward or clerk for our show, please email us at wolfpirateprop@aol.com.  Stewards will receive $35 a day and lunch.  Clerks will receive $60 a day and lunch.  Clerks who wish to steward their own ring will get both pay.  You may also put in notes of your entry that you wish to clerk or steward.  We need 8 each day.


Show Catalogue:


We will be using electronic catalogs. You will receive an electronic catalog via email prior to the show. Should you need a traditional hard copy catalog, you must let us know upon entry of your cat(s) and will be charged $10.00.


Club Donations:


Garden of the Cats appreciates any club donations.  Donations may be given through our Paypal account:  gardenofthecats@gmail.com.


Food:


TBD at a later date.


Basic Show Information


● If you want to attend but don’t have a shelter, contact Catherine Rudy at wolfpirateprop@aol.com.

● Benching will be assigned. Indicate benching requests in the comments of the entry sheet in TOES. We will make every effort to accommodate you.

● Clerks will be benched first, closest to their judging ring.

● Early check-in and setup will be allowed on Friday between 2 p.m. And 4 p.m.

● Day of judging exhibitor check-in begins at 7:30 a.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. All payments must be received prior to entry into the show hall, unless specifically approved by the show manager to be paid at check-in.

● Judging begins at 8:30 a.m.

● Public show hours: Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

● Cat litter will be provided; however, you will need to bring your own litter pan.



Show Hotels


We have contracted with several hotels to accommodate you.  The following are hotels we have for the show but you must act quickly, as space is limited.  Please do not contact the show manager to obtain lodgings.  Contact the hotels per their preferences listed.


Sonesta ES Suites, 3880 N. Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80917, (719)574-0370. King Studio, $94/night or 2 Bedroom loft, $134/night.  Pet fee is $25 per stay.  Call for room and request the Cat Show rate for Garden of the Cats Cat Club.  Block ends April 1, 2024.  Cancelations within 48 hours of arrival will be charged one night's room rate. ASK FOR A FIRST FLOOR ROOM!!! NO ELEVATORS.


Hampton Inn Colorado Springs, NE, 4380 Integrity Center Point, Colorado Springs, CO  80917, (719)370-3480. King Bedroom, $114/night, Double Queen, $114/night.  Pet fee is $75 for 1-3 night stay or $150 for more than 3 nights.  Cancelations 7 days in advance.  Last day to make reservations is March 23, 2024.  Click this link to take you to reservations.  


MCM Elegante, 6450 N. Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80918, (719)590-1111. The hotel is offering 10% off the room rate.  Use this link for booking.  No pet fee


Directions.


From Denver International Airport: When leaving the airport, check your GPS or navigation for the fastest route.  Depending on your arrival time, your drive to Colorado Springs should be between 75 to 90 minutes, depending on the route you take.


From Colorado Springs Airport:


Show Terms & Conditions


Entry Fees:


All entry and miscellaneous fees are due and payable to Garden of the Cats within 72 hours of submission of your entry.  By entering the show, you agree to pay ALL fees, whether or not you attend the show or bench any cats/kittens. Regardless of the date of entry, ALL fees must be paid or postmarked prior to the closing date of the show (April 15, 2024). No payments will be accepted at check-in unless approved in advance by show management. Approved payments at check-in must be made IN CASH ONLY. Money orders and personal checks must be made payable to Garden of the Cats. Payments made to PayPal shall be done to gardenofthecats@gmail.com only. No other PayPal account is authorized to receive payment for entry fees intended for The Purring: Here’s Kitties! Returned payments FOR ANY REASON will incur a $50 fee. Additionally, all relevant information will be forwarded to the TICA Executive Offices for appropriate action. Garden of the Cats will pursue any money owed the club by entrants to the extent that TICA Show Rules and Colorado State Law allows. Pursuant to TICA Show Rules 23.6.1 through 23.6.7.1, Garden of the Cats Show Committee may, at its discretion, refuse to accept any entry for listed reasons.


NO REFUNDS!


Once an entry or service has been received, only substitutions may be made. Withdrawal from the show does not entitle the entrant to a refund of any kind.


Cats:


No kittens under the age of three (3) months old are allowed in the show hall. Be prepared to show proof of age.


Household pets eight (8) months of age and older must be spayed/neutered.  


Kittens entered into the show must be at least four (4) months of age, but less than eight (8) months of age on the first date of the show (April 20, 2024).


Cats for Sale: Sales spaces will be available to exhibitors ONLY and must be owned by the same, paid exhibitor.  Kittens for sale must be three (3) calendar months of age. Proof of age must be provided, upon request of the Show Manager.


No cats/kittens may be confined to carriers during the show hours.  Any exhibitor disregarding these rules will be asked to leave the Show.


Health Requirements:


This is a non-vetted show.


TICA Standing Rule 205.3-205.3.5: Any cat/kitten showing signs of illness, parasites, or fungus will be escorted from the Show Hall. All entries should be vaccinated against feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and feline enteritis. All entries should test negative for feline leukemia and feline AIDS. Any cat or kitten from a house or cattery where there has been fungus or any infectious or contagious illness within 21 days prior to the first day of the show is ineligible for competition. Cats over the age of four (4) months old must be vaccinated against rabies. Proof of vaccination is required and must be provided if asked by the Show Management. TICA Show Rules require all claws (front AND back) be clipped prior to benching.


Show Rules:


TICA show rules will be strictly enforced. By entering this show, ALL exhibitors agree to abide by the decisions of the judges and Show Committee. Official show rules, registration information and forms can be obtained from TICA, P. O. Box 2684, Harlingen, TX  78551, or online at www.tica.org.


Liability:


TICA Show Rules 29.1.1.2: The Show Management shall take all reasonable care of cats, carriers, and other personal property of exhibitors, however, it is expressly stipulated that neither the Show Management, nor any member of the club, sponsor of the show, the City of Colorado Springs, nor TICA and its officers can be held liable for the loss of, or accident to the cats, carriers, or other personal property of any exhibitor. Neither Garden of the Cats, City of Colorado Springs, nor TICA may be held liable for loss, theft or damage to animals or personal property of exhibitors or their guests.


Entry Clerk:


Catherine Rudy, wolfpirateprop@aol.com, (305)333-3186, 337 Lost Lake Drive, Divide, CO 80814


PayPal account: gardenofthecats@gmail.com


Show Manager:


Catherine Rudy, wolfpirateprop@aol.com, 305-333-3186


Master Clerk:  William Feigt



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