Show Rules
date of issue: 01.01.2008
Title V Show Classes
5.1 competing in the correct class
Classification is according to FIFe-rules.
The age of all exhibits must appear on the judge's report.
The standard applied is the standard recognized by FIFe.
A cat can only compete in the class in which it belongs.
5.2 certificates
The cat's name must be stated on certificates accompanying the judge's report. Otherwise, the cat's name must be put on the judge's report by the organizers as soon as Best in Show judging is completed.
5.3 competing in the neuter class
When a Champion, International Champion, Grand International Champion or European Champion is neutered, it may, while retaining its title, be eligible for the titles Premier, International Premier, Grand International Premier or European.
5.4 terms of competing in the different classes
Clubs and Federations of Clubs must adhere to the FIFe rules for the following classes:
Class 1 – European Champion, FIFe American Champion (overseas countries)
Class 2 – European Premier, FIFe American Premier (overseas countries)
Class 3 – Grand International Champion (CACE)
Class 4 – Grand International Premier (CAPE)
Class 5 – International Champion (CAGCIB)
Class 6 – International Premier (CAGPIB)
Class 7 – Champion (CACIB)
Class 8 – Premier (CAPIB)
Class 9 – Open (CAC)
Class 10 – Neuter (CAP)
Class 11 – Youngsters 6-10 months
Class 12 – Kittens 3-6 months
Class 13a – Novice
Class 13b – Control
Class 14 – House Cats
European Champion (FIFE American Champion)
This class is open to cats, which have already received the title 'European Champion',`FIFe American Champion' and comply with the conditions of article 4.5. In all categories this class is subdivided with regard to breed, variety and sex. The exhibit will receive a report marked 'Prize of Honour' and will no longer be classified.
European Premier (FIFe American Premier)
This class is open to cats, which have already obtained the title 'European Premier',`FIFe American Premier' and the same rules apply as for European Champions, however, only for all neutered cats.
Grand International Champion
This class is open to cats, which have already received the title 'Grand International Champion' and comply with the conditions of article 4.5. In all categories this class is subdivided with regard to breed, variety and sex. In this class a CACE is awarded.
Grand International Premier
This class is open to cats, which have already obtained the title 'Grand International Premier', and the same rules apply as for Grand International Champions, however, only for all neutered cats. In this class a CAPE is awarded.
International Champion
This class is open to cats, which have already received the title 'International Champion' and comply with the conditions of article 4.4. In all categories this class is subdivided with regard to breed, variety and sex. In this class a CAGCIB is awarded.
International Premier
This class is open to cats, which have already obtained the title 'International Premier', and the same rules apply as for International Champions, however, only for all neutered cats. In this class a CAGPIB is awarded.
Champion
This class is open to cats, which have already received the title 'Champion' and comply with the conditions of article 4.3. In all categories this class is subdivided with regard to breed, variety and sex. In this class a CACIB is awarded.
Premier
This class is open to neutered cats which have already obtained the title 'Premier', and the same rules apply as for Champions, however, only for all neutered cats. In this class a CAPIB is awarded.
Open
This class is open to cats, which are registered in the LO or RIEX of a federation or club affiliated to the FIFe, and aged 10 months during the show (see article 1.17e) and comply with the conditions of article 4.2. In all categories this class is subdivided with regard to breed, variety, and sex and applies to all categories. In this class a CAC is awarded.
Neuter
This class is open to all neutered cats, which are registered in the LO or RIEX of a federation or club, affiliated to the FIFe, and aged 10 months during the show (see article 1.17e). In all categories this class is subdivided with regard to breed, variety, and sex and neuters. In this class a CAP is awarded.
Juniors 6-10 months
This class is open to cats, which are registered in the LO or RIEX of a federation or club, affiliated to the FIFe, and aged 6 months during the show, but not yet 10 months old.
Kittens 3-6 months
The same rules outlined for youngsters from 6 to 10 months apply to kittens aged 3 months, but not yet 6 months old.
Cats competing within classes 1 up to 12 can also compete for Best in Variety with regard to article 4.9 for non-neuters respectively, article 4.11 for neuters and for Best in Show with regard to article 4.8.
Novice Class
A cat can only be exhibited in the "Novice" class at a minimum age of 10 months in its own country after having been checked by the National Breeding Committee with regard to the FIFe Breeding and Registration Rules. The judges must be informed in writing of the reason why the exhibit is in this class. A novice can only be exhibited once in the "Novice" class. Two signatures of different judges are obligatory. The novice cat must obtain the qualification "EXCELLENT" respectively "I" for non-recognized breeds in order to authorize registration.
Control Class
A cat can be checked in the Control class at the request of the National Breeding Committee or at the request of the breeder/exhibitor. In this class cats are checked by two International FIFe judges and this may be done before the official judging starts. The show organiser must provide the judges with a written explanation as to why the cat is presented in this class.
House Cats
House cats should be judged according to the FIFe Standard (see article 5.5).
5.5 non recognized varieties and breeds
Exhibits, which do not belong to a recognized variety, can be entered under a breed number, with the addition of the letter 'x' in the case of an unrecognised colour. For example: PER x, EXO x, SBI x, BRI x, ABY x, BUR x, OSH x.
Those cats, whose colour variety is not recognized, will receive a qualification (Excellent, Very Good, or Good) and will be classified, but will not receive a certificate (CAC, CAP or more). These cats may not compete for Best in Show.
Cats belonging to an unrecognised breed will only be classified 'I, II, III, etc.' and will not receive a qualification. This applies to:
– XLH Longhair progeny,
– XSH Shorthair progeny,
– all house cats,
– all non-recognized breeds listed in the FIFe registration programme.
These cats may not compete for Best in Show, but may compete together for a 'Best of Unrecognised Variety or Breed'.
(*Please check the Breeding & Registration Rules for the showing of preliminary recognised breeds.)
5.6 additional classes
The organizing club is allowed to establish the following additional classes with regard to their local customs, for example:
– class for 'Pairs'
– class for 'Studs'
– class for 'Groups'
– class for 'National Breeding'
– class for 'Imported Cats'
– class for 'Catteries'
– class for 'Queens and Studs'
– class for 'Veterans'
The organizing club must inform the judge in advance, that he has to judge additional classes.
The total number of cats to be judged by one judge may not exceed the stipulated number, as outlined in article 2.9.3 of the judge's rules.
