Is this a real cat show?

chellen2

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I accidentally posted this question in the wrong section. I have never attended a cat show. I have been looking for something in my area.
Are the shows that Steven Meserve attends, respectable cat shows? Do any reputable breeders attend these events? I'm not sure if these are CFA or TICA shows or neither.
 

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I followed him on ig somehow, I am not sure which shows he does. The cats are gorgeous though.
 

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I had to look him up. I can't see that he's associated with either CFA or TICA or any other cat association. I actually didn't find a lot of information but it looks like he may have created his own.
 

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His shows are more like an exhibition. Sure there are some nice cats there. But I think most are coming from the local area. There are not many cats competing at each show. I have known CFA people who will do his shows if they don't have another to attend and it's in their area. It would be a good place to check out the breeds. His admission prices are outrageous - he is making it inaccessible to many families.
Would I ever put my cats in his shows - no. They are/were focused on CFA which focuses on judging and not entertainment.

But I think LCWW is great in many aspects - they bring visibility to pedigree cats and the fancy in general.
 
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