Welcome to Fanc-e-Mews, a FREE online publication of The Cat Fanciers' Association, Inc. In this issue, we offer a spotlight on one of our CFA recognized breeds, suggest a book or two, and tell you where to find a CFA cat show in your area. Our feature articles include a potpourri of everything from interesting stories and articles, to recent press releases, to consumer product reviews, to the occasional game, etc. We also advise on legislative hotspots and public affairs issues that affect cats around the country. In our health section, you will find information that will help to make the life of your cats a happy and healthy one. In addition, we invite you to browse through our classified advertising section where you'll find lots of interesting and unique cat items!

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What a Turnout at Meet the Breeds! - The Meet the Breeds event exceeded all expectations!!!

World's Most Prestigious Cat Show Returns to Atlanta - The finest show cats from around the world will be returning to Atlanta's Georgia International Convention Center on November 21-22 to compete for the chance to be named "Best in Show'.

Choosing the Purr-fect Christmas Gift - We've spent some time searching the Internet and have come up with some interesting sites, as well as unique gift items, that are sure to be appreciated by any cat owner.

Christopher Radko Ornament on Sale! - "Purrfect Holiday" is an exquisite, hand blown ornament made exclusively for The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) by the famous Christopher Radko.

The CFA Foundation - The CFA Foundation was established on June 22, 1990 by the CFA Board of Directors as a forum to educate the general public about the existence and history of the cat. See a piece from their collection and look for their booth at the upcoming CFA International Cat Show!

Famous People Who Loved Cats - Elinor Glyn's favorites were her two large Persian cats, one a marmalade and the other ginger in color.

PetsMD Announces Symptom Checker iPhone Application - PetsMD.com, the number one name in free online pet health information, has unveiled their newest consumer friendly feature, the PetsMD Symptom Checker iPhone Application.

Sleepypod to Introduce Crater Dot - Crater Dot is a relaxing pet lounge equivalent to a stylish sofa or modern recliner for humans.

The Hottest New Kitty Playhouses -One Purrfect Place™ products are this years Editor’s Choice Award for Best New Product of 2009 by Cat Fancy Magazine.

Maine's New Animal Welfare License Plate Now Available -The new license plate features colorful silhouettes of a cat, dog, rabbit, horse, and bird with the slogan "respect. love. adopt."

Neko Habitat LLC Announces International Launch of Exquisitely Designed Pet Furniture - These beds, masterfully crafted in Neko Habitat’s hallmark contemporary style, are designed to pamper kittens, cats and small dogs.

Jigsaw Puzzles - See if you can solve the Maine Coon and Japanese Bobtail jigsaw puzzles.

In the Poet's Corner - Betsy Stowe, an award-winning freelance writer and photographer, is a regular contributor to our "Poet's Corner." She is joined in this issue by poet, Debra Sherman.

Just for Laughs - Award-winning cartoonist Stephanie Piro is a regular in our features area and provides another delightful cartoon. Stephanie is joined by Steve Langille who produces single panel cartoons called "Strange Breed", and Jerry King, one of the most published, prolific and versatile cartoonists in the world today.

CFA Promotes Spay & Neuter Programs - Surgical sterilization is currently the only foolproof and permanent method of birth control for cats.Non-surgical sterilization is possible for the future.

Visit a Cat Show near you! We've included a listing of licensed CFA cat shows around the world. Plan to attend a show in your local area!

Me-Ow! Inflammatory Bowel Disease Can Affect Cats - One of the symptoms an animal must show to meet the criteria for an IBD diagnosis is gastrointestinal upset for more than three weeks.

A Squinting Cat May Signal Conjunctivitis - If your handsome Maine coon winks at you from across the room and doesn't stop, it's probably not saying, "Hey baby, can I buy you a drink?"

IMULAN to Present Feline Stomatitis Data at 2009 Veterinary Dental Forum - Imulan BioTherapeutics has been selected to present their most recent findings on feline stomatitis at this year's Veterinary Dental Forum.

Oriental - From the tip of its nose to the end of its long, whippy tail, the Oriental is a study in sleek design.

What's New in Cat Books? - We take a look at the new and exciting recently-released books all about felines and their care, plus include a compilation of interesting cat books to delight the taste of all readers, along with breed specific books that will provide historical information as well as care guides for individual breeds

Fanc-e-Classifieds - Be sure and visit Fanc-e-Classifieds which is the purr-fect one-stop shopping place for all your feline needs! You'll enjoy looking through the many varied, useful, intriguing and interesting items that are available. Additional advertisers are being added on a regular basis! We suggest you bookmark this page, and stop by regularly!

Check out what's coming in our next issue -

Ring In the New Year With A Healthier, Happier Cat
Cat Writers' Association Contest Winners
Feline Lymphoma Can Go All Over
Report on the CFA International Cat Show
Keep Pets Safe
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