REGISTRATIONS FAQ's
1. How do I register my cat if it's already registered in another association?
A 3-generation Certified pedigree from another association on the cat for which application is being made and a photocopy of a registration certificate from that association showing proof that the cat is owned by the person making the application and asking to be named the owner of the cat.
2. What if I don't have a certified pedigree with which to register my cat?
A 3-generation pedigree, stating the color and pattern and the registering association's assigned registration number, for each ancestor listed. This pedigree must be signed by the breeder of the cat for which application is being made and must include a statement that this pedigree is true and correct to the best of the breeder's knowledge; the breeder must checkmark NOT FOR BREEDING or NOT FOR SHOWING if those statements apply. In addition, a photocopy of a registration certificate from another association or a bill of sale showing proof that the cat is owned by the person making the application and asking to be named the owner of the cat.
3. How do I change the name of my cat?
The TICA Registration Rules state:
“39.4 The names of cats may not be changed in any manner after they have been registered, except:
39.4.1 The correction of clerical errors in the recorder's office.
39.4.2 The addition of a cattery name as provided in ARTICLE EIGHT, 38.7, 38.8, and 38.10.
39.4.3 To re-register as Household Pets, TICA registered championship class cats may be registered pursuant to Show Rule 23.7.2.
39.4.4 A name change may be requested provided the Executive Office receives the request for a name change within 45 days (60 days in remote areas) from the date of issue of the initial Registration Certificate and the request is accompanied by the original Registration Certificate and the designated fee, which fee shall be determined by the Board of Directors. The name change will be approved only if there has been no previous transaction recorded for the cat by the Executive Office (i.e., show wins, lease agreement, or any transaction processed in the original name of the cat).” The fee is $50.
4. How do I get my cat transferred to my name?
To transfer a TICA registered cat, please submit the Certificate of Registration to the Executive Office with the signature of all owners on the reverse of the certificate and the name of the new owner filled out plus the fee.
5. If I want to co - own my cat, what's the difference between "and" and "and/or" between the names of the co-owners?
The “slash” means either/or, so if you were signing a litter registration as the owner of the sire or dam, either owner could sign. The “and” means both, so on a litter, both owners would be required to sign as the owner of the sire or dam. This does not apply to transferring or leasing a cat. In the case of a transfer ALL owners must sign on the reverse of the certificate. In the case of a lease, ALL owners must sign the lease form.
6. How do I register my Household Pet (HHP)?
Fill out the HHP Registration Form (see "OFFICIAL FORMS", "REGISTRATION", "HHP"). Owner's names are allowed in the cat's name. HHP’s may only be registered as spay or neuter. HHP's may not use the name of a breed in the name. Only the owner's registered TICA cattery name may be suffix (follows the word "of"). Duplicate HHP names are allowed but discouraged if possible. A HHP may not have a TICA registered cattery name in the prefix position.
7. Why can't I use my name or address in the name of my cat?
In the purebred registry, when the same name is used on several cats STAR CHARLIE, STAR REGGIE, STAR FUNKY, or the reverse, it shows up in catalogs and in pedigrees and appears to be a TICA registered cattery. People are most likely to choose their name or address to use in this manner when they don't know how cattery names are used which is the reason for the Executive Office procedure not to allow it. If they choose to register their name or part of their address as a TICA cattery, we are happy to do so.
8. Why did you add “/ID” to the end of my cat's name?
When a cat is registered from another association with a cattery name (prefix or suffix) that is a TICA registered cattery name that is not registered to the breeder/owner of the cat, we add “/ID” to denote that this is not the TICA registered owner of that cattery. When the cat's name is seen in a pedigree, there is at least some question as to the TICA registered owner of the cattery being the owner or the breeder of the cat.
9. Where can I find a list of outstanding catteries?
Contact your regional director or file a complaint. Please be sure to read the questions and answers on the complaint form.