Ruth,

Apologies for the delay in reply.

As I explained in my email to you, the relevant show rule is 15.01.1. Permission was asked and granted for a substitution before the actual show. Indeed for the very same show permission was NOT granted to another request for substition for other very serious reasons. Cats are not SWOPPED at any time, but, substitutions are granted for good reason.

The HHP category is seriously contended in Malaysia and I am very happy that it is. It is, besides the Premiership category, the best showcase for any cat lover's group to promote Spay/Neuter, TNR, and responsible cat ownership.

I was very happy with the amount of noise and excitement the HHP category generated at the show. Many of the public AND the international exhibitors (all seasoned pro exhibitors) actually for the first time in a long time went and actually watched the HHP finals.

I thank you for asking for clarification. It actually does help when people do not understand the rules. There is much leniancy allowed for the HHP category and especially in Asia.

CFA is all about Pedigree cats AND cat welfare. The Winn Feline Foundation would not have been established if not for CFA's concern for Cat Welfare and many many cats around the world have benefitted from the Foundation.

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