Article I
The name of this organization shall be United Cat Club Inc.
Article II
The purpose of this club shall be: a. To sponsor and promote the welfare of all breeds of cats, including household pets (mixed breeds); b. To sponsor cat shows and special programs and otherwise promote the interest in and knowledge of all domestic cats; c. To cultivate friendship among and promote the interest of the owners, fanciers, and breeders of cats; d. To encourage breeding toward the TICA Standards and encourage the registration of cats within TICA; e. To promote and encourage kindness to all animals and to assist in the prevention of cruelty and maltreatment of animals; f. To encourage the spaying and neutering of any and all cats not specifically being used as part of a viable breeding program in order to reduce the excessive trend to over-population of, and tragedy among, unwanted domestic cats. Subject to approval of The International Cat Association, this club may adopt and amend by-laws not inconsistent with the by-laws, rules, and regulations of The International Cat Association. Date of Application August 23, 2018.
Article III
Persons interested in the purposes of this club are eligible for membership under the conditions set forth in the by-laws.
Article IV
This club shall be affiliated with The International Cat Association (TICA). All officers and not less than five members (additional members optional) shall be members of TICA in good standing.
Article V
Only members of the club who are also members of TICA in good standing shall be eligible to serve as officers of this club.
Article VI The club is intended primarily to serve the interest of owners, fanciers, and breeders of cats residing in the Mid Atlantic Region
