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A cat show is the ultimate in window shopping for a cat lover and prospective buyer of a pedigreed kitten, and this venue can be a place to connect with reputable breeders.

Wander along the aisles with a smile on your face, and ask all the questions you want. Unless they’re just getting ready to have their cat judged, most exhibitors are happy to talk — you’re asking about one of their favorite subjects, after all: their cats!

You probably can’t get all your questions answered, however, and you’re likely to want to talk to the breeders later. So ask for business cards or get phone numbers, social media handles and e-mail/web addresses — along with notes about the conversation you had with each one so that you remember later what you discussed. Ask about kitten availability and planned breedings, but don’t get too deep into it at the show — the breeder is pretty busy. Enjoy the day and all the gorgeous cats and plan your more serious discussions for later, by phone and in person.

Check out the free educational materials that may be available at the show site. You can often find flyers for upcoming shows, along with informational material on the breeds, cat care, and cat charities. The people staffing the table are happy to answer your questions and are often quite knowledgeable.