Getting to the showhall in a timely manner is one of the most important things you will do all day. Cat shows wait for neither man nor beast, so it pays to do your research and make sure that you get to the showhall far in advance of the first ring call! Remember that should you be late to the show and you miss a ring because you were not at the showhall, the judge is under no obligation to reopen the class and judge your cat!

With the confirmation you should have also received directions to the showhall. It also pays to double check those directions against an area map. Allow yourself plenty of time – accidents can happen and something unforeseen may happen (traffic, accident) that may slow you down.

In a new city and really confused? If you are staying in one of the designated show hotels, chances are that there are other exhibitors staying there – find one who knows the way in and ask if you might follow.