About the National American Shorthair Club

The National American Shorthair Club (NASC) is the largest world-wide CFA American Shorthair breed club. We welcome your membership or donations.

The objectives of this Club are:

To promote and develop interest in and knowledge of the American Shorthair cat.
To hold and sponsor cat shows.
To encourage breeding the American Shorthair cat to the CFA standard.
To cultivate and encourage kinship and communication among the members of the club and American Shorthair breeders.
To promote and encourage a high standard of ethics in the breeding, care, sales, and exhibiting of American Shorthair cats.
To promote the welfare of all cats.

Why should you join the National American Shorthair Club?

A great social environment for you and your cats, both at cat shows and online.
Early access to the American Connection newsletter (issues are archived and made available to the public one year after publication)
Eligibility for annual awards.
Advocacy by the Club’s leadership with the Breed Council and CFA for breed standards.

Why should you donate to the National American Shorthair Club?

Reach a dedicated and focused world-wide group of cat breeders, exhibitors, and owners
Spread the word about your winner, your cattery, your club, or your cat-oriented business or association
To further the goals and objectives of the National American Shorthair Club.