Hawkeye State Cat Club

Hawkeye State Cat Club Hawkeye State Cat Club is a member club of The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA), based in Des Moines Iowa. Traditional show date, 2nd weekend in February.

The mission of Hawkeye State Cat Club is to increase awareness of the cat fancy. Hawkeye State Cat Club was founded in October 1947 by four women who shared an interest in cats. It was originally a local club with no national affiliation. When membership increased, the decision was made to join a national organization. Members chose to become a member club of The Cat Fanciers' Association Inc. (CF

A) because of their high breed standards. At that time, CFA had fewer than 40 member clubs. One of Hawkeye State's founding members, Mrs. John (Lillias) Bloom was a member of CFA's national board, later serving as the organization's president. CFA has grown from a small national organization to the world's largest registry of pedigreed cats, with member clubs across the world. Hawkeye State Cat Club was incorporated under the laws of Iowa in August 1960. Our membership includes active breeders of pedigreed cats, household pet owners, and people who just love and enjoy cats. Our first show was held on January 9-10, 1954 at the Hotel Fort Des Moines, with 208 cats on display. The club has since held shows in Waterloo, Marshalltown, Des Moines, West Des Moines, and Altoona. Our current show hall is on the east side of Des Moines at the Iowa State Fairgrounds.. Hawkeye State's purpose is to promote selective breeding, to improve the cat fancy, and to encourage better health, nutrition, and care of all cats. This CFA member club is a non-profit corporation. Profits from our shows, if there are any, are donated to local and national organizations which provide care and research for the welfare of all cats.

Wishing all a happy 2026!
12/31/2025

Wishing all a happy 2026!

It's all kissin', NO hissin' Valentine's Day Weekend with Hawkeye State and Wild Rose Cat Clubs in Des Moines, IA. Join...
12/27/2025

It's all kissin', NO hissin' Valentine's Day Weekend with Hawkeye State and Wild Rose Cat Clubs in Des Moines, IA. Join us!

12/14/2025

Hanukkah begins tonight at sunset. May those who celebrate enjoy eight crazy nights!

The members of Hawkeye State Cat Club send Thanksgiving wishes to all, with hopes that this doesn't look like your kitch...
11/27/2025

The members of Hawkeye State Cat Club send Thanksgiving wishes to all, with hopes that this doesn't look like your kitchen today or any day!

11/17/2025

Today we lost one of CFA's best--Don Williams. He served as CFA President for 14 years, and held that office when I spoke before the BoD to advance the Selkirk Rex to Championship status. I am certain many of us have wonderful stories about Don and the times we handled under him. Please share them here.

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11/13/2025
4Happy Veteran's Day to all who serve.
11/11/2025

4Happy Veteran's Day to all who serve.

Happy Veterans Day

11/01/2025

🎸😺 Happy Halloween from HISS! 😺🎸

The fur is fierce, the claws are out, and the treats are rolling in! 🐾
Your favorite feline rockers are here to wish you a purrfectly spooky night filled with whisker-tingling fun, crunchy treats, and lots of cat-titude! 🎃✨

Keep it loud, keep it proud — and remember:
You wanted the best, you got the best... the hottest cats in the world — HISS! 🖤🔥🐈‍⬛

10/29/2025

It's National Cat Day! Share some pictures of your feline friend with us. 😸

08/08/2025

🐱💖 Happy International Cat Day! 💖🐱
Today we celebrate the whiskered wonders who rule our homes, our hearts, and occasionally our keyboards. From the gentle purrs that melt our stress away to the dramatic “feed me” stares, cats fill our days with magic and mischief. ✨

But let’s not forget—many cats are still out there in the streets, shelters, and foster homes, dreaming of a safe place to call their own. 🐾

This International Cat Day, let’s give our own kitties extra cuddles… and think about the ones still waiting. You can be their hero—adopt, foster, volunteer, or simply share their stories. Every small act of kindness can change a life. ❤️

Because every cat—big or small, sassy or shy—deserves a happily ever after. 🐾🏡

07/14/2025

The Midwest Region has lost one of our own. Please keep Cathy's family in your thoughts.

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Address

P. O. Box 3153
Des Moines, IA
50316

Opening Hours

9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.cfainc.org/

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Hawkeye State Cat Club was founded in October 1947 by four women who shared an interest in cats. It was originally a local club with no national affiliation. When membership increased, the decision was made to join a national organization. Members chose to become a member club of The Cat Fanciers' Association Inc. (CFA) because of their high breed standards. At that time, CFA had fewer than 40 member clubs. One of Hawkeye State's founding members, Mrs. John (Lillias) Bloom was a member of CFA's national board, later serving as the organization's president. CFA has grown from a small national organization to the world's largest registry of pedigreed cats, with member clubs across the world. Hawkeye State Cat Club was incorporated under the laws of Iowa in August 1960. Our membership includes active breeders of pedigreed cats, household pet owners, and people who just love and enjoy cats. Our first show was held on January 9-10, 1954 at the Hotel Fort Des Moines, with 208 cats on display. The club has since held shows in Waterloo, Marshalltown and Des Moines, before settling into our current show location, The Palace Theatre in Adventureland Park, Altoona, IA. Hawkeye State's purpose is to promote selective breeding, to improve the cat fancy, and to encourage better health, nutrition, and care of all cats. This CFA member club is a non-profit corporation. Profits from our shows, if there are any, are donated to local and national organizations which provide care and research for the welfare of all cats.