The cat project currently has 3 units. Typically 4-H members start out in Unit 1 their first year and work up to Unit 3 their 3rd year.
Unit 1:
Inspiring youth to:
- Gather information about owning a cat
- Decide on best type of cat Properly groom a cat
- Communicate procedure and benefits of spaying/neutering
- Use body type to help identify different breeds
- Name, locate and describe at least 15 body parts
- Conduct a cat hazards home survey
- Decide on type of liter preferred
- Develop a budget
- Create an up-to-date record of vaccinations
Unit 2
Inspiring youth to:
- Learn more about cat identification
- Learn about training and showing cats
- Gain knowledge about responsible cat ownership
Unit 3
Inspiring youth to:
- Compare aged vs younger cat
- Identify cat's body system
- Organize a cat show
- Conduct showmanship clinic
- Learn and record community cat laws
- Assess own leadership skills
- Teach cat activity
4-H E-Records were previously known as Record Books. Each project has its own E-Record book that members are required to complete each year. We recommend downloading and starting your record book right away. All record books should be kept in a 3-ring binder. The front cover should have the 4-H'ers name, unit number, and project.
Need help filling out your E-Record? Talk to your club leader, project leader, or visit our E-Record help page.
Record Book Check-In Sheet
Cat Display Board Record Books
Junior Companion Animal Record Books
Intermediate Companion Animal Record Books
Senior Companion Animal Record Books
Cat Projects Volunteers Needed
Larimer County 4-H is seeking volunteers to support the Cat Project. Volunteers will work with the Cat Key Leader & the Extension Agent to coordinate educational workshops and other educational resources in their project area for members county-wide. In the Cat project, youth learn about cat breeds, behavior, good health, grooming, feeding, and more. The project is open to youth 8-18 years old. If you are interested in supporting educational programming for youth in the Cat Project, please contact us to learn more.
The Larimer County 4-H Cat project is designed to provide an opportunity to handle, care for and learn about cats. Members learn responsibility, leadership, communication and the importance of keeping accurate records. Typically, 4-H members care for a cat their family already owned for this project.