Benched

Benched: An area where a cat is kept and displayed when it is not being judged.
Benching cage: Show hall cage where a cat is kept and displayed when it is not being judged.
Best in Show: Most points and winner of a championship.

Check that the cat's ears are clean and that it is free of fleas. Every exhibit must pass a veterinary inspection before it can be benched and it would be a shame to be refused entry for something which is easily prevented.
The night before the show ...

See also: Sire, Champion, Cat Fancy, Shaded, Blue-cream