In CFA (Cat Fanciers Association), Grand Champion (GC) is the title awarded to an adult cat having defeated 200 champions in its competition category. Grand Premier (GP) is the equivalent title for an altered cat. Distinguished Merit (DM) is the title given to a cat which has produced the required number of Grand Champions, Grand Premiers, or Distinguished Merit Cats (5 for females and 15 for males). Regional Winner (RW) is the highest and most prestigious title a cat (adult cat, kitten, or altered cat) can achieve on a regional level. National Winner (NW) is the highest and most prestigious title a cat (adult, kitten, or altered) can achieve on a national level.