about me

I first became interested in the fabulous world of cat behaviour when I was working as a veterinary nurse at an animal shelter. I wanted to learn more about what the feline residents required so that we could cater for their behavioural needs as best we could.

Fast forward to now and I have completed the following qualifications:

• Advanced Certificate in Feline Behaviour 'with distinction' - International Society of Feline Medicine;
• Diploma in Feline Behaviour and Psychology 'with distinction' - Centre of Excellence;
• Diploma in Advanced Feline Behaviour - Compass Education and Training;
• Advanced Certificate in Understanding and Dealing with Feline Fear and Anxiety - Pet Education and Training; and 
• Advanced Certificate in Feline Nursing and Behaviour - International Cat Care.

These are in addition to my Certificate IV in Companion Animal Services and Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.

In December 2024, I achieved official accreditation as a Certified Cat Behaviour Consultant (CCBC) through the International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants (IAABC) via an extensive examination process.  This is a very important achievement for me. Unfortunately, here in Australia, the animal behaviour industry is largely unregulated - meaning anyone can technically call themselves an "animal behaviour consultant", regardless of their qualifications, training and experience (or lack of). The rigorous examination process through IAABC provides me with internationally recognised credentials that validate my experience and skills in the field of cat behaviour.

I am also a Feline Professional Member of the Pet Professional Guild Australia (PPGA), a professional body with a code of ethics I abide by in my work with clients and their pets. I am a force-free, fear-free, positive reinforcement advocate in all of my work, and I have written several cat behaviour articles for the Guild's magazine "Barks from the Guild".

I am constantly updating and adding to my skills base through continuing education opportunities so that I can bring the very latest in cat behaviour research (and fear-free modification techniques) to my clients and their feline family members.

Last, but not least, I am a qualified dog trainer through The Delta Institute, so I am equipped to help solve some of the more common problems between cats and dogs in the family home ... Or, for more complex cases, I can put you in touch with some wonderful positive dog trainers who we can work alongside of.

After losing my beloved 20-year-old cat "Mr Poo" in 2022 (he's featured on the home page and is the inspiration for my logo), I currently share my home with one feline friend - a sassy 19-year-old lady named "Lily" (pictured with me here). There's also my loving husband and one gorgeous dog - both of whom Lily ... ummm ... tolerates!