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The Townsville Cat Expo 2026 was an unforgettable weekend for Born Bold Cats, combining an important health milestone with the opportunity to educate hundreds of cat lovers through live demonstrations and public engagement.

Before the expo, all of our current breeding cats underwent comprehensive HCM (Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy) heart screening, providing peace of mind that our breeding program continues to prioritise health, welfare and responsible breeding practices. This annual screening remains a cornerstone of our commitment to producing healthy, confident Sphynx and Elf cats.

The following day, Sir Dobby returned to the stage alongside his young understudy, Kreature, delighting visitors with live demonstrations of positive reinforcement training. Together they showcased the intelligence, confidence and trainability of cats, proving that feline companions are capable of so much more than most people imagine.

Throughout the day, we met hundreds of visitors, answered questions about Sphynx and Elf cats, discussed feline behaviour and enrichment, and demonstrated how science-based training strengthens the relationship between cats and their families. Watching Kreature confidently take his place beside Sir Dobby marked an exciting milestone in the next generation of Born Bold ambassadors.

The Townsville Cat Expo reinforced everything Born Bold Cats and The Smart Cat Society stand for—ethical breeding, comprehensive health testing, lifelong education and helping owners better understand the incredible potential of their cats.

We would like to thank the organisers, volunteers and everyone who visited our stage presentations and stand. We are already looking forward to returning to Townsville for future events.

Want to learn more about HCM screening, cat behaviour and positive reinforcement training? Visit our Learning Library or explore The Smart Cat Society for practical, science-based advice to help every cat owner build a stronger relationship with their cat.

The Maryborough Cat Expo 2025 was a fantastic two-day event that celebrated responsible cat ownership, feline education and the incredible abilities of trained companion cats. Throughout the weekend, we presented live stage demonstrations highlighting cat training, confidence building and the intelligence of Sphynx and Elf cats.

One of the highlights of the event was delivering an educational presentation on feline genetics and ethical breeding, helping both breeders and cat owners better understand the importance of health testing, responsible breeding practices and lifelong welfare.

Working alongside the dedicated All Cats Matter team, the expo provided a wonderful opportunity to connect with current and future cat owners, answer questions about Sphynx cats, discuss feline behaviour and promote positive reinforcement training.

Thank you to everyone who attended our demonstrations, visited our stand and supported our mission to educate, inspire and improve the lives of companion cats throughout Australia. We look forward to returning to future Maryborough Cat Expo events.

Interested in learning more about feline behaviour, health and training? Visit our Learning Library for practical guides or explore The Smart Cat Society for education designed to help every cat owner build a stronger relationship with their cat.