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 Sydney Royal Easter Show 2026 was one of the most rewarding events in Born Bold Cats’ journey, combining success in the show ring with the opportunity to educate thousands of visitors about the incredible potential of cats.

A major highlight was Sir Dobby’s live stage appearance alongside Farmer Dave, where together they demonstrated the intelligence, confidence and trainability of companion cats. With an audience of approximately 500 people, the presentation challenged long-held myths about feline behaviour and showed how positive reinforcement, enrichment and trust can unlock remarkable abilities in cats. Watching the crowd’s reactions as Sir Dobby performed was an unforgettable experience and a proud moment for The Smart Cat Society.

The show ring was equally rewarding, with our cats representing Born Bold Cats with confidence and professionalism throughout the event. Their calm temperaments, outstanding presentation and strong results reflected years of ethical breeding, early socialisation and positive training.

Beyond the competition and demonstrations, one of the greatest rewards of Sydney Royal 2026 was the friendships formed throughout the event. We were especially grateful to meet the wonderful team at TrueEco, whose shared passion for animal welfare, sustainability and education made for an inspiring partnership that we look forward to building into the future.

Sydney Royal Easter Show continues to be one of Australia’s premier animal events, and we are incredibly proud to play a role in educating the public, promoting responsible cat ownership and demonstrating that cats are intelligent, capable companions deserving of greater recognition.

We would like to thank everyone who visited our displays, attended the stage presentation and supported our mission to change the way people think about cats. We are already looking forward to returning next year.

Inspired by Sir Dobby’s performance? Visit our Learning Library to discover how cats learn through positive reinforcement, or explore The Smart Cat Society for practical behaviour and training advice designed for every cat owner.

The Cat Lovers Sydney Expo 2025 was one of the highlights of our year and an incredible opportunity to showcase the intelligence, confidence and trainability of cats to a national audience.

Over two exciting days, Born Bold Cats and Sir Dobby met thousands of passionate cat lovers, with an estimated 40,000 visitors attending the event. Our demonstrations showed how positive reinforcement and enrichment can help cats develop remarkable skills while strengthening the bond between cats and their families.

Alongside the expo, our cats also competed in the show ring, performing exceptionally well and earning multiple awards. Their calm temperaments and confidence in a busy environment reflected the importance of early socialisation, ethical breeding and ongoing training.

The journey covered almost 4,000 kilometres over six days, making it one of our biggest adventures of the year. While the travel was extensive, the opportunity to educate the public, connect with fellow breeders and cat enthusiasts, and promote responsible cat ownership made every kilometre worthwhile.

Thank you to everyone who visited our stand, watched Sir Dobby in action and supported our mission to change the way people think about cats. We look forward to returning to future Cat Lovers Expo events.

Interested in learning more about cat behaviour, training and responsible ownership? Explore our Learning Library or visit The Smart Cat Society for practical, science-based advice for every cat owner.

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.