As a child I grew up in Switzerland and was always surrounded by cats. My love for all breeds of cats including domestics has continued throughout my life.

I started breeding Persians under the prefix Martes and have successfully shown Persian and Exotics for over 20 years. The Martes prefix is well known in Australia and New Zealand for its many Best in Show and Cat of the Year Awards.

I am a fully qualified All Breeds Judge, starting with Group 1 in 1986. I have enjoyed judging in all states of Australia.

I served as an executive member of the Management committee as well as holding the position of treasurer of NSW CFA for 15 years before retiring. I have also held the position of Treasurer with the Co–ordinating Cat Council of Australia and the Feline Health Research Fund.

INTERNATIONAL ASSIGNMENTS
New Zealand, Europe, South Africa, 2006 Singapore, 2008 Singapore, 2010 Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Beijing, Jakarta, Borneo, Chengdu and Thailand