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Carla Francis (Dip. CMA. Fel) is the internationally recognised author of three books translated into multiple languages. Her work has been featured extensively across Australia, on SBS and ABC radio, as well as in The Daily Telegraph, Herald Sun, The Courier Mail, and in Cat World UK. She's also the in-house pet travel expert for PetsForever app, and she has also received an award in the animal narrative category at the 2021 International Book Awards USA.

May 31, 2025

Cat Flying Through Istabul Airport

Flying with Pets Through Istanbul Airport: What You Need to Know If you’re from a country where seeing pets at airports—let alone sitting beside you on a flight—is a rarity, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by how incredibly pet-friendly Istanbul Airport (IST) is. I had the opportunity to experience it firsthand while flying both domestically from…

May 20, 2025

5 Bookstores For Cat People

5 Bookstores for cat people. There’s a certain magic about bookstores and being surrounded by thousands of stories; the soft sound of pages turning and the smell of both old and freshly printed paper. You can find comfort in the armchairs or in piles of books from your favorite genre — but even better than…

May 18, 2025

How Our Emotions Shape Our Pets' Lives

How Our Emotions Shape Our Pets’ Lives—The Mood Mirror. There’s an old Japanese saying: Kokoro no heiwa ga, shin no kōfuku e no michi – “Peace of mind is the path to true happiness.” This saying emphasises that genuine happiness stems from inner tranquillity. In the context of our relationships with pets, it suggests that maintaining a calm…

May 15, 2025

Must Know Car Travel Safety Tips For Dogs In Australia

Car Travel Safety Tips for Dogs in Australia. Taking your furry mate for a car ride can be tricky. Many Aussie motorists love travelling with their dog, but loose pups can bring chaos and is illegal.  Police might hand you a fine if they spot an excited pooch jumping around. In Australia, it’s illegal to…

May 14, 2025

International Chihuahua Day

International Chihuahua Appreciation Day: How to Celebrate the World’s Smallest Big Personality   Did you know there’s a whole day devoted to celebrating the world’s sassiest small dog? On May 14th, Chihuahua lovers around the globe honour this feisty breed with flair. Whether you’re a proud Chi paw-rent or just an admirer of pint-sized pups…