Isobel began breeding Abyssinians in 1976 and although no longer breeding they still share her home. She joined Siamese and Shorthair Cat Club of Queensland in 1976 and is now a life member. Isobel became a Group Three Judge in 1983; Group Two in 1987; and All–breeds in 1997. She has judged extensively in Queensland and interstate as well as in New Zealand. In addition to being a long serving senior judge, has held positions over the years as a Tutor Judge, as well as Chair person of Judge’s Associations, and been a delegate to, and on, committees of various cat organisations.

INTERNATIONAL ASSIGNMENTS
2004 NZ, 2008 NZ, 2009 NZ, 2011 NZ