Carmen
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I’m a globe-trotting expat whose life now revolves around one adventure dog and five spoiled rescue cats. From Africa to Europe to the Middle East, every move has added another chapter to my story — and often another furry family member along the way.
Although I studied law, my path took a different turn, leading me to a life centered around my pets and the adventures they take me on. These days, you’ll find me in Dubai (for now), splitting my time between planning the next road trip with Marty and Frankie, and refereeing the daily antics of five crazy cats. Life is never dull, always full of pawprints, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
Marty
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This fun-loving, globe-trotting and adventure-seeking mutt, started life from humble beginnings in Spain at a crowded kill shelter. We immediately fell in love with him and he became part of our family just one month later!
His old life merely a faint memory now, Marty considers himself a serious foodie who takes treat taste-testing very seriously in the Cunningham kitchen. He loves his regular playdates, long walks, and hiking adventures, but most importantly he loves his momma and keeps her days packed with endless joy, fun and adventure!
Frankie
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This ginger adventurer first rocked up at our front door as a tiny kitten, looking all cute and innocent… until he got inside. From that moment on, Frankie made it clear he was here to stay — and to stir up a little chaos along the way!
When he’s not joining Marty on road trips, hikes, and staycations, Frankie fully embraces his role as the “annoying little brother,” constantly finding new ways to pester his feline siblings. He’s super chatty, hopelessly attached to his mom (sleeping on her head whenever he can), and always ready to turn everyday life into an adventure.
Stevie
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This blind beauty was rescued as a fragile three-week-old kitten in Dubai, but don’t let her sweet look fool you! Stevie rules the house with absolute confidence. What she lacks in sight, she makes up for in sass, smarts, and a voice that always makes sure she has the last word.
She quickly crowned herself queen of the family, wrapping both Marty and her feline siblings firmly around her little paw. Whether she’s climbing furniture, racing on the cat wheel, or perching on a shoulder like royalty, Stevie proves every day that blindness doesn’t hold her back one bit. In her world, she’s not just keeping up — she’s leading the way.
Tony
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Tony was the very first rescue, and the one who sparked her mom’s full-blown cat obsession. After her dad scooped her off the streets, she quickly claimed her place in the family and became the gentle soul at the heart of it all.
Though naturally a little anxious, Tony blossoms with patience and at her own pace, rewarding you with affection when she feels like it. She reigns as the Catio Queen, happily spending hours in the garden watching birds from the shade. While she values her own space, Tony has a soft spot for her blind sister Stevie, and the two often play together — proving that even the shyest cats can have the happiest hearts.
Joey
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Joey’s story began on the streets of Dubai, where he was found protecting a tiny kitten who would become his inseparable sister, Rosie. The pair were the only survivors of their colony, enduring accidents, pest control, and the relentless heat. After several anxious days of searching during the floods of April 2024, it was a done deal: Joey and Rosie were coming home for good. From the start, it was clear they weren’t going anywhere — no matter how much their mom pretended they were “just fosters.”
As the self-appointed big brother, Joey is bold, quick to throw the first punch, and loyal to the one person he chose as his own: his mom. He smothers her with affection, shadows her every move, and keeps the family on edge with his headstrong ways. Fierce and protective, Joey guards his little sister with pride and lives every day with a larger-than-life presence.
Rosie
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Rosie was rescued as the smallest of kittens, abandoned after her mother rejected her. With Joey stepping in as her protector, the two became inseparable, surviving what no other member of their colony did. From the start, Rosie looked up to her big brother — following his lead on every adventure and seeking him out for comfort when the day was done.
A dainty and aloof little soul, Rosie carries a quiet sweetness that reveals itself on her terms. She mirrors Joey in nearly everything, and together they remain an unbreakable pair. Gentle yet resilient, Rosie is the steady balance to her brother’s boldness — the softer half of their survival story.
Name
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Joey’s story began on the streets of Dubai, where he was found protecting a tiny kitten who would become his inseparable sister, Rosie. The pair were the only survivors of their colony, enduring accidents, pest control, and the relentless heat. After several anxious days of searching during the floods of April 2024, it was a done deal: Joey and Rosie were coming home for good. From the start, it was clear they weren’t going anywhere — no matter how much their mom pretended they were “just fosters.”
As the self-appointed big brother, Joey is bold, quick to throw the first punch, and loyal to the one person he chose as his own: his mom. He smothers her with affection, shadows her every move, and keeps the family on edge with his headstrong ways. Fierce and protective, Joey guards his little sister with pride and lives every day with a larger-than-life presence.
