Associate Professor Leonie Richards
Associate Professor (General Practice) Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences, University of Melbourne
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Environment
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Why cats obsess over Christmas trees
Bright, dangly, shiny things hanging off branches may lead to feline mayhem, but not (usually) injury – except perhaps to your tree
Sciences & Technology
Make sure your pets have festive fun too
The holiday season is a time for treats - but many of the things that bring humans joy can be hazardous for our pets
Sciences & Technology
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Why a cat’s whiskers are the bee’s knees
These multipurpose organs are a navigation aid, early warning system, indicator of mood ... and much more
Sciences & Technology
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Does a wet nose mean a healthy dog?
It’s a well-worn adage that drives thousands of visits to the vet, so let’s unwrap the fact from the fiction
Sciences & Technology
If your dog is overweight, you probably are too
Our pets are getting fatter, and the blame lies with us as we humanise and treat our pets as equals