Dr Mia Cobb
Chaser Innovation Research Fellow (Canine Welfare Science); John McKenzie Fellow (Science), Animal Welfare Science Centre, Melbourne Veterinary School, Faculty of Science, University of Melbourne
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Sciences & Technology
Research
Greyhound racing says it’s transparent, so we used AI to check - dog by dog
When an industry publishes its own welfare data, how can anyone check it? We built AI agents to go through the public records on fatalities in greyhound racing and found a rising death rate
Sciences & Technology
Opinion
What the global decline of greyhound racing means for all dogs
On International Dog Day, we’re seeing a fundamental change in how people think about animals. And anyone caring for dogs must understand it comes with profound responsibilities
Sciences & Technology
Analysis
Your dog is talking to you, but you need to learn how to listen
People talk to their dogs a lot – but what many may not realise is dogs are communicating back, just not in our language
Arts & Culture
What we watched, read and listened to in 2024: Part One
The books, podcasts, TV series, poems, footy matches and more that inspired us in 2024
Sciences & Technology
How to give your animal friends a stress-free holiday season
From posing for the family Christmas photo to the hot days of summer – here are some tips to help give your pet a happy holiday as well
Sciences & Technology
Science can help dogs enjoy their best life
A new TV series explores the journey of dogs, but science is giving us new insights into how we can help our canine friends thrive