PhD Candidate, University of Adelaide
I'm a PhD candidate in animal behaviour, with a special interest in feline behaviour, animal affective states and human-cat dyads.
My current PhD project focuses on play as an indicator and promotor of welfare in domestic cats.
I'm passionate about science communication and enjoy using my background in film, composition and live performance to effectively communicate scientific findings.
TikTok says orange cats are 'dumb', and tortoiseshell cats have 'an attitude'. But how true is that?
Jan 16, 2024 09:33 am UTC| Insights & Views
If youve watched cat videos on social media lately, you may have encountered the idea a cats coat colour tells us something about their personality. Orange cats are supposedly dumb, always falling off beds or getting...
Why do cats and dogs get the zoomies?
Jan 26, 2023 12:04 pm UTC| Life
Does your cat or dog suddenly get a burst of energy and perform athletic feats around the house that would make even a gold medallist jealous? Welcome to the world of zoomies. Zoomies involve intense periods of...
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