Explore every episode of the podcast Tales and Tails - from animal history.
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| Ep 45: Hollywood superstar Rin Tin Tin. | 05 Mar 2025 | 00:07:06 | |
In this episode we look at the amazing life and career of Hollywood's favourite German Shepherd - Rin Tin Tin. It's also the final episode for this podcast series. Many thanks to all our listeners and supporters. We hope the podcast has given you enjoyment. For the final time, many thanks also to our episode partners: | |||
| Ep 44: The origin of the Maine Coon cat. | 19 Feb 2025 | 00:06:14 | |
In this episode we're continuing our series looking at the origin stories of popular pet breeds. Today is all about the Main Coon cat. Many thanks to our episode partners: | |||
| Ep 43: The origin of the Bernese mountain dog. | 05 Feb 2025 | 00:05:35 | |
In this episode we're continuing our series looking at the origin stories of popular pet breeds. Today is all about the Bernese mountain dog. Many thanks to our episode partners: https://eastbentleighanimalcare.com.au
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| Ep 42: Ham the chimpanzee. | 26 Dec 2024 | 00:06:53 | |
In this episode we're looking at the life of Ham, the first great ape in space. We hope all our listeners are enjoying their festive season. We are having a break over the Australian Summer and will be back with our next episode on FEBRUARY 6th, 2025!!! Many thanks to our episode sponsors: https://waverleyanimalhospital.com.au
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| Ep 41: The origin of the Manx cat. | 12 Dec 2024 | 00:04:44 | |
In this episode we're continuing our series looking at the origin stories of popular pet breeds. Today is all about one of the most distinctive cat breeds - the Manx. Many thanks to our episode partners: https://melbourneveterinaryrehabilitation.com
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| Ep 40: The origin of the Daschund. | 27 Nov 2024 | 00:07:20 | |
In this episode we're continuing our series looking at the origin stories of popular pet breeds. Today is all about one of the most popular pet dog breeds - the Daschund. Many thanks to our episode partners: https://eastbentleighanimalcare.com.au
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| Ep 39: WW2 and Dr 'Buster' Lloyd-Jones. | 14 Nov 2024 | 00:05:50 | |
In this episode we're looking at the achievements of Dr William - better known as 'Buster' - Lloyd-Jones. Many thanks to our episode partners: https://waverleyanimalhospital.com.au
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| Ep 38: Pickles the trophy finder. | 30 Oct 2024 | 00:04:06 | |
In this episode we're looking at the story of Pickles, the dog who recovered arguably England's most famous sporting trophy, the 1966 FIFA World Cup. Many thanks to our episode partners: https://melbourneveterinaryrehabilitation.com
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| Ep 37: The origins of the Siamese cat. | 17 Oct 2024 | 00:06:32 | |
In this episode we're continuing our series looking at the origin stories of popular pet breeds. Today is all about the Siamese cat. Many thanks to our episode partners: https://eastbentleighanimalcare.com.au
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| Ep 36: The origin of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. | 03 Oct 2024 | 00:06:25 | |
In this episode we're continuing our series looking at the origin stories of popular pet breeds. Today is all about the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, or CKC Spaniel for short. Many thanks to our episode sponsors: https://waverleyanimalhospital.com.au
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| Ep35: Elsa the lioness. | 19 Sep 2024 | 00:06:21 | |
In this episode we look at the remarkable story of Elsa, the Kenyan lioness. Many thanks to our episode partners: https://melbourneveterinaryrehabilitation.com
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| Ep 34: Hachiko, the world's most loyal dog. | 05 Sep 2024 | 00:07:26 | |
In this episode we're looking at the life of arguably the world's most loyal dog - Hachiko. Many thanks to our episode partners: https://eastbentleighanimalcare.com.au
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| Ep 33: The origin of the Sphynx cat. | 22 Aug 2024 | 00:09:03 | |
In this episode we're continuing our series looking at the origin stories of popular pet breeds. Today is all about the Sphynx, (or hairless) cat. Many thanks to our episode partners: https://waverleyanimalhospital.com.au
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| Ep 32: The origins of the Schnauzer. | 08 Aug 2024 | 00:07:06 | |
In this episode we're beginning a series looking at the origin stories of popular pet breeds. Today is all about the Schnauzer. Many thanks to our episode partners: https://melbourneveterinaryrehabilitation.com
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| Ep 31: Dr Lee Berger - the frogs' friend. | 25 Jul 2024 | 00:04:19 | |
In today's episode we look at the amazing contribution made to wildlife conservation by Australian Dr Lee Berger, with our guest narrator, (Grace) who's normally on the other side of the microphone. Many thanks to our episode partners: https://eastbentleighanimalcare.com.au
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| Ep 30: Dr Kwane Stewart - street vet. | 11 Jul 2024 | 00:05:41 | |
In today's episode we look at the professional achievements and inspiring work of Dr Kwane Stewart. Many thanks to our episode partners: https://waverleyanimalhospital.com.au
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| Ep 29: Buddy the seeing eye dog. | 27 Jun 2024 | 00:06:39 | |
In today's episode we're looking at the life of Buddy, the first seeing-eye dog in America. Many thanks to our episode partners: https://melbourneveterinaryrehabilitation.com
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| Ep 28: Jumbo the elephant. | 13 Jun 2024 | 00:06:35 | |
In today's episode we look and reflect on the life of 19th century sensation, Jumbo the elephant. Many thanks to our episode partners: https://eastbentleighanimalcare.com.au
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| Ep 27: Unsinkable Sam the cat. | 30 May 2024 | 00:05:45 | |
In today's episode we look at the life of incredible WW2 feline, Unsinkable Sam. Many thanks to our episode partners: https://waverleyanimalhospital.com.au
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| Ep 26: Phar Lap. | 16 May 2024 | 00:06:46 | |
In today's episode we're talking about the life of a racehorse who needs no introduction to our Australian and New Zealand listeners - the legendary Phar Lap. Many thanks to our episode partners: https://melbourneveterinaryrehabilitation.com
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| Ep 25: Mayor Max II. | 02 May 2024 | 00:05:46 | |
In today's episode we take a humorous look at the story of Maximus Mighty-Dog Mueller II, a golden retriever who served as the second mayor of Idyllwild, California.
Many thanks to our episode sponsors:
https://blackburnvet.com.au
https://birdvetmelbourne.com
https://eastbentleighanimalcare.com.au
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| Ep 24: Fred the undercover kitty. | 18 Apr 2024 | 00:05:28 | |
In today's episode we look at the brief life of Fred the undercover kitten, who served with the NYPD.
Many thanks to our episode partners:
https://carnegievets.com.au
https://www.catmandu.net.au
https://waverleyanimalhospital.com.au
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| Ep23: Swansea Jack - the Welsh rescue dog. | 04 Apr 2024 | 00:06:27 | |
In today's episode we look at the remarkable story of Swansea Jack, Wales' most decorated rescue dog.
Many thanks to our episode partners:
https://elgarvet.com.au
https://www.monashvet.com.au
https://melbourneveterinaryrehabilitation.com
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| Ep 22: Dr William Tyson Kendall - Australian pioneer. | 21 Mar 2024 | 00:06:09 | |
In today's episode we look at the career of Dr William Tyson Kendall, widely acknowledged as the father of veterinary medicine in Australia.
Many thanks to our episode partners -
https://blackburnvet.com.au
https://birdvetmelbourne.com
https://eastbentleighanimalcare.com.au
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| Ep 21: Dr Janet Yamamoto - from Einstein to felines. | 06 Mar 2024 | 00:06:21 | |
In today's episode we look at the career of Dr Janet Yamamoto, a ground-breaking researcher who also holds a surprising link between Albert Einstein and veterinary medicine.
Many thanks to our episode partners:
https://carnegievets.com.au
https://www.catmandu.net.au
https://waverleyanimalhospital.com.au
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| Ep 20: The Kasekala chimpanzee community. | 21 Feb 2024 | 00:12:06 | |
In today's episode we'll learn about the Kasekala chimpanzee community, subjects of the world's longest animal observational study.
Thanks to our episode partners:
https://elgarvet.com.au
https://www.monashvet.com.au
https://melbourneveterinaryrehabilitation.com
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| Ep 19: Trim the cartographer's cat. | 08 Feb 2024 | 00:08:08 | |
In today's episode we're talking about Trim, the ship's cat who was the trusty companion of Matthew Flinders on his voyages to circumnavigate and map the coastline of Australia.
Many thanks as always to our episode promotional partners:
https://blackburnvet.com.au
https://birdvetmelbourne.com
https://eastbentleighanimalcare.com.au
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| Ep 18: Bone regeneration in dogs. | 28 Dec 2023 | 00:07:18 | |
Merry Christmas to all our listeners!!
After this episode we will pause for some Summer fun during January. Our next episode will be published in the week beginning February 5th, 2024.
We wish all our listeners a happy and safe holiday season!!
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| Ep17: The cure for Coast Disease. | 14 Dec 2023 | 00:09:31 | |
In this episode we're doing something a bit different. We're looking at Coast Disease and the story behind its successful recognition and treatment.
Many thanks to our episode partners:
https://elgarvet.com.au
https://monashvet.com.au
https://melbournevetrinaryrehabilitation.com
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| Ep 16: Jonathan the giant tortoise. | 30 Nov 2023 | 00:08:17 | |
In this episode we're talking about Jonathan, the Seychelles giant tortoise and the world's oldest known living land animal.
Many thanks to our episode partners:
https://blackburnvet.com.au
https://birdvetmelbourne.com
https://eastbentleighanimalcare.com.au
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| Ep 15: Zarafa - the giraffe who walked across France. | 16 Nov 2023 | 00:08:59 | |
In today's episode we recount the amazing story of Zarafa, the giraffe who walked across France.
Many thanks to our episode partners -
https://www.carnegievets.com.au
https://www.catmandu.net.au
https://waverleyanimalhospital.com.au
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| Ep 14: Dr Katrina Warren | 02 Nov 2023 | 00:07:00 | |
In this episode we're looking at the career of one of Australia's favourite TV vets.
Many thanks to our episode partners:
Elgar Road Vet Hospital https://elgarvet.com.au
Monash Vet https://www.monashvet.com.au
Melbourne Vet Rehabilitation https://melbourneveterinaryrehabilitation.com
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| Ep 13: Dr Louis Camuti - the cat doctor. | 19 Oct 2023 | 00:07:25 | |
In today's episode we look at the life and career of Dr Louis Camuti, affectionately known in New York City as, "the cat doctor".
Don't forget that video episodes are now available on YouTube, (thanks Vince) - see the link above.
Many thanks also to our episode promotional partners, who this week are two new sponsors:
The Blackburn Vet https://blackburnvet.com.au
Burwood Bird and Animal Hospital https://birdvetmelbourne.com
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| Ep 12: Dolly the cloned sheep. | 05 Oct 2023 | 00:10:14 | |
In today's episode we look at the story of Dolly, who has been called 'the world's most famous sheep' by sources including BBC News and Scientific American.
Many thanks as always to our episode partners -
Carnegie Vet Clinic and Cat Cottage: https://carnegievets.com.au
Catmandu Motel for Cats: https://www.catmandu.net.au
Waverley Animal Hospital: https://waverleyanimalhospital.com.au
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| Ep 11: Tama the Japanese stationmaster. | 21 Sep 2023 | 00:08:21 | |
In today's episode we look at the remarkable life of Tama, the calico cat who rose to great heights in the Japanese railway system.
Many thanks to our episode partners -
Elgar Road Veterinary Hospital https://elgarvet.com.au
Monash Vet https://www.monashvet.com.au
Melbourne Veterinary Rehabilitation https://www.melbourneveterinaryrehabilitation
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| Ep 10: Dr Lila Miller - shelter for all. | 07 Sep 2023 | 00:06:24 | |
In today's episode we look at the career of Dr Lila Miller, the 'mother' of shelter veterinary medicine.
Many thanks to our episode partners:
Carnegie Vet Clinic & Cat Cottage, located at 66 Rosstown Rd, Carnegie (Vic) https://www.carnegievets.com.au
Catmandu Motel for Cats, located at 119 Highbury Rd, Burwood (Vic) https://www.catmandu.net.au
Waverley Animal Hospital, located at 249 Waverley Rd, Mt Waverley (Vic) https://waverleyanimalhospital.com.au
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| Ep 09: Prof Doug Antczak - a lover of horses. | 24 Aug 2023 | 00:06:45 | |
In today's episode we look at the remarkable career of Doug Antczak, a New York Professor who has dedicated his career to better understanding the immune system of horses.
Don't forget that episodes are now available in video format through our YouTube channel, (see the new link in our bio above).
Many thanks to our episode partners:
Elgar Road Veterinary Hospital, located at 590 Elgar Rd, Box Hill North (Vic) https://elgarvet.com.au
Monash Vet, located at 1662 Dandenong Rd, Oakleigh East (Vic) https://monashvet.com.au
Melbourne Veterinary Rehabilitation, a mobile service https://melbourneveterinaryrehabilitation.com.au
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| Ep 08: Cher Ami the homing pigeon. | 10 Aug 2023 | 00:06:23 | |
In today's episode we continue our military theme by looking at the life of WWI homing pigeon, Cher Ami.
Many thanks as always to our episode partners -
Carnegie Vet Clinic, located at 66 Rosstown Rd, Carnegie (Vic) https://www.carnegievets.com.au
Catmandu Motel for Cats, located at 119 Highbury Rd, Burwood (Vic) https://www.catmandu.net.au
And our newest partner ........
Waverley Animal Hospital, located at 249 Waverley Rd, Mount Waverley (Vic) https://waverleyanimalhospital.com.au
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| Ep 07: Sergeant Stubby saves the day. | 27 Jul 2023 | 00:07:03 | |
In today's episode we look at the life and deeds of 'Stubby', the most decorated war dog from World War I.
Many thanks to our episode partners -
Monash Vet Clinic, located at 1662 Dandenong Rd, Oakleigh East (Vic): https://www.monashvet.com.au
Elgar Road Veterinary Hospital, located at 590 Elgar Rd, Box Hill North (Vic): https://elgarvet.com.au
Melbourne Veterinary Rehabilitation, a mobile service located at: https://www.melbourneveterinaryrehabilitation.com.au
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| Ep 06: Dr Robyn Alders - Australia's own. | 13 Jul 2023 | 00:07:23 | |
In today's episode we're talking about Dr Robyn Alders, the first female veterinary scientist to be made an Officer of the Order of Australia.
Many thanks to our episode partners -
Catmandu Motel for Cats, located at 119 Highbury Rd, Burwood, (Vic): https://www.catmandu.net.au
Melbourne Veterinary Rehabilitation, a mobile service which you can find at: https://www.melbourneveterinaryrehabilitation.com.au
Monash Vet Clinic, located at 1662 Dandenong Rd, Oakleigh East, (Vic): https://www.monashvet.com.au
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| Ep 05: Prof Bernhardt Bang - the Danish master. | 29 Jun 2023 | 00:06:20 | |
In today's episode we're talking about Prof Bernhardt Bang, the esteemed Danish veterinarian whose list of achievements ranks him amongst the giants of veterinary medicine.
Many thanks to our episode partners:
Carnegie Vet Clinic & Cattery (Carnegie) https://www.carnegievets.com.au
Catmandu Motel for Cats (Burwood) https://catmandu.net.au
Melbourne Veterinary Rehabilitation (mobile) https://melbourneveterinaryrehabilitation.com
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| Ep 04: Rusik the sniffer cat. | 15 Jun 2023 | 00:06:27 | |
In today's episode we're talking about Rusik, the crime-fighting cat who helped in the effort to stamp out the smuggling of sturgeon and salmon from the Caspian Sea.
Many thanks to our episode partners:
Carnegie Vet Clinic and Cat Cottage, located at 66 Rosstown Rd, Carnegie (Vic)
https://www.carnegievets.com.au
Elgar Road Veterinary Hospital, located at 590 Elgar Rd, Box Hill North (Vic)
https://elgarvet.com.au
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| Ep 03: Laika the space dog. | 01 Jun 2023 | 00:05:44 | |
In today's episode we look at the life of Laika, a Russian dog who in 1957 became one of the first animals on space and the first living creature to orbit planet Earth.
Thanks to our episode sponsor: Elgar Road Veterinary Hospital, located at 590 Elgar Rd, Box Hill North (Vic). https://elgarvet.com.au
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| Ep 02: Patricia O'Connor - zoo doctor. | 18 May 2023 | 00:06:39 | |
In today's episode we're talking about Patricia O'Connor, who was the first female veterinarian in the world to be employed by a zoo …………………………We’re also very happy to introduce our episode sponsor: Elgar Road Veterinary Hospital, 590 Elgar Rd, Box Hill North, (VIC). https://elgarvet.com.au/
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| Ep 01: Claude Bourgelat - the father of modern veterinary medicine. | 04 May 2023 | 00:03:29 | |
In today's episode we look at the life of Claude Bourgelat, who is widely regarded as the father of modern veterinary practice. | |||
| Ep00 : Trailer. | 23 Mar 2023 | 00:00:55 | |
Here is the trailer for, "Tales and Tails" a podcast where we spend a few minutes looking at the lives of special animals - and the people who've cared for them.
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