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Meet the four-legged heroes saving WA's bush

Milo and Kelly, two English springer spaniels, are now on the front lines protecting Western Australia’s unique plant life. These clever pups are trained to sniff out dieback, a nasty pathogen that can wipe out entire forests by attacking plant roots. Unlike slow lab tests, the dogs can quickly and accurately detect even tiny traces of the disease, helping experts map outbreaks and respond faster. Their work is crucial as climate change and wildfires make plant health harder to monitor. Plus, their wagging tails are inspiring locals to pitch in—just cleaning your boots can help protect the bush! #Pets #WesternAustralia #Conservation