Paying Attention to Our Dogs
We can all learn when we decide to observe dogs in interaction with people. I think most people who use reward-based training met…
Showing posts with label dogs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label dogs. Show all posts
Laboratory Beagles Do Well in New Homes
Researchers follow lab beagles as they go to live with a family – and find they adjust very well. Photo: Sigma_S (Shutterstock) L…
The Sensitive Period for Socialization in Puppies and Kittens
Important building blocks for a behaviourally-healthy cat or dog. Let shy puppies hide if they want to. Photo: Anna Hoychuk (Shut…
Companion Animal Psychology News July 2017
July’s round-up of the latest news on cats and dogs. Some of my favourites from around the web Dr. Rebecca Ledger uses the Five …
Rewards, Welfare and the Animal's Perspective in Training
Taking the animal’s perspective, and other highlights from the Train for Rewards blog party. Recently, 28 other blogs joined me i…
Happy Canada Day!
A photo-essay of dogs and cats to celebrate Canada's 150 years. Happy Birthday, Canada! Two dogs playing at Lake Louise. Phot…
Did We Evolve to Love Dogs?
Is part of the reason dogs manage to wrap their paws around our hearts because we're predisposed to love them? Guest post by …
What Helps Shelter Dogs Get Adopted and Stay in Homes?
A new literature review looks at how shelters can increase adoptions and reduce animal relinquishment. The review, by Dr. Alexand…
The 2017 Train for Rewards Blog Party
Welcome to the Train for Rewards blog party! The party aims to encourage people to use rewards when training their dogs or other …
Spreading the Word on Reward-Based Training
Sometimes, we all need a little encouragement. The Train for Rewards blog party is all about encouraging people to use rewards wh…
Interview with Dr. Christy Hoffman
Dr. Christy Hoffman on her research on dog rivalry, how to increase shelter adoptions, and why Anthrozoology is such a fascinatin…
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