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The Behaviory Podcast
Hosted by Dr. Janet Cutler · EN
Join Dr. Janet Cutler to discuss and learn about the science behind dog behavior and training. As a dog trainer, behavior consultant, or pet professional, you'll learn evidence-based information so that you have confidence behind the information and methods you use in an effort to improve the welfare of the animals we work with. With over 20 years experience working with animals in a veterinary setting, as a behavior researcher, as a dog trainer and now as a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, Janet ties that in with her scientific background so that you can understand the science and apply it to your own work with animals. With topics ranging from ethology, animal welfare, body language, the treatment and management of behavior problems, training information, and more, you'll learn something to improve your work with animals (and their people) every week.
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13. Pheromones
May 23, 202300:13:28Tap to summarizePheromones are often recommended when there are dog and cat behavior problems, however the science is inconclusive on efficacy. Join for information on pheromones, how they work, the different types we use with dogs and cats, and some of the research on their use in noise sensitivity, veterinary settings, separation distress and anxiety, as well as interactions between animals in the home. Check out the associated blog post for the scientific references at The Behaviory Blog. Want to chat behavior and training science, as well as learn more? Follow Dr. Janet Cutler on Instagram @janetcutler.phd.
Transcribe →12. Clicker training science
May 9, 202300:13:17Tap to summarizeClicker training is based on learning theory, and therefore has a scientific background behind it's use. However, there are several studies that have looked specifically at clicker training in dogs, including how it affects the speed of learning, impulsivity, and more, with interesting results. Learn about the science behind clicker training in dogs in this episode. Check out the associated blog post for the scientific references at The Behaviory Blog. If you're interested in learning more about the theory behind clicker training and how to use it with dogs, check out Karen Pryor's book 'Don't Shoot the Dog'. Want to chat behavior and training science, as well as learn more? Follow Dr. Janet Cutler on Instagram @janetcutler.phd.
Transcribe →11. Sleep
Apr 25, 202300:11:15Tap to summarizeSleep is a behavior we often don't think about in dogs, but it's incredibly important. Learn about some of the science behind dog sleep, how much they sleep, the association between sleep and behavior problems, where dogs like to seleep, and the question of whether they should be allowed to sleep on the bed. Show notes are available at behaviory.com/podcast
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10. Contrafreeloading
Apr 18, 202300:09:31Tap to summarizeContrafreeloading is the concept behind the use of food balls, puzzles, and other toys. Learn the science behind the concept, and what we know so far about contrafreeloading in dogs and cats. Show notes are available at behaviory.com/podcast
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9. Certifications
Apr 11, 202300:10:56Tap to summarizeDog training and behavior certifications can be confusing. Today we discuss some of the certifications that are based in the science of training and behavior. Learn the requirements in terms of education, experience, references, ethics, and more. Show notes are available at behaviory.com/podcast
Transcribe →8. Ethograms
Apr 4, 202300:09:25Tap to summarizeEthograms are a catalogue of descriptions of behaviour. Tune into this episode to learn about ethograms - what they are, how they are developed and used, and importantly, how we can use them when training or working on behaviour modification in animals. References and information from this episode can be found at https://behaviory.com/blog
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7. The science behind tail wagging in dogs
Mar 21, 202300:10:44Tap to summarizeTail wagging in dogs is often misinterpreted by the public. While pet professionals know that a wagging tail doesn't necessarily mean a happy dog, there is a lot more information about wagging in the published literature. Tune into this episode to learn about beliefs around tail wagging, development, and how tail position can give us information. The science behind the importance of tails in communication as well as tail wagging asymmetry is also discussed. References and information from this episode can be found at https://behaviory.com/blog
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6. Why does my pet do that?
Mar 14, 202300:17:15Tap to summarizeWhen talking about why an animal performs a behaviour, there are generally considered to be 4 reasons in ethology. These were first described by Niko Tinbergen in 1963, and include ontogeny (development), phylogeny (genetics), causation (what happens before) and function (what happens after). Learn some examples of the science behind this, and how you can use it in training and behavior modification. Get links to resources mentioned at https://behaviory.com/blog/why-does-my-pet-do-this
Transcribe →5. Animal welfare science Part 2
Jul 7, 202200:19:36Tap to summarizeIn this second part of an overview of animal welfare science, a third model for looking at animal welfare, the Five Domains Model, is discussed. Then methods for actually assessing animal welfare, and how this is done by welfare auditors and can be done by those of us working with animals is explained. Tune in to learn more about animal welfare science. Show notes are available at behaviory.com/podcast
Transcribe →4. Animal welfare science
Jun 23, 202200:19:39Tap to summarizeDiscussing the science behind animal welfare, including how to define it and how it is important in dog training and behaviour. Two different ways of looking at animal welfare are discussed. Tune into this episode to learn all about animal welfare science. Show notes are available at behaviory.com/podcast
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