Greta Kaplan, CPDT, CDBC My colleague Christine blogged recently about herding with her Aussie, Conner, and about dogs’ instinctive behavior as modified by human breeding decisions. She mentioned the frequency of dog-dog aggression among pit bulls. This topic has been on my mind lately, and frankly, I’m getting angry. A very nice woman contacted me… [Read More]
Heart Rate: A Window to the Brain?
Jim Ha, PhD, CAAB I recently attended a conference of companion animal behavior practitioners and researchers, held in New Orleans this past March (see earlier blog entry). One of the most interesting, and most important, presentations at the three-day meeting was titled, “Assessing Behavior and Training Methods Using Physiological Measures.” This was a summary, and… [Read More]
Canine assistants for dog/dog fear & aggression
Greta Kaplan, CPDT One of the most difficult practical aspects of working with reactive or aggressive dogs is creating practice scenarios where the client’s dog can be exposed to his triggers in a controlled fashion. Owners often assume we can meet at the dog park, because that is where the dog is having the problem…. [Read More]
Welcome to Behind the Behavior
Christine Hibbard, CTC, CPDT Behind the Behavior: Information on ethology, animal behavior, and learning theory Companion Animal Solutions is dedicated to helping owners experience the enjoyment they envisioned when they first adopted their best friend, be it dog, cat, or bird. We help owners modify their pet’s behavior using ethology, classical conditioning, and operant conditioning…. [Read More]
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