Dogs are amazing creatures who share our domestic world, adapting to human society and learning to live cooperatively with us. Domestication is hard and some dogs struggle to cope, so what steps can we take to ensure we live together comfortably and harmoniously?
Understanding your dog's needs and building a bridge between species is what brings success. Dogs let us know when they are confused and uncomfortable by barking, lunging, “going crazy,” or even biting. In this course, you’ll learn 4 categories of needs that we share with our canine companions and how we can use those as a starting point for finding effective compromises that meet the needs of both species and ultimately make our lives together more enjoyable.
This course will help you:
- Understand a dog’s priorities and what he considers when entering a new space.
- Learn which senses dogs rely on, and how that compares to people.
- Recognize the range of biological, emotional, social, and cognitive needs that influence our wellbeing and that of our dogs.
- Find ways to bridge the gap in needs between you and your dog using two different approaches.
- View your relationship with dogs through fresh eyes.
Who should take this course?
Dog lovers and animal care professionals who want to optimize their dogs' wellbeing as well as their own, reduce canine behavior issues, and expand their understanding of animal behavior.
