Poodle People · Episode 35
How Scientific Research is Shaping Modern Dog Training and Understanding
About this episode
In this episode, Ellen Furlong from Transylvania University's Dog Cognition Lab shares insights on dog behavior, training myths, and her research on canine cognition and development. Discover how scientific research is shaping modern dog training and understanding. keywords dog cognition, dog training, impulse control, dog behavior myths, canine psychology, dog lab, developmental psychology, dog training methods, science communication, animal behavior key topics Dog cognition research at Transylvania University Myths about impulse control in dogs The impact of generalization in dog training The role of individual needs in training Science communication in dog training Research on dog domestication and perception The influence of social cognition on dogs Educational approaches in dog behavior classes The gap between scientific best practices and public training methods sound bites "Impulse control is not a magic bullet." "We work specifically on impulse control for cars." "Not all dogs can handle all activities." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Transylvania University's Dog Cognition Lab 02:01 Impulse Control and Dog Behavior Myths 04:11 Research on Dog Cognition and Development 05:38 Student Engagement and Research at the Dog Lab 07:43 Public Adoption of Modern Dog Training Practices 09:10 Science Communication in Dog Training 15:03 Individual Needs and Realistic Dog Training Goals 17:03 Challenging Cultural Expectations of Perfect Dogs 19:33 Background in Primates and Transition to Dogs 21:01 Training and Education in Dog Cognition 23:56 Ellen's Book on Dog Cognition and Domestication 26:19 Creating the Audiobook and Its Focus 28:02 Resources and How to Connect with the Dog Lab