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