Dr. Patricia McConnell & ”The Other End of the Leash”
Description
Do you ever think that you and your dog aren't communicating very well? You can get much better at it! Dr. Patricia McConnell's work as a zoologist and an applied animal behaviorist been groundbreaking in helping people to understand canine body language — and how our own primate-style body language confuses our dogs, and weakens our relationship. In this episode, we use McConnell's classic book "The Other End of the Leash" as a jumping off point, discussing all the simple things you can do to improve communication between yourself and your dog. As the episode continues, we delve into McConnell's fascinating research on vocalizations between species — if you want your dog to come quickly, then don't use one long slow note to call! — and then finish with a more abstract conversation on the complex issue of "dominance."
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Patricia McConnell is a delightful speaker, and we highly suggest that you search her out on your podcast app! She has been a guest on:
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