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12 killer lectures

In simply behaviour Jo-Rosie distills key science and years of real life experience into 12 lectures that hold the essential information that any dog trainer should know and any keen dog enthusiastic will find enriching extra knowledge.

If you’ve been looking for real life, honest information backed up by genuine industry experience, put forward without bias, presenting the facts for you to absorb and informed opinions for you to make up your own mind on, you are in the right place.

1 - What is a dog?

  • The first episode of this series focus on defining dogs through their domestication and predatory instincts, while making big nods to ethology and behaviourism.

    Key concepts include the predatory action sequence, variations among breeds, and the implications of selective breeding on behaviour.

    The series aims to provide scientific and practical knowledge for dog trainers and keen owners, addressing the differences in breed types so often overlooked.

2 - DOGS VS CATS

  • The podcast delves into the domestication and evolution of dogs, highlighting their genetic traits and the distinction between free-roaming and pet dogs.

    It critiques traditional studies that focus on pet dogs, advocating for a deeper understanding of free-roaming canines to enhance training and behaviour insights.

    The discussion covers the impact of human intervention on dog evolution, the complexities of breeding practices, and the importance of recognising individual dog personalities in training methodologies.

    Additionally, it addresses the shift from compulsion-based training to positive reinforcement techniques.

3 -can you reinforce fear?

  • This lecture delves into the complexities of understanding dog emotions through scientific lenses, highlighting the limitations of empirical studies in capturing subjective experiences.

    It critiques traditional behaviour metrics, emphasising the need to recognise dogs as sentient beings capable of a wide range of emotions, akin to humans.

    Personal anecdotes and research illustrate the importance of context in interpreting canine body language and emotional expressions, advocating for a nuanced approach to behaviour modification that respects a dog's inherent personality and emotional depth.

4 -herding breeds

  • Explore the fascinating world of herding dogs in Peebles, Scotland, where their historical significance is highlighted. Learn about the three main types of herding dogs—driving, fetching, and tending—and their unique behaviours.

    The lecture emphasises the importance of breed-specific traits and the significant behavioural differences between working and show lines. Discover the exercise needs of these highly trainable breeds, the challenges faced by inexperienced owners, and the critical role of early socialisation in preventing behavioural issues.

    Gain insights into effective training strategies and the necessity of responsible ownership to ensure a harmonious relationship with these intelligent dogs.

Purchase the complete series of simply behaviour lectures

Please note - Lectures 1-4 are available immediately and the rest are in production and will released monthly starting from Oct 24.

COMING SOON…

Oct 24 - Dogs Bred To Fight Dogs (Dog aggression and gameness)

Nov 24 - Defensive VS Fearful Dogs (Defensiveness as a trait and the difference between defensive and fearful)

Dec 24 - Guarding Breeds (Resource Guarding, Territory - What makes a good guard dog)

Jan 25 - Ancient Breeds (Tactile behaviour and tolerance in dog training)

Feb 25 - Wolf Hybrids (conflict behaviour, cross breeds and dominance) 

March 25 - Over Domestication (AKA Decent Pet Dogs and Separation Anxiety)

April 25 - Bully and buttholes (multi dog household and social scenting)

May 25 - Minimum Benchmarks, the science of Imposter Syndrome and How To Be a KICKASS Dog Trainer 

MEET YOUR lecturer

Dog training expert Jo-Rosie Haffenden gives a lecture to camera. She is sat in the British countryside on a bench.

Jo-Rosie Haffenden
Trainer, behaviourist and industry expert

The dog training industry pits science against practical experience on a daily basis, when really the two should be working together. It’s the way I’ve lived with and trained dogs for years now.

The Simply Behaviour lectures bring you the best of the current science that I’ve spent years reading and digesting and layers real life experience training dogs for pet homes, rehabbing rescue dogs and coaching dog trainers into the information I feel every trainer should know. They are bias free and present the truth as I see it, my informed opinions are there for you to listen to, but the facts are the facts.

I hope you join me for these lectures and continue to learn and grow as we push the dog training industry forward together.