What is your cat revealing to you when she purrs? What is your dog expressing when he yawns or wags his tail? Understanding your cat and dog’s behaviour and the way they communicate with you, will enable you to better understand their needs and strengthen your relationship with them.
The Truth About Cats and Dogs
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Subtítulos: Chino (simplificado), Griego, Inglés (English), Español (Spanish), Japonés
Habilidades que obtendrás
AnimalBehavior Problems Diagnosis And TreatmentAnimal BehaviorDog
Resultados profesionales del estudiante
62%
comenzó una nueva carrera después de completar estos cursos
33%
consiguió un beneficio tangible en su carrera profesional gracias a este curso
Certificado para compartir
Obtén un certificado al finalizar
100 % en línea
Comienza de inmediato y aprende a tu propio ritmo.
Fechas límite flexibles
Restablece las fechas límite en función de tus horarios.
Aprox. 11 horas para completar
Inglés (English)
Subtítulos: Chino (simplificado), Griego, Inglés (English), Español (Spanish), Japonés
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Universidad de Edimburgo
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Programa - Qué aprenderás en este curso
2 horas para completar
The Appliance of Science
In week 1, we provide 'an insight into cats and dogs behaviour: through their eyes'. We will explore cats and dogs of the world and ask you what you cat and dog mean to you, as well as what you feel is important to your cat and dog. At the end of the week, you will be able to complete the first of the graded quizzes. We hope you enjoy the MOOC as much as we have enjoyed making it!
2 horas para completar
10 videos (Total 32 minutos), 5 lecturas, 2 cuestionarios
10 videos
Introduction to week 12m
Cats in the World4m
Dogs in the World3m
Dogs, cats and humans5m
Voxpops - what our cats & dogs mean to us3m
Unrealistic expectations for animals to cope with unnatural situations - part 11m
Responsibilities of pet owners2m
Responsibilities of the Veterinary Profession2m
Voxpops - what's important to our cats and dogs2m
5 lecturas
How To Use This Course10m
Statement of Ethics10m
Overview: week 110m
Ask the experts - audio response10m
Additional Resources10m
2 ejercicios de práctica
Sentient beings2m
Week 1 assessment20m
3 horas para completar
Ethology
In week 2, we will we explore ethology, which is the scientific and objective study of non-human animal behaviour, rather than human behaviour, and usually with a focus on behaviour under natural conditions. There will also be an opportunity to look at different breeds of cats and dogs and some of the possible issues that arise from breeding. At the end of the week, you will be able to complete the second of the graded quizzes.
3 horas para completar
8 videos (Total 77 minutos), 2 lecturas, 5 cuestionarios
8 videos
Dog domestication13m
Dog Ethology5m
Breeds and their uses6m
Alpha Dog5m
Ethology and Domestication6m
Genetics of a Cat9m
Ask the experts - video response27m
2 lecturas
Overview: week 210m
Additional Resources10m
5 ejercicios de práctica
Test your knowledge: dogs10m
Test your knowledge: cats10m
Praising dogs2m
Cats and their environment2m
Week 2 assessment20m
2 horas para completar
Sense and Sensibility
In week 3, we aim to explore cat and dog sensory capabilities and how they interact with their world. We will explore how our cats and dogs communicate with us and each other. We will also examine how their specific senses work and how they use these to operate effectively such as to solve problems, hunt, and play. At the end of the week, you will be able to complete the third of the graded quizzes.
2 horas para completar
7 videos (Total 44 minutos), 3 lecturas, 3 cuestionarios
7 videos
Feline body language5m
Cat intelligence: hunting, problem solving, play and human Intelligence10m
Dog senses4m
Canine Communication7m
Dog Intelligence3m
Ask the experts - video response8m
3 lecturas
Overview: week 310m
Video references: Cat intelligence: hunting, problem solving, play and human Intelligence10m
Additional Resources10m
3 ejercicios de práctica
Happy/content cats2m
Happy/content dogs2m
Week 3 assessment20m
2 horas para completar
Living with humans
In week 4, we explore the domestic environment and how our cats and dogs adjust to this (or not). We will also discuss what behaviours may arise due to the unrealistic expectations that we may impose on our pets. The videos this week, will help you recognise the signs of fear, frustration, and anxiety, as well as other behavioural problems in cats and dogs. At the end of the week, you will be able to complete the fourth graded quiz.
2 horas para completar
9 videos (Total 57 minutos), 2 lecturas, 3 cuestionarios
9 videos
Is love enough?2m
unrealistic expectations for animals to cope with unnatural situations - part 24m
Problems for our pets – what is the their experience?6m
Cat myths13m
Modern challenges for modern dogs5m
Dog Aggression7m
Street Dog5m
Ask the experts - video response8m
2 lecturas
Overview: week 410m
Additional Resources10m
3 ejercicios de práctica
Anxious/scared cats2m
Anxious/scared dogs2m
Week 4 assessment20m
Revisiones
Principales revisiones sobre THE TRUTH ABOUT CATS AND DOGS
por HR26 de mar. de 2020
I learned so much about how to decrease stress for my pets and increase their happiness. I also learned how to better communicate with them. Thank you for helping improve my pets quality of life!
por JJ1 de may. de 2020
I have had a variety of animal companions throughout my life, but this course has taught me that I could always benefit by staying up-to-date on the latest information related to animal welfare.
por LD5 de abr. de 2020
I really enjoyed taking this course. The lectures were very informative and I learned a lot from this course. I definitely recommend this course for anyone who is interested in dogs and cats. :)
por MB6 de dic. de 2019
I am enjoying this course and am learning quite a bit. Behavior is one of my main interests as a trainer as I think understanding it helps to design training and living programs for the animal.
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