Dogs exhibit a range of innate behavioural strategies that have evolved over thousands of years to aid survival. Whether it’s predation or resource guarding, these behaviours are deeply rooted in their neurobiology and can be challenging to simply "stop." Attempts at suppression without addressing their underlying drivers and ensuring the dog’s needs are met often lead to frustration, anxiety, or the emergence of alternative unwanted behaviours. This webinar delves into the neuroethological basis of these instinctive behaviours, examining the precipitating factors and neural mechanisms behind modal action patterns such as guarding and predation. By understanding the motivations and triggers for these behaviours, we can develop practical strategies to address them effectively. The session focuses on finding resolutions that prevent inappropriate expressions while safeguarding the dog’s welfare, providing actionable insights for trainers, behaviourists, and pet professionals seeking to create ethical and effective behaviour plans.

Sponsor:Animal Behaviour Kent
Speaker(s):Daniel Shaw

Contact: Daniel Shaw
 Email: daniel@animalbehaviourkent.co.uk
 Phone: 079-306-72387
 Web: https://www.abklearn.co.uk/courses/hunting-guarding-escape