CEU Event: Ethology

When: Ongoing
Where: Online

CEUs

*CPDT-KA: 4.5 *CBCC-KA: 0
CPDT-KSA Knowledge: 3.00
CPDT-KSA Skills: 1.50

* Courses approved for CBCC-KA CEUs may be applied to a CPDT-KA or CPDT-KSA recertification. Courses approved for CPDT-KA or CPDT-KSA may not be applied to a CBCC-KA recertification.

PLEASE NOTE: CPDT-KA can earn a MAXIMUM of 12 CPDT-KSA Skills CEUS within their 3 year certification period.

Description

This outline provides a comprehensive framework for exploring the ethology of dogs, focusing on their behavior, biology, and relationship with humans. It begins with an Introduction to Ethology, defining ethology as the scientific study of animal behavior in natural contexts and explaining the methodologies of ethological research. It highlights the relevance of studying dogs through an ethological lens to understand their instincts, social behaviors, and adaptations. The History and Early Domestication section traces the evolutionary roots of dogs within the Genus Canis, comparing dogs and wolves to clarify their similarities and differences. It covers the early history of dogs, various domestication theories, and arguments supporting domestication. The development of dog breeds is explored, with a focus on breeds commonly used as service dogs, such as Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, and Poodles, detailing their behavioral and physical traits that suit them for service roles. The Perception section examines how dogs experience the world through their senses—taste, sight, smell, hearing, and touch—emphasizing how these senses shape their behavior and interactions. The Developmental Stages section outlines the key phases of a dog’s life, from neonatal and transitional periods to socialization, juvenile, adult, and old age, highlighting behavioral and physiological changes at each stage. Dog Cognition delves into the mental capacities of dogs, including their sleep patterns, ability to understand gestures, problem-solving skills, sense of self, and capacity for cooperation. Finally, the Communication and Social Relationships section explores how dogs communicate through vocalizations, body language, and other means, as well as their behaviors in play, social learning, aggression, and attachment to humans and other dogs. This outline serves as a structured guide for a detailed study of canine ethology, blending biology, behavior, and social dynamics.

Sponsor:Atlas Assistance Dogs
Speaker(s):Jennifer Kolar

Contact: Molly Neher
 Email: info@atlasdog.org
 Phone: 503-893-8080
 Web: https://atlasdog.org/atlas-academy/