Show Notes
Rodney and Dr. Becker sit down with Dr. Brian Hare, lead scientist in the Netflix documentary, “Inside the Mind of a Dog” and author of "Puppy Kindergarten" to discuss his research and insights into a puppy's brain development and how to tackle common puppy-parenting challenges. Dr. Brian will share his insights on: when puppies start retaining memories and developing self-control. what they’ve discovered about the smartest breed when do puppies sleep through the night how to stop them from eating poop Whether you're a new puppy parent or want to know how to raise the best dogs they can possibly be, you won’t want to miss this replay of their weekly Facebook Live on the Inside Scoop. Original LIVE aired August 25, 2024 • To watch video podcasts LIVE plus take part with your comments & questions, subscribe at Inside Scoop.
Dr. Brian Hare is a professor in the Department of Evolutionary Anthropology and the Center for Cognitive Neuroscience at Duke University and is the founder of the Duke Canine Cognition Center. TIMESTAMPS 00:06:11 The Puppy Cognition Lab 00:10:43 Principles of the Study 00:13:39 What was Tested 00:20:23 Puppy Kindergarten: The New Science of Raising a Great Dog 00:25:52 Container Trick 00:29:17 Pointing Test 00:33:52 Dog Stereotypes 00:43:48 The Big Discovery 00:47:52 Advice for new Puppy Parents 00:57:49 Building Dog’s Resiliency to Human Emotion 01:01:39 Dog Coprophagia
MENTIONED Puppy Kindergarten: The New Science of Raising a Great Dog Connect with Brian Netflix Documentary: Inside the Mind of A Dog DISCLAIMERS & DISCLOSURES Any third-party products, brands featured or referred to on the Mind-Jam or Inside Scoop Podcasts are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Dr. Karen Becker, Rodney Habib, Planet Paws Media, or any of their affiliates. The Mind-Jam and Inside Scoop Podcasts are for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine or other professional health care services, including the giving of veterinary advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they or their pet may have and should seek the assistance of their doctor or pet's health care professionals for any such conditions.
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