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Science of Connection – the Frustration Threshold
Frustration underlies many behavioural concerns observed in dogs, yet it is often mistaken for overexcitability, stubbornness, or deliberate disobedience. Yet frustration arises when an animal is motivated to obtain something they value but cannot, or when an expected outcome repeatedly…
Science of Connection – the Frustration Threshold
Frustration sits behind many everyday behaviour challenges in dogs, yet it is often misunderstood. In this Science of Connection episode,…
Applying the 80:20 rule to tackle unwanted pet behaviour
The Pareto Principle, commonly known as the 80:20 rule, suggests that in many scenarios, 80% of effects arise from 20%…
The Physiological and psychological impact of undesirable pet behaviour on owners and strategies for overcoming overwhelm
Pets bring joy, companionship, and love to our lives, but sometimes, they may also exhibit undesirable behaviour that can negatively…
Dogs can decode another’s bark
In Walt Disney’s 101 Dalmatians, the infamous ‘Twilight Bark’ was explained away to viewers as the dogs version of the…
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