28. How Dogs Talk to Us with Canine Cognition Expert Dr. Sarah-Elizabeth Byosiere

Dr. Ann Hohenhaus interviews Dr. Sarah-Elizabeth Byosiere, Director of the Thinking Dog Center at Hunter College, about new research into the behavior and cognition of domestic dogs. Listen as they discuss: The origins of Dr. Byosiere's research interests The interdisciplinary and translational nature of dog cognition research The history of dog cognition as an academic field The pre-historic origins of canine domestication and breeding The multi-species work being done at Hunter College's Animal Behavior & Conservation Program Practical considerations of studying dog cognition Sample research projects and results Button mats that allow dogs to "talk" How dogs have been "talking" to us this whole time, but we just haven't been listening Also on this month's show: Viral trending animals, including Murphy the bald eagle, his pet rock, and his foster baby eagle Animal news, including Cinnamon the goat & Felix the dog; Moggie's retirement village for cats; dogs' unique "nose prints" Listener Q&A Email [email protected] to have your pet questions answered on next month’s Ask the Vet Listener Q&A! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!