Thinking Bigger with Meg Parker

from K9 Conservationists · host Kayla Fratt

In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Meg Parker from the Center for Large Landscape Conservation to discuss thinking bigger in the world of conservation detection dogs.  Science Highlight: Factors That May Affect the Success of Scent Detection Dogs: Exploring Nonconventional Models of Preparation and Deployment  What does it mean to be “thinking bigger” in the field of conservation detection?  Work with academics more; ask more questions  Get more precise and better sampling  Look into better study designs  Continue expanding the field  Improve relationships with study designers, scientists, veterinarians, etc.  Improve welfare and training  Think beyond what is easiest and the way things have always been done  Where are you in the world and what are the issues there?  What can you do to help?  Think with a direction in mind and not just always going in and counting.  Where to find Meg Parker: Website  You can support the K9 Conservationists Podcast by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/k9conservationists. K9 Conservationists Website | Merch | Support Our Work | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok

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