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What is your cat revealing to you when she purrs? What is your dog expressing when he yawns or wags his tail? Understanding your cat and dog’s behaviour and the way they communicate with you, will enable you to better understand their needs and strengthen your relationship with them. This MOOC is divided into five topics, the appliance of science; behaviour and body language, senses and perception; challenges for the human-animal relationship, including pet problem behaviour; and how to improve the quality of life for cats and dogs in our care. At the start of the course we ask you to consider what you feel is important to your cat/dog and what your cat/dog means to you? We explore the world of cats and dogs and how our relationships with them vary around the world and have changed over time. We ask if we can really know what our animals are thinking or trying to communicate through their facial expressions and behaviours. From our beloved pets to street dogs, shelter dogs/cats and welfare challenges, we explore the world from their perspective and examine how their genetic make-up may influence their behavioural responses and choices. We dispel common behavioural myths by looking through a scientific lens, asking questions about the function and development of their behaviour.. We explore how their senses help them to interact with their world and how they communicate with each other and us! Finally, we ask whether we impose unrealistic expectations on our cats and dogs and how this affects their ability to live alongside us. We ask, what can we do to be more responsible pet owners and to ensure the welfare of all cats and dogs in society? This MOOC explores different scientifically validated methods that can help you to better understand your pet, to enrich their lives and help you to be a more educated and confident pet owner. Learners can apply for Financial Aid directly with Coursera to assist with the cost of accessing the full course and gaining a certificate for successfully completing the course....

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LD

Apr 5, 2020

I really enjoyed taking this course. The lectures were very informative and I learned a lot from this course. I definitely recommend this course for anyone who is interested in dogs and cats. :)

MB

Dec 6, 2019

I am enjoying this course and am learning quite a bit. Behavior is one of my main interests as a trainer as I think understanding it helps to design training and living programs for the animal.

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创建者 Claire C

Jul 22, 2017

Detailed and accurate pet-oriented discussion to pet welfare and proper interaction. Every to-be pet (cats/dogs) owners should take this course!

创建者 Theresa-Marie M

May 21, 2017

A must for all new pet owners and old supposedly 'knowledgeable' owners. I've had pets all my life and learned a lot, including what I do wrong.

创建者 Amanda T

Apr 18, 2022

Excellent Course! Could not have asked for a better structure or material. I am very impressed with the overall experience of an online course

创建者 Javiera C A A

Jul 24, 2021

En mi opinión este curso entrega los conocimientos que todo dueño de mascota (gato o perro) debe tener, es bastante completo para su duración.

创建者 Петранкина Ю В

Nov 26, 2020

I gained knowledge about animal behavior and health. The information is presented in a beautiful and convenient format. Thanks for the course.

创建者 Gabriela Á L

Oct 23, 2020

I loved this curse. It was very entertained. I understood a lot of my cats' behaviours and I am sure I will ensure their well-being. Thanks :3

创建者 Tamsin C

Jun 25, 2017

A well-presented and easy-to-follow course about the latest research into dog and cat needs. Highly recommended for all pet owners and carers!

创建者 Francisca O

Jan 7, 2025

creo que tiene algunos pequeños detalles no tan actualizados sobre algunos temas, fuera de eso es un excelente curso, muy diverso y completo

创建者 Debbie A

Dec 21, 2020

Really helpful and interesting course, learnt many things I did not know and cleared up many misconceptions people have about cats and dogs!

创建者 Angeles V

Jul 25, 2020

Excellent course. If you want to know more about our pets and improve your relatioship and your bond with them, you should take this course.

创建者 Reynaldo M

Nov 28, 2020

I really love this course! They talked about the myths, the common attitudes of cats and dogs, and the proper way to care for them. Kuddos!

创建者 Sonia C d M

Mar 20, 2018

With this course you will be aware of absolutely everything that your pet dogs and cats really need to live happy and healthy in our world.

创建者 Shannon C

Jul 16, 2017

I loved this course! All the subtle ways my cat and dog communicate have been explained and I now have a better understanding of the what's

创建者 Fanny A

Dec 11, 2020

Very interesting and well organised. It's very good to build a basis.

I strongly recommend to anybody who is interesting in cats and dogs!!

创建者 Michael

Feb 20, 2018

Very well assembled and presented throughout. I learned a lot about a topic which I considered myself to be fairly well versed beforehand.

创建者 Eduardo C I

Feb 6, 2023

Excellent!

I have learned a good deal of relevant and interesting information about cat and dogs.

Thank you team.

Eduardo

Cádiz, Andalusia

创建者 Amy S

Apr 25, 2024

Excellent course! I learned a lot and gained a better insight/understanding of animal welfare compared to what I thought I already knew.

创建者 Eduardo J K

Dec 17, 2020

It's an introductory course ideal for people that are planning on getting a pet. It covers the basic themes of pet welfare and ethology.

创建者 Wayne M

Jan 2, 2023

Very informative course. I recommend that all dog and cat owners take the course. It would give them a greater incite into their pets.

创建者 Jaqueline W G M

Jul 7, 2020

Very informative, a good resource for anyone who keeps pets at home and is interested on providing them with a better quality of life.

创建者 Bernadette R

Oct 10, 2017

Awesome course, even as a vet its a great reminder on how to improve pet welfare for your patients and your own pets. Great ressource!

创建者 Kiều D

Jul 16, 2017

Very useful this course , thank you all amazing team who has support all owners can understand more abut ther pets. Thank you so much!

创建者 Marieta C

Jan 21, 2021

A very useful eye-opening course for pet owners and animal lovers alike. Charming lecturers, well structured, easy-to-follow content.

创建者 Sarah H

Aug 31, 2017

It was a great course with lots of important information. I knew most of the things about dogs but it still was very valuable for me.

创建者 Renato G

May 24, 2017

Great course for all those who are cat and/or dog owners and wish to deepen, in a very relaxed way, one's knowledge of these animals.