My current academic interests revolve around applied animal behavior: dogs, cats, and non-human primates, and welfare, enrichment, and behavior modification methods. This work overlaps with my primary research interests which have, for many years, focused on complex social behavior in highly cognitive animals (primates, corvids, and cetaceans). This research, and my applied interests, have brought me to a new level of understanding of the importance of temperament in social behavior, whether in primates, corvids, killer whales, or dogs and cats.

Research Interests and Consulting

Primate development, behavior, and reproduction

Behavioral ecology and foraging behavior of corvids

Other Research: Applied, Zoo, Biostatistical Consulting

Behaviorial Research Private Consulting

In-home Behavior Consulting for Companion Animals

Behavior Data Collection Software and App

Co-Director Of:

Rota Avian Behavioral Ecology Program (RABEP)

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The Univ of Washington - Certificate in Applied Animal Behavior

What is the University of Washington Certificate in Applied Animal Behavior?

Graduate Students

Current: Carly Loyer, Saethra Fritscher

Past: Christy Kimpo, Renee Robinette, Stephanie Hawks-Johnson, Jennifer Marsh, Hayley Alloway, Becky Skiver-Johnson, Melanie Colon, Adrienne Sussman, Sarah Faegre, Anton Mates.

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