THE DOG'S MIND
Take a look into the canine mind with us!
 
Overview of the latest scientific research on canine cognitive abilities led by the distinguished ethologist from the University of Budapest - PhD Claudia Fugazza.
Become a scientist for a day to better understand your dog!
 
Here are some topics you can learn during the seminar:
Self-awareness in dogs: Learn about the research conducted to understand whether dogs possess self-awareness and how it can be assessed.
Social learning in dogs and imitation: Discover unique aspects of social learning and imitation in dogs and why they are essential.
Different types of memory in dogs: Delve into the various types of memory dogs possess and how it influences their learning.
Human influence on dog learning: Gain insights into what dogs learn from us, how our actions and communication impact their learning processes.
Dogs as capable of understanding others' actions and goals: Explore how dogs understand others' actions and how they can deduce their intentions and goals.
Learning and language processing in dogs: Learn more about dogs' abilities in learning and processing language and other related cognitive skills.
How do dogs understand our words? Gifted Word Learner dogs: Discuss dogs that are capable of learning words and how this ability affects our communication and relationships with them.
During the seminar, you will have the opportunity to explore these topics and gain knowledge about the latest research and discoveries in the field of canine cognitive abilities, allowing you to better understand and collaborate more effectively with these talented creatures.
About the lecturer:
Claudia Fugazza is a researcher at the Department of Ethology at Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest. She obtained her PhD in ethology at Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Dog Breeding and Education (TACREC), a Master's degree in Companion Animal Ethology, and a Master's degree in Dog Training from the University of Pisa in Italy. Her research focuses on social learning in dogs and canine cognitive abilities. She developed the training method called "Do as I Do," which utilizes dogs' ability to imitate and is an effective tool in dog training. Author of the book "DO AS I DO Using Social Learning to Train Dogs," which focuses on the use of social learning in dog training. She is a lecturer at numerous seminars in Europe, the USA, Japan, China, and Latin America. Her main seminar topics include canine cognitive abilities, social learning in dogs, and using this information in dog training. Dr. Claudia Fugazza is a member of the "Family Dog Project" at Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest, which brings together researchers from different fields, including dog ethology. Their work focuses on studying the behaviors and interactions between dogs and humans in family contexts, social learning in dogs, and their cognitive abilities. The project's activities, in which Dr. Claudia Fugazza participates, provide valuable information and insights for dog owners, supporting better understanding and communication with our four-legged friends.
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