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A reflective exploration of how observing and understanding animal behaviour reveals deep truths about human connection, ethics, and the shared language of presence.

Anthrozoology

human-dog interactions

Reciprocity: Rethinking Our Relationships with Dogs and Other Non-Human Animals

In this reflective blog, we explore the concept of reciprocity as the foundation of meaningful relationships between humans and animals—particularly dogs. Moving beyond traditional frameworks of obedience and control, this piece invites readers to consider what it means to be in mutual, ethical relationship with animals as sentient co-participants in shared lives. Drawing on philosophical ideas and lived experience, it challenges us to listen more deeply, act more gently, and relate more justly.

dog behaviour

Dog trainers

How to Structure a Behaviour Report (Without Waffling or Guessing)

Writing a behaviour report shouldn’t feel overwhelming. In this post, we share a clear, professional framework for structuring reports that reflect your expertise—without overcomplicating the process.

Dog behaviour

Education

What ABTC Recognition Means – and Why It Matters for Future Clinical Animal Behaviourists

Discover what ABTC Programme Recognition means for aspiring Clinical Animal Behaviourists (CABs), how courses are assessed, and why it matters when choosing your professional training pathway.

Dog behaviour

Dog Training

Human-Dog Interactions

Other Ways of Knowing Dogs: Intuition, Embodiment, and Relationship Beyond Training

Explore intuitive and relational ways of knowing dogs beyond training and science, inviting a deeper, more compassionate connection with our canine companions.

Dog behaviour

dog aggression

Reflections on Living with a Complex Dog

Blog about the trials of living with challenging dogs

Handling Aggression Like a Loaded Gun: The Dangerous Consequences of Unqualified Dog Trainers

Unqualified trainers handling aggressive dogs pose a severe threat to public safety, animal welfare, and the credibility of canine behavioural science. Entrusting an aggressive dog to the wrong hands is akin to giving a loaded shotgun to a toddler—reckless, unpredictable, and potentially catastrophic. This blog delves into the dangers of misguided training methods, the psychological and behavioural damage inflicted on dogs, and the urgent need for stricter regulations in the industry. Read on to understand why expertise and ethical practice are critical when dealing with canine aggression.

Anthrozoology

How The DoGenius institute Inspired Me

Student Dean Marks explains how DGI helped him present at a world renowned Anthrozoology Conference

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Our blog: useful articles and resources

What Is DoGenius? Meet the Team Behind the Science-Based Dog Training Education

How to Become a Clinical Animal Behaviourist UK (2025)

The Animal Mirror: What Learning to Understand Other Species Teaches Us About Ourselves

Reciprocity: Rethinking Our Relationships with Dogs and Other Non-Human Animals

How to Structure a Behaviour Report (Without Waffling or Guessing)

What ABTC Recognition Means – and Why It Matters for Future Clinical Animal Behaviourists

Other Ways of Knowing Dogs: Intuition, Embodiment, and Relationship Beyond Training

Reflections on Living with a Complex Dog

Handling Aggression Like a Loaded Gun: The Dangerous Consequences of Unqualified Dog Trainers

How The DoGenius institute Inspired Me

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