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About the Course

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....

Top reviews

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Oct 20, 2024

A separate course needs to be formulated and added to this one wherein common diseases of cats and dogs is discussed along with their prevention (through vaccination) and treatment.

MM

Jul 3, 2019

This course was informative on many street and pet dogs and cats. I do want to know more about the shelter element of how these animals can be better suited in a shelter environment.

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By Silvia J B M

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Mar 17, 2025

Aprendí mucho, sobre el comportamiento de los gatos, y perros.

By Vijaya p

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Jun 10, 2020

It's very useful and a better relaxing section had a good time

By Sarah P

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Oct 17, 2018

Very informative and enjoyable, recommend it to all pet owners

By Aisling H

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Jul 19, 2017

very informative, well laid out and easy to understand course.

By Silvana M P

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Dec 4, 2020

Muy interesante. Se aprende cosas aplicables a la realidad

By Caroline B

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Aug 11, 2020

Perfecto!! me ayudo a entender mejor la vida de los animales.

By Stefan S

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Apr 18, 2020

very good course providing the information I was looking for.

By Elyana M L S

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Apr 4, 2020

Excelente curso, direto e com muitas informações importantes.

By Herbaut J P M

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Jun 30, 2019

Thanks You very much for this good expérience !

Herbaut Julien

By Megan S

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May 14, 2020

fantastic course for additional knowledge on animal welfare.

By Priya A M

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Jun 14, 2017

Excellent course! I think it's a must for any cat/dog owner.

By Punya S A

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Dec 21, 2022

This course was very helpful and was presented beautifully.

By Vikentios M

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Jan 9, 2021

Because I have cats, this course was very useful to me :)))

By THR

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Jan 3, 2021

Fantastic course. There should definitely be a second part.

By Shiny R

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Mar 24, 2019

i learn a lot from this online course and it really helpful

By Aga K

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Oct 9, 2017

Great course!!! For all cats and dogs owners and lovers!!!!

By Merle M

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Jun 30, 2019

A very good material with a lot of understanding.

Thank you

By Juan F C

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Sep 16, 2020

Excelente, enriquecedor y bien estructurado. Recomendado.

By Syed M A R

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Sep 13, 2020

It was a wonderful experience learning from this platform

By Yin Z

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Sep 15, 2017

Basic knowledge for pets and pets' owners. Great to know.

By Julieta s s

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May 29, 2020

Muy lindo curso, muy didactico aprendi mucho Gracias!!!!

By Patricia D

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Mar 26, 2018

Really interresting with a lot of important informations

By Shana

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Feb 2, 2022

Amazing Course, have learnt alot of useful information

By Nicky L

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Dec 23, 2020

Super course. Easy to follow but still full of detail.

By Christina G

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May 2, 2020

Very informational in a short course. Highly recommend!