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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....

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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 Jutta M

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May 7, 2020

It was interesting to learn new behavior for dogs and cats. Thank you very much.

By mia L

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Mar 26, 2020

I learned so much about my animals and the reasons on why they do certain things

By Maritza C I

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Sep 28, 2020

Muy recomendable para iniciarnos en el mundo del bienestar de nuestras mascotas

By Shahatphong P

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Jun 15, 2020

This course is very benefits for people who plan to have a pet. You can't miss.

By Deleted A

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Mar 4, 2024

Amazing course. Learned so much about dogs and cats that I never knew before.

By Zoe F

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May 3, 2020

very cool and informational! everything you need to know about animal training

By Adriana S G

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Apr 28, 2024

ojala pudiera comprar o pagar el certificado. muchas gracias , es muy importe

By Alexander g

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Jun 28, 2022

good course, straightforward, interesting and gave me an insight on my pets .

By Bárbara L

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Apr 17, 2021

I really like this course and will help me in my future carrier as veterinary

By Wu S

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Dec 25, 2020

very interesting, allows me to understand the behaviour my cat is exhibiting!

By Emma P

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Jul 9, 2020

Really interesting, have learnt a few things which will be helpful in my job.

By Paulo

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May 31, 2020

Excellent course for pet owners to develop skills to deal with their animals.

By Cris V

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Nov 12, 2019

I loved it. A very complete and helpful course. Thanks, guys. You're amazing.

By Urszula P

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Feb 5, 2024

Very informative and interesting course prepared by passionate professionals

By Nina J

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Mar 26, 2023

Thank you for all the people behind this course! Very helpful & informative!

By hasan ö

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Feb 18, 2020

basic main thing about cat and dog have told us and i m verry happy to learn

By JOHN Q

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May 7, 2017

THOROUGHLY ENJOYED COURSE, LEARNING MANY THINGS I'D NEVER THOUGHT OF BEFORE.

By Emmy N

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Sep 9, 2022

I encourage every person prior to getting an animal would take this course.

By Sharron

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Dec 13, 2020

Enjoyed learning more about my favourite pets, always a continual education

By Tania A T

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Jul 19, 2024

excelente curso, contenidos claros e interesantes, información importante

By Maria C

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Dec 22, 2020

Very nice course with usefull information about our pets. You should try!

By Elena S

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Nov 5, 2020

Очень интересный курс! Помогает лучше понять наших четвероногих питомцев!

By Juan J O C

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Apr 7, 2025

Ana amazing introduction! Tons of awesome facts about our furry friends!

By Kevin A M

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May 23, 2020

Gracias por el curso! Aprendí bastante sobre el cuidado de los animales.

By Nikki M

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Nov 9, 2017

Excellent course for veterinary professionals and the general public ali