The Science of Behavior: How Dogs Actually Learn with Dr. Susan Friedman

What do we really mean when we say “behavior”?

In this powerful kickoff to Season 6 of Pod to the Rescue, we’re joined by world-renowned behavior scientist Dr. Susan Friedman, Professor Emeritus of Psychology at Utah State University and founder of Behavior Works.

Together, we explore:

• Why behavior is an evolved adaptation

• The truth about reinforcement and punishment

• Why “scolding” isn’t necessary for learning

• How to build a “trust account” with your dog

• The ABC model (Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence)

• Why confidence is a label—and what it actually looks like

• Errorless learning and how to reduce mistakes in training

• How positive reinforcement builds resilience

Whether you're a new adopter, foster, shelter professional, or trainer, this episode will fundamentally change the way you see behavior.

Because rescuing the dog is just the first step.

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Emily Wolf, Brilliant Pup Behavior: https://www.brilliantpupbehavior.com/

Jenni Pfafman, Elevated Dog Training: https://www.elevateddogtraining.com/

Libby Felts, Bolder Dog and Bolder Dog Media: https://www.bolder.dog/