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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. We hope you enjoy the course!...

Top reviews

LR

Mar 26, 2020

I learned so much about how to decrease stress for my pets and increase their happiness. I also learned how to better communicate with them. Thank you for helping improve my pets quality of life!

AA

Jun 23, 2021

It gives you the basics about owning a pet and what you need to know for their welfare.

I don't see a need for certification for this course.

Recommended for general knowledge and resources

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By Sara j

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Jan 10, 2019

A good basic introduction to the subject

By Kellyann C

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Feb 26, 2018

great insight into dogs and cats welfare

By Elena H

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Nov 18, 2024

I liked it, it was very informative. :)

By La n A

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Apr 23, 2021

excelent very very thanks! I love it :D

By Vaishnavi R

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Dec 17, 2020

Really helpful and love the instructors

By Linda

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May 20, 2020

Great instructors--very helpful course.

By Basit S A

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Jan 8, 2018

it is very interesting and easy course.

By Francesca D G

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Aug 13, 2017

I really enjoyed this course, thank you

By Farah E

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Aug 6, 2017

The course was useful and sophisticated

By Камила Х

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Aug 13, 2024

Було дуже цікаво, корисно, пізнавально

By Louise S

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Oct 25, 2023

very intresting and educational course

By María F F G

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Dec 30, 2021

muy completo el curso, ayuda bastante

By Ng S M

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Jan 16, 2020

help me a lot when take care my kitten

By Voltayrine M

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Jan 25, 2019

An interesting and challenging course!

By Mark K

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Aug 30, 2018

full of excellent information and tips

By Olivia H

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Aug 3, 2021

Easy to do and lots of valuable info.

By Barrie M

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Apr 3, 2019

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By Michelle P

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Dec 11, 2018

I learned a lot. Thank you Coursera.

By Beth L

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Jul 3, 2020

an enjoyable and informative course

By Faryal M

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Sep 17, 2023

Thank you coursera for the course.

By Tiffany P

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Mar 8, 2021

This course was absolutely amazing

By Deleted A

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Apr 14, 2020

Great course, gained new insights.

By luisa f r r

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Mar 4, 2019

Things that every pet should know

By Orlando. B I

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Mar 7, 2018

Amazing course about cats and dogs