The Dog Scholar

The Dog Scholar

by Dr Sabrina Cohen-Hatton, Jamie Penrith and Danny Wells

Pets & Animals Natural Sciences

Solving the Mystery of the Chupacabra

Have you ever heard of the Chupacabra? Discover the origins of this legendary cryptid, as the team uses sightings, theories, and science to try and bust the myth. This episode may contain conspiracy theories, duck taxidermy and blood-sucking Liverpudlians.

Do search and rescue dogs get stressed?

We know that dogs can become stressed, anxious and fearful, but do search and rescue dogs working in stressful situations feel the same way as their human counterparts? This episode may contain exposure therapy, natural disasters and acts of heroism. Sit down every week with The Dog Scholar to unpick a new big question about dogs. Dr Sab brings the latest scientific research, Danny and Jamie bring 20 years of experience working with and training thousands of dogs. Takeaway fun facts, bust your own long held myths, and get to know humans' best friends in a completely new way. Send your questions and personal dog related icks to podcast@thedogscholar.com. Find us on social media @dogscholarpodcast.

Can dogs secretly talk to each other?

Do dogs understand what we're saying? And are they trying to talk back? Let's look at some groundbreaking science about communicating with dogs. This episode may contain button pushing, Duolingo for barks, and dogs knowing us better than we know them. Sit down every week with The Dog Scholar to unpick a new big question about dogs. Dr Sab brings the latest scientific research, Danny and Jamie bring 20 years of experience working with and training thousands of dogs. Takeaway fun facts, bust your own long held myths, and get to know humans' best friends in a completely new way. Send your questions and personal dog related icks to podcast@thedogscholar.com. Find us on social media @dogscholarpodcast.

How do puppy personalities develop?

Dogs have personalities, there is no doubt and factors like genetics and environment play a large part in outcomes. There are also things that you can do to support their development and instil solid foundations as they move from puppy to adult. This episode may contain maternal instincts, a live therapy session and around 30,000 labradors.

Why do stressed dogs die sooner?

Stressed dogs die sooner! So what can we do about it? What are the signs that your dog is chronically stressed? How can we help them overcome their anxiety? This episode may contain anxiety medication, pedigree Cockapoos and exposing dogs to traffic and shiny floors.

Do dogs morph into their owners?

We all notice those uncanny resemblances between dogs and their owners but is this accurate? A coincidence? Or do we just want it to be true? Studies have shown that some personalities may be influencing more than we thought. This episode may contain doggy Hebrew lessons, poor time keeping and dogs with selective hearing.

Which do dogs prefer: You or food?

We put 15 dogs in a brain scanner and gave them the choice. Astonishingly, most dogs prefer their owner - even hungry dogs! Are we really the best treat a dog can get? The Dog Scholar explains... This episode may contain vegan dogs, training bombshells, and a tangent about Flint the Labrador becoming a plumber. 🐕 WHAT IS THE DOG SCHOLAR? 🐕 A dog-obsessed science show hosted by two expert dog-trainers and a neuroscientist, the dog scholar uses the latest cutting-edge research from neuroscience, psychology, and other life sciences to bust common myths about dogs and their relationship with people. Each episode tackles one common question we have about our canine companions, Dr Sab breaks down a related recent scientific study, and Jamie and Danny discuss how those findings apply to your dogs with practical take-home tips. Send your questions and personal dog related icks to podcast@thedogscholar.com. Find us on social media @dogscholarpodcast.

Does neutering improve a dogs behaviour?

Thousands of dogs were studied, the data is in, and it is astonishing. Neutering or spaying dogs can actually lead to worse behaviour. Do we need to rethink what is 'normal'? The Dog Scholar explains...

Do dogs feel grief?

How to dogs react when another dog dies? Do they miss them? This episode contains both difficult discussions and heartwarming revelations.

Will my dog protect me?

Many of us think that our dogs will protect us - but the science begs to differ... This episode may contain insider knowledge, talk of decoys and one feisty little Jack Russell. An audio version of this show is available now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 🐕 WHAT IS THE DOG SCHOLAR? 🐕 A dog-obsessed science show hosted by two expert dog-trainers and a neuroscientist, the dog scholar uses the latest cutting-edge research from neuroscience, psychology, and other life sciences to bust common myths about dogs and their relationship with people. Each episode tackles one common question we have about our canine companions, Dr Sab breaks down a related recent scientific study, and Jamie and Danny discuss how those findings apply to your dogs with practical take-home tips. Send your questions and personal dog related icks to podcast@thedogscholar.com. Find us on social media @dogscholarpodcast. For further information on services and dog training enquiries, visit: ⬩Danny Wells: https://unleashedk9uk.com/ ⬩Jamie Penrith: https://taketheleadtraining.co.uk/

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