Learn about the inner workings of the mammalian mind. ThinkBehaviour introduces students to mammalian neurophysiology and animal cognition through modern research conducted into this fascinating subject.
ThinkBehaviour is the perfect bridging course for anyone who already has experience in the training or behaviour profession, in preparation for the COAPE Diplomas.
Course Content
Unit 1
In this first unit we look at the evolution and domestication of the dog and cat and how they exploit new resources in a changing environment. We investigate the feeding behaviour of dogs and cats, taking into account the feline design as a hunter. The student will learn about digestive health, major nutrients and what constitutes a balanced diet, as well as how to interpret the labelling of commercial pet food.
Unit 2
Unit 2 explores the Digestive system, the glands of the digestive tract, how food is digested and absorbed and the role of both digestive microflora and bacterial fermentation, as well as how food is metabolized into energy. We go on to explore the impact of fear, stress and anxiety on the animal’s health and how to use diet to improve stress in dogs and cats. This unit also looks at obesity, Diabetes Mellitus and critical illness in dogs and cats.
Unit 3
The focus of this unit is the defining life stages in cats and dogs and the nutritional requirement of each stage. From breeding dogs and cats, to growing kittens and puppies, through healthy ageing cats and dogs and lastly to working dogs.
Unit 4
In this final unit we investigate the role of nutrition in disease. We look at various types of disease from Cardiovascular, Gastrointestinal, Hepatic, Renal and Urinary tract disease, to Dental, Dermatological and Orthopaedic disease.
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Course tutored by
Carla van Rooyen
Intermediate Course
Online
English speaking and access to a computer with stable internet.
