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Five day seminars are an introduction to the field of ethology (animal behavior) and ethological concepts and theories, using wolves and their behavior as an example to learn from. While the seminars do focus mainly on wolves, this is a wonderful way to learn about animal behavior in general, and specifically the behavior of your own domesticated wolf -- the dog. No scientific background or previous study is necessary -- just a willingness to learn.
Exact lecture topics vary from year to year; however, all seminars include:
- Observation of hunting techniques during the Wolf/Bison Demonstration
- Observation of the wolves and practice in data collection techniques
- Meeting the wolves of the main research pack and other animals of Wolf Park
- Participation in the Training Game
- Introduction to ethological principles and concepts
- Classical and operant conditioning techniques
- "Play" and "jealousy" in wolves
- Rank order
- Imprinting of young animals
- Border collie training and livestock guarding dogs
- Wolf x dog hybrids
Because these seminars include the opportunity to meet Wolf Park's wolves, we insist that participants be 18 years of age or older and able-bodied enough to withstand a hearty greeting from a 100-pound wolf.
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