There is a debate over at Dolitter today about dominance-based training. I personally oppose it not just for fearful dogs but all dogs. Fans of people like Milan won’t convice me, and I won’t convince them. So, let’s not go there. BUT, I came across another comment with a link to this recent Public Radio interview with Temple Grandin that’s in part about her new book, Animals Make Us Human: Creating the Best Life for Animals. If this works, the audio embed will appear below. If not, here’s a link to the radio page.
The interview is about 50 minutes long.
Some of the Q&A gets tedius, but I was interested in her thoughts on the rise of separation anxiety and how breeding for puppy-like qualities may be to blame. And, considering how I’ve been hoping spending time with Katie might help Lilly, I loved hearing her thoughts on how other dogs can help those with poor dog-dog skills.
There is some great info for horse people and parents of autistic children as well.
I have not yet read the book, but I know Katie’s mom has it, so maybe I can borrow it soon.
Ugh – I am not a Cesar fan at all – some of the things I have seen him do to fearful dogs… okay, shutting up now…