Purpose: To provide the information needed for a critical discussion concerning the origin and development of the domestic dog.
Course Information: Using easily understood information from biology, genetics, animal behavior, and anthropology, this course invites critical examination of the support for the two most likely theories about the origin of the domestic dog. The development of distinct breeds from early generalized landraces is also discussed.
Prerequisites: None
What you can expect to learn from this course:
- The latest information on the relationship of dogs and wolves.
- Various ideas about what “domestication” means.
- Possible relationships of early dogs and humans.
- The original dog’s likely appearance and behavior.
- The definition of a “breed” and how they are developed.
Instructor: Janice Koler-Matznick
Course length: 6 one hour sessions
CEU Status:
This course is approved for 10 CEU’s from the IAABC.
This course is approved for 9 CEU’s from the CCPDT (CBCC-KA and CPDT-KA).
Course Cost -
For OnDemand: $240.00
Audit OnDemand: $160.00
Student Information:
Access to this course will expire in 6 months. Therefore, you have 6 months to complete this course from the date of registration.
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