Inside a Dog’s Mind: The Science Behind Your Best Friend’s Behaviour

Title: Inside a Dog’s Mind: Understanding The Science Behind Your Best Friend’s Behaviour
Speaker: Elaine Henley P.G.Dip CABC, Clinical Animal Behaviourist.

Dogs don’t just act on instinct — their behaviour is shaped by evolution, learning, emotions, and their relationship with us. This engaging talk explores what science tells us about how dogs think, feel, communicate, and make decisions. We’ll look at everything from tail wagging and barking to problem-solving, attachment, and anxiety. You’ll discover why dogs behave the way they do in everyday situations and how small changes in our own behaviour can transform theirs. Whether you’re a lifelong dog owner or simply curious, this talk will help you see dogs not just as pets, but as individuals with minds of their own.

Key Audience Takeaways

• How dogs perceive the world through scent, sound, and sight
• What common dog behaviours really mean (and what they don’t)
• Why training works — and why it sometimes doesn’t
• The emotional lives of dogs: stress, joy, bonding, and fear
• Simple ways to build trust and improve your relationship with a dog

Doors - 7:30pm - first come first served on seating

Intros - 7:50pm

Talk - 8pm

Q&A - 8:40pm