Sentences with phrase «use applied animal behavior»

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For the current study, Jessica Childs, a graduate student in Kroener's lab, applied VNS to a test group of rats used in the study in a process called «extinction learning» to determine whether the procedure could help the animals learn different behaviors and reduce their drug cravings.

The ASPCA believes that in all but rare cases the drugs should be used in concert with a behavior modification program designed by a certified applied animal behaviorist, veterinary behaviorist or other qualified professional.

Yet, using both these behavior modification techniques requires some knowledge, such as recognizing subtle signs of stress, which is why they are best done under the guidance of a certified applied animal behavior specialist, veterinary behaviorist or dog trainer well - versed in dog behavior.

Tammy also has experience applying the STARR method (as developed and described by Team Education in Animal Behavior) which can help reduce reactivity in dogs using simple clicker training techniques.

When we use the terms «applied animal behaviorist» or «animal behaviorist» we are referring to people who have graduate degrees in animal behavior.

Shelter animals are often not on their best behavior because a shelter can be a very scary place for an animal who is not used to being in a confined space with other animals (this also applies even to the most well run shelters).