Development and Socialization of Captive Wolf Pups [F-24-8]
| Presenter: | Karen Davis |
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| Location: | SUNY Potsdam: Flagg 205 |
| Classes: | 1 Session 2.0 hours |
| Dates: | N/AFri 2:00 PM 09/20 |
| Status: | Course Update: The location for course #8 has been changed to Flagg Hall room 205 (on the SUNY Potsdam campus). It meets on September 20 at 2 pm. |
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This course includes a description of the developmental stages of wolves. Dr. Davis then discusses her innovation of socialization and hand rearing methods for wolf pups designed to create well balanced wolf ambassadors. Research into the socialization of wolf pups is based on experiences and skills honed by Dr. Davis over many years of raising and handling captive wolves. Also discusswill be how these finding compare to dog behavior and can be used to improve our relationships with dogs.
Dr. Karen M. Davis started studying wolves while an undergraduate at Purdue University at Wolf Park, Battle Ground IN. In 2009 she received her PhD from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville in Experimental Psychology (Animal behavior). After graduation Dr. Davis investigated the development of play behavior in dogs for her post doc. In 2015 Dr. Davis returned to Wolf Park as assistant curator and finally wolf curator to research, handle, and educate about wolf behavior. Currently Dr. Davis is an Assistant Professor at SUNY Potsdam in the psychology department.
Cap: 46