PSY 357 Puppy Temperament Testing
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH PROJECT
Faculty:
Samuel D. Gosling, Ph.D.
Contact:
Amanda Jones acjones@mail.utexas.edu
Description:
We are in the beginning stages of a collaborative research project with Lackland Air Force Base’s Explosives Detection Dog program. In this research project, we will be striving to help identify a temperament test that will allow for early selection of dogs that can successfully perform explosives detection and patrol work for the armed forces.
To learn more about this study and our general research, please visit www.animalpersonality.org
Qualifications:
We seek highly reliable, conscientious research assistants with at least minimal experience with dogs (e.g., who grew up with or have pet dogs) and who are able to commit AT LEAST 2 semesters to this study.
Duties:
Research assistants will be trained in behavioral coding of puppy temperament assessments. Interested students should contact Amanda to set up a meeting and learn more about this study and opportunities for involvement!
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