Course Overview
When a dog becomes selective with food, it can leave guardians feeling worried, frustrated, and unsure of what to do next. While it can be tempting to focus solely on what is being eaten, appetite and feeding behaviour are often influenced by much more than food alone.
This course explores the many factors that can contribute to fussy eating, including physical health, body condition, emotions, stress, environment, past experiences, and individual nutritional needs. Through a compassionate, holistic approach, you'll gain a deeper understanding of what may be influencing your dog's relationship with food and how to support them in a way that feels calm, appropriate, and aligned with their individual needs.
This course encourages you to look at the whole picture, helping you make more informed and confident decisions around feeding and wellbeing.
Who This Course Is For
This course is for dog guardians who would like to move beyond the search for the “right” food or a quick fix, and instead develop a deeper understanding of their dog's individual needs, preferences, and relationship with food.
It is particularly suited to those who are curious about the many factors that can influence appetite and feeding behaviour, and who would like to approach their dog's eating habits with greater understanding, confidence, and compassion.
Course curriculum
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1Welcome to Understanding and Supporting Fussy Dogs
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2Understanding Appetite
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3Taste Development & Early Experiences
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4Development, Growth & Adolescence
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5Body Condition & Energy Balance
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6Emotional State & Eating Behaviour
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7Food, Feeding Methods & Natural Eating Behaviour
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8Senior Dogs, Health & Appetite
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9Bringing it all Together
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10Final Thoughts & Thank You