Behavioral Modification Plan: Hyenas
The animal that I am studying are hyenas
Part 1
Locate a primary source, scientific article that discusses a behavior modification plan for an animal or group of animals that is a different type of animal from your own focal animal. Compare this behavior plan to your own draft plan in Assignment 1 for this week.
In 150-300 words summarize the article for your peers.
What was the target species?
Summarize the plan:
Where did this project take place? Describe the facility.
Describe any antecedents or consequences that were considered as a part of this plan. Was the behavior modification plan successful? Why or why not?
Part 2
Create a T-chart in your document. T-charts are a way to compare the different elements of two concepts side by side in order to identify similarities and differences. Here’s one way to do it using Google DocsLinks to an external site.. Compare this behavior plan to your own draft plan in Assignment 1 for this week. Your columns should be labeled with each plan getting its own column. Find as many points of comparison between the two as you can. Identify similarities and differences between the plans and record them on the t-chart.
Researched Plan
Your Plan
Fact A
Fact C
Fact B - different
Fact C - similar
Part 3
Discuss what you think is the most important part of the article’s plan. Was it different from yours? Explain. Why is it the most important, and how might you incorporate this into your plan (if it is not already part
Behavioral Modification Article
Your Name
Subject and Section
Professor’s Name
Date
Part 1 – Summary of the Article
Target Species: Canis lupus familiaris
Summary of the Plan:
The study investigated the effectiveness of various behavior modification programs and training techniques for treating canine aggression with or without medication. The researchers explored which types of professionals (veterinarians, behavior consultants, or trainers) were sought for assistance and the success rate of different treatment plans. The approaches evaluated included training methods and equipment, behavior modification programs, medications, and forms of alternative medicine.
Location and Facility:
The study was conducted via a self-reported questionnaire developed on Vanderbilt University's Research Electronic Data Capture platform (REDCap). As it relied on owner-reported data, there was no specific physical facility where the project occurred.
Antecedents and Consequences: