Free Behavior Observation Practice Sessions
Learn to Observe with Your Senses, Not Your Stories
Join us to practice the foundation of behavior expertise
If you want to understand animal behavior, you have to start by really seeing it. The most accurate, confident interpretations come from clear, detailed, and unbiased observations.
That’s exactly what Behavior Observation Practice (BOP) sessions are for.
In these free, live sessions, Emily guides you through a step-by-step process for spotting what’s truly happening in an animal’s behavior—before you rush to conclusions. You’ll practice:
- Separating what you see from the story you’re telling yourself
- Noticing variability in body language between individuals
- Seeing behavior in its full context, not in isolation
- Recognizing the limits of your knowledge (and why that’s valuable!)
Avoid One of the Biggest Mistakes in Animal Behavior
Most people jump straight to interpreting behavior—but the real expertise lies in the step before that.
And here’s the thing: even experienced professionals often overestimate their observation skills. That’s not a knock—it’s just human nature. Our brains are wired to fill in gaps, make assumptions, and filter information through our own experiences.
BOP sessions give you the chance to slow down, spot those blind spots, and retrain your brain to notice what’s actually happening. Like learning a new language, fluency in animal behavior takes practice, repetition, and feedback. The more you practice seeing clearly, the better your interpretations will be.
What to Expect
We start by watching a video at full speed to take in the whole scene.
Then we slow it down—way down—to 0.25 speed.
We focus only on observable behaviors, avoiding labels or assumptions. As we revisit the footage, you’ll notice more details, more patterns, and more context than you caught at first glance.
Finally, we return to full speed and discuss our interpretations—what we think is happening, how confident we are, and what we’d need to know to be sure.
This isn’t about everyone agreeing. In fact, differing perspectives make the whole group stronger.
Who Can Join
BOP sessions are for anyone with curiosity and a growth mindset:
Pet professionals who want sharper observation skills
Students in animal behavior fields
Pet parents eager to understand their animals better
Anyone who loves learning through hands-on practice
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