Dr Jim Ha, co-host of Dogged Justice, has dedicated his life to the study of animal behavior. In this episode, he gives us a glimpse of his career and education. He also shares how he applied his knowledge and research to benefit the communities he serves including the Courthouse Dogs Foundation.
Episode Highlights
1:00 – Jim’s father inspires him early
3:00 – Education & early career
5:00 – Field PHD Research.
7:30 – Postdoctoral Research
10:30 – Shifting from cognitive to behavioral studies
15:45 – Helping apply animal behavior in homes
18:30 – How Animal Behavior Associates of Washington came to be
23:30 – What Jim hopes to share on this podcast
24:00 – Resources Jim has created
27:00 – Courthouse Dogs Foundation
31:30 – The special relationship between humans and dogs
36:00 – How science plays a part in understanding the benefits of dogs
Links To References
University of Washington Certificate in Applied Animal Behavior
Dog Behavior – Modern Science & Our Canine Companions
Dr Jim’s Credentials
Millersville University, BA Biology, 1980
Wake Forest University, MA Biology, 1983
Colorado State University, PhD Zoology, 1989
Research Professor, University of Washington, 1992-present
Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, 2004-present
Owner, Animal Behavior Associates of Washington education and consulting
Owner, DrJimHa.com education and consulting
Connect with Jim or learn more about his work on his website at drjimha.com.