In this episode of Just A Dog Podcast, I speak with Ádám Miklósi, Professor of Ethology and one of the most influential researchers in dog behaviour and cognition.

Professor Miklósi is the founder of the Family Dog Project in Hungary and has spent decades studying how dogs think, learn, and form relationships with humans.

His work has shaped much of what we now understand about dog human attachment, social behaviour, and the role of environment in behavioural development.

In our conversation, we explore how dogs are shaped by biology, environment, and the human relationships they live within. We discuss why dog behaviour must be understood in context, why dogs do not exist in isolation, and how human expectations and living conditions influence behaviour.

We also talk about individuality, attachment, and what scientific research can realistically tell us about the inner lives of dogs.

G Dogs research project

Professor Miklósi’s team runs the G Dogs project, a long term scientific study of dogs who can recognise the names of objects and reliably retrieve specific items when asked.

Dogs of any age may be eligible if they already know between 5 and 8 object names. Participation is remote, with full guidance provided.

For more information or to enquire about taking part, contact:
[email protected]