James Davis on Field Safety, Mentorship, and Dealing with Charismatic Invasive Species
- Author
- Kayla Fratt
- Published
- Tue 15 Mar 2022
- Episode Link
- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/k9conservationists/episodes/James-Davis-on-Field-Safety--Mentorship--and-Dealing-with-Charismatic-Invasive-Species-e1ed1fb
In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with James Davis about his work with Padfoot
Science Highlight: Detecting Small and Cryptic Animals By Combining Thermography and a Wildlife Detection Dog
What is some advice for someone hoping to jump into the industry?
- Be realistic about your expectations
- Don’t rely on this line of work to hold a steady income or to sustain you financially
How do you keep your dogs safe in the field?
- Use snake avoidance training - teach the dog to avoid snakes by rewarding the behavior of them stepping away from the snake
Links Mentioned in the Episode:
Where to find James Davis: Website | Facebook | Instagram
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