If you are into animal behavior and positive reinforcement training, you're in the right spot. World renown animal behavior consultant, falconer, and educator Hillary Hankey dives deep with conversations and case studies on parrots, birds of prey as well as horses, dogs and all kinds of animals on topics of behavior as well as nutrition, ethology, and problem solving.
The Avian Behavior Podcast
Claim This Podcastby Hillary Hankey
4.9(54 reviews)
81 episodes
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If you are into animal behavior and positive reinforcement training, you're in the right spot. World renown animal behavior consultant, falconer, and educator Hillary Hankey dives deep with conversations and case studies on parrots, birds of prey as well as horses, dogs and all kinds of animals on topics of behavior as well as nutrition, ethology, and problem solving.
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Recent Episodes
May 12, 2026
81 The Expert Card
Hillary examines how expertise in animal training can become a shield, advocating for rigorous, compassionate, and accountable leadership that prioritizes precision and openness to revision.
April 16, 2026
80 Mentorship and Falconry with Simone Lupson-Cook and Lauren McGough
<article id="post-16521" class= "post-16521 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <div class="post_content_holder"> <div class="post_text"> <div class="post_text_inner"> <p>This episode is a conversation between friends Simone Lupson-Cook, Lauren McGough, PhD, and Hillary Hankey about what mentorship means to them, growth through falconry over the years, and how to navigate complex relationships. Set on a sunny outdoor deck while casually bird-watching and enjoying morning coffee on a warm winter morning in Southern California, this long conversation invites the listener to celebrate curiosity with bird behavior and learning.</p> </div> </div> </div> </article> <p>Come learn with us in the <a href="https://avianbehaviorlab.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Avian Behavior Lab</a>. Guided courses, private forum, and live trainings with dozens of bird species. Free 14 day trial with the coupon code AVIAN. </p>
March 27, 2026
79 Transitioning from a traditional to choice based training paradigm
<p>Explore the transition from traditional to choice-based training for ambassador raptors with Hillary Hankey. This professional discussion is a presentation from the 2026 NWRA conference that looks into evolving welfare standards, the science of behavior, and the distinction between coercion and choice. Learn about the benefits of choice-based methods, including reduced stress and improved feather condition, and understand the strategic steps for successful implementation in avian programs.</p> <p>For a free 14 day trial of the <a href= "https://avianbehaviorlab.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Avian Behavior Lab,</a> use the code AVIAN</p>
81 total episodes available with 1 transcripts
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