Megan Sanders: Training Journeys Across Species and Settings [Episode 263]

Megan Sanders: Training Journeys Across Species and Settings [Episode 263]

In this inspiring first half of a two-part conversation, we're joined by the accomplished and thoughtful Megan Sanders—zoo behavior consultant, educator, and long-time advocate for evidence-based training.

With over 23 years in the zoo field, much of it at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Megan's journey has spanned caring for everything from goats and guinea pigs to snow leopards and mountain lions. Along the way, she became CMZ's first Animal Behavior Programs Manager, helped launch zoo-wide training and enrichment initiatives, and co-developed courses that have shaped the next generation of zookeepers. Beyond the zoo, Megan has also taught in higher education, supported service dog programs, and now collaborates with Behavior Works LLC as a consultant and instructor.

Together, we explore:
✅ How Megan's early squirrel and wombat encounters set her on a path toward behavior science
✅ Her evolution from keeper to building zoo-wide training systems
✅ The pivotal influence of mentors like Susan Friedman and Steve Martin
✅ Why "playing with better tennis players" is vital for professional growth
✅ The challenges of embracing discomfort as a pathway to improvement

Megan's story is a reminder that growth often comes from leaning into the uncomfortable, surrounding ourselves with people who challenge us, and staying curious about both animals and ourselves. Stay tuned for part two, where we'll dive into her master's thesis research on teaching strategies for animal trainers and transferring skills into practice.

Links

https://www.behaviorworks.org/

https://absc.ku.edu/

https://behaviorexplorer.com/

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