Speakers
Approved for 12.0 CPDT CEUs
EVENT CO-HOSTED BY COMPANION ANIMAL SOLUTIONS!!
8:00 - 9:00 Check-in
Saturday, May 30, 2009 (9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
Working with Fearful Dogs
Many trainers find anxiety, fears and phobias to be among the most challenging behaviors to treat. This information-packed workshop incorporates lecture, photographs and extensive video footage to explore the art of working with fearful dogs. Topics include causes and prevention; how fear manifests; recognized and lesser-known stress signals; how to work with fearful dogs in clients' homes; a Firm Foundation program on which to build confidence; skills to teach owners; skills to teach dogs; a brief review of desensitization and counter-conditioning; and what training equipment is (and is not!) appropriate. Video footage includes fearful dogs in group classes and in homes, and techniques that can be used to treat fears such as those of one specific family member, and of being handled. Interactive exercises include participation in solving a fear-related case history. You will also get an overview of how complementary therapies can make your treatment plans even more successful.
Sunday, May 31, 2009 (9:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.)
The Evolution Of Canine Social Behavior
Dog Language (morning session)
This classic lecture is the comprehensive introduction into the world of canine communication. All aspects of canine communication are shown by means of slides or film. Aggression, fear, dominance, submission, friendliness, with all their multitude of expressions, are shown and explained in wolves, jackals, foxes, cape hunting dogs, dingos, coyotes and dogs. This lecture is also a comparative study of canine and human behavior. This lecture is based on Roger Abrantes' book of the same title.
Problem Behavior in Dogs (afternoon session)
This talk covers the treatment of problem behavior in dogs from common problems like walking the dog and home alone problems to more complicated issues such as aggressive and fearful behavior. The talk is based on the extensive experience and large files of the Etologisk Institute. The talk targets professionals such as veterinarians, behavior counselors and trainers but is also useful for the dog owner who is interested in understanding how problems develop or how to avoid them.
Dog Rules: This is a people only conference. PLEASE LEAVE YOUR DOG(S) AT HOME. Our primary concern is the safety of the dogs. Dogs cannot be left in cars, as the temperature in a car can rise to unsafe levels rapidly. To avoid any possibility of having our dogs are at risk, please keep your dogs at home.
General Rules: Cell Phones and Other Electronic Devices: Please turn off all cell phones and other electronic devices during the seminar.
General Courtesy: Please refrain from having private conversations during the conference. Please take all private conversations outside the seminar room.
Video/Audio-taping: No videotaping or Audio-taping is allowed during the seminar.
Directions: From Sea-Tac Airport or Interstate 5 North
When leaving the airport, follow the street signs onto Interstate 5 North. Follow I-5 North past the city, and take exit 169 to 45th street. Stay in the right hand lane and drive east on 45th street 5 blocks to Brooklyn Ave. Then turn left to the hotel entrance.
From Interstate 5 South
Take exit 169 to 45th street, drive east on 45th street 5 blocks to Brooklyn Ave. Then turn left to the hotel entrance.
From 405
Merge onto WA-520, then take the I5 North Exit to exit 169 NE 45th Street. Stay in the right lane and drive east on 45th 5 blocks to Brooklyn Ave, turn left onto Brooklyn Ave and left into the hotel.
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