Continuing Education Events

Emotions as Learned Behavior

Barbara Handleman and Kellie Snider, MA

This 90 minute online program will include a question and answer format, during which Barbara Handelman will pose questions to Kellie Snider about how canine emotions are related to and a consequence of learning in specific situations. There will be definitions for terminology used during the presentation. Students are invited to submit questions in advance and ample time at the end of the program for participants to ask questions.

Skills taught: Assessment, Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior, Biological Sciences Species Specific Knowledge

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November 04, 2010 - November 04, 2012
Kellie Snider, MA and Barbara Handelman, M.Ed, CDBC, 1.5 CEUs

The Art of Selling and Teaching Private Lessons

Animal Behavior College

Understanding how to expertly perform private dog training sessions is a crucial component of every professional dog trainer’s career. There are several reasons why learning how to offer quality private lessons is greatly beneficial to your training repertoire. Some clients are better served by one-on-one, individualized, personalized training rather than a group class atmosphere – perhaps the client’s schedule is especially hectic, her puppy is not of age to attend group classes, or her older dog’s shyness renders him uncomfortable when forced to interact with other dogs. Regardless of the particular client’s reason, there will always be a demand for private-lesson training. This comprehensive Continuing Education Program (CEP), titled “The Art of Selling and Teaching Private Lessons,” is comprised of approximately 300 pages of highly-detailed, invaluable, critical information that every trainer should familiarize herself with in regards to conducting private lessons. Authored by Teoti Anderson, former president of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT), this CEP will ameliorate your knowledge of proper private-lesson training and will instruct you on such imperative topics as sales techniques and tips, understanding communication styles, the different types of private training, developing effective training plans, how to teach off-leash behaviors, and how to achieve client compliance in order to maximize the successfulness of your training. Additionally, the CEP covers advanced tips for marketing yourself and your business and includes essential information on liability protection, a necessity for every dog trainer. Upon completion of this course, you will have the proficiency and aptitude necessary in order to offer and administer effective private lessons within a client’s home, at a local park or at your own facility. Your knowledge of how to obtain clientele and conduct efficient private lessons will assist you in growing your business and maximizing its potential as you will have the ability to offer a plethora of training services to your clients aside from group classes.

Skills taught: Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior, Business/Marketing

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Website: www.AnimalBehaviorCollege.com/CEPs

January 01, 2011 - June 30, 2012
Animal Behavior College, 21 CEUs

The Developmental Periods of a Dog:

Kellyann Conway

This webinar will provide an overview of a dog's developmental periods including: Neonatal, transition, awareness, canine socialization, human socialization, fear impact, seniority classification, flight instinct, second fear impact, and maturity. Speakers will discuss dogs' developmental perionds, important considerations for every age from puppy through adulthood, and ways to maximize learning.

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Website: www.apdt.com

February 10, 2011 - February 10, 2012
Moderator: Steve White Speaker: Debbie Martin, 1.5 CEUs

Learning Theory 101

Teoti Anderson

This webinar provides dog training professionals with an overview of animal learning including a historical background, the underlying theory, and key components.

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Website: www.apdt.com

February 17, 2011 - February 17, 2012
Moderator: Don Hanson Speaker: Teoti Anderson, 1.5 CEUs

Stress and Fear: Signs, Causes, and Preventive Measures

Jeff Wise

Like human beings and other animals, dogs display fear and anxiety in response to perceived threats to their well being. It’s critical for dog training professionals to understand the mechanisms underlying these emotional states. In this webinar, the speaker will discuss how fear causes behavioral and physiological changes and what owners and trainers can do to avoid triggering the response.

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Website: www.apdt.com

March 03, 2011 - March 03, 2012
Jeff Wise, Science Writer/ APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Dog Training: Achieving Fluency

Steve White and Gail Fisher

Fluency is the final stage of dog training—the stage at which the dog repeats the behavior at the desired level of speed and perfection. It’s one of the five stages of dog training including: learning, generalization, discrimination, and reliability. Speakers will provide a brief overview of the five stages of dog training, discuss the fluency stage, and describe the intrinsic and extrinsic factors that might have a possible impact on a dog’s learning and behavior as it relates to fluency. They will share real life examples and case studies.

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Website: www.apdt.com

March 10, 2011 - March 10, 2012
• Steve White, i2i K-9 Professional Training Services & APDT Education Committee Member/APDT, 1.5 CEUs

A Pet Guardians Perspective on Holistic and Complementary Healthcare

Don Hansen

Today clients have a wealth of healthcare options for their pets that go well beyond traditional veterinary medicine. This presentation will examine the typical holistic recommendations on nutrition and vaccinations. We will also discuss various complementary modalities of treatment (chiropractic care, acupuncture and Chinese medicine, herbs, homeopathy and Bach flower remedies). The presenter will discuss his experience with each of these modalities with his own pets. This topic will be reviewed from both the perspective of a consumer and a practitioner.

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Website: www.apdt.com

March 24, 2011 - March 24, 2012
Don Hanson, BFRAP, CDBC, CPDT-KA, President, Green Acres Kennel Shop /APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Your Marketing and Public Relations Plan: Strategies and Tactics to Promote Your Business

Stephanie Colman

In this webinar, the speaker will discuss the role of marketing and public relations in recruiting and retaining clients. Key elements of a marketing plan, along with strategies for working with local media will be addressed.

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Website: www.apdt.com

March 31, 2011 - March 31, 2012
Stephanie Colman, Owner, Caninestein/APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Canine Body Language and Communication

Susan Briggs, Robin Bennett

The ability to recognize and respond appropriately to both overt and subtle canine body language is critical for dog trainers, dog instructors, and teachers of trainers. Covering everything from the most subtle stress signals to overt aggression, understanding what the dog is “saying” and responding appropriately is vital for a professional dog trainer. Speakers will discuss canine body language, canine communication, and appropriate responses using real life examples.

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Website: www.apdt.com

April 07, 2011 - April 07, 2012
Briggs, CKO, is co-owner of Urban Tails/ APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Profit is Not a Dirty Word: Pricing Your Services and Making the Sale

Veronica Boutelle, Gina Phairas

In this webinar, speakers will teach pricing and sales strategies for training businesses. Learn effective approaches to pricing and sales how to avoid the common mistakes that keep training businesses from thriving. LEARNING OBJECTIVES • Discuss the financial value of your knowledge and physical investment • Identify key elements when setting your service pricing structure • Select a pricing strategy that is right for your business and marketplace • Learn how to sell your services confidently and effectively

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Website: www.apdt.com

April 21, 2011 - April 21, 2012
Veronica Boutelle, MA Ed., CTC, President & Business Coach, dog*tec/APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Problem Behavior: Housetraining

Teoti Anderson

Housetraining problems are some of the most common reasons dogs are relinquished to shelters and rescue groups. They are also a tremendous source of frustration for clients. Sometimes, clients have unrealistic expectations. Other times, there may be underlying medical issues that are contributing to a lack of housetraining. This webinar will address effective housetraining techniques, as well as ways to manage client expectations and support clients during housetraining efforts. We will also discuss some medical conditions that mask as housetraining problems, and address the special challenge of housetraining puppy mill puppies.

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Website: www.apdt.com

April 28, 2011 - April 28, 2012
Teoti Anderson, CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, Owner, Pawsitive Results, LLC/APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Dog Training: Generalizing Behaviors

Steve White

True mastery of any skill requires that learners go through the four phases of acquisition, fluency, generalization, and retention. Each of these phases must be systematically addressed if we hope to develop robust behaviors that can be performed at will, anywhere, anytime, and under any circumstances for the life of the learner. Building on the material in the previous Fluency webinar, we'll show you how to turn fluent behaviors into robust, road-worthy ones by systematically addressing the four elements of generalization.

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Website: www.apdt.com

May 05, 2011 - May 05, 2012
Presenter Steve White - Sponsor APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Relationship Between Physical and Emotional Health in Dogs

Melissa Bain

Disease is very often expressed behaviorally...lethargy vs. hyperexcitability, anorexia vs. polyphagia, "fly-snapping" and circling behavior. A disorder may possess both medical and behavioral components. Both must be addressed to ensure resolution of the problem. Trainers should be aware of the inter-relationship between the physical and emotional aspects of dog behavior, and understand the role that both trainers and veterinarians play in dogs' health and welfare.

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Website: www.apdt.com

May 19, 2011 - May 19, 2012
Dr. Melissa Bain, DVM, 1.5 CEUs

Group Class Management: Methods and Techniques for the

Janine Pierce

Whether you are a dog trainer, dog training instructor or a teacher of trainers, you need to know and demonstrate strong skills in managing your group class environment. This is a critical step in creating an effective and active learning environment. Speaker will discuss important techniques, tools, and competencies necessary to manage a class consisting of: • one or multiple dogs of all ages • adults and multiple dogs • adults, children, and multiple dogs • dog trainers and assistants

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Website: www.apdt.com

May 26, 2011 - May 26, 2012
Janine Pierce, CPDT-KA, J9's K9s Dog Training, Inc./Hanan Bedri, MS, MA, Education Director, APDT, 1.5 CEUs

It Takes Two: Successful Cat and Dog Interactions

Jacqueline Munera

Millions of cats and dogs in America live together in varying degrees of harmony. Many of your dog clients also have cats, but they may not be aware of what each species needs in order to peaceably coexist with the other. Additionally, when things go wrong, your clients may not know how to improve the situation. This presentation will review some of the most common problem situations that occur in the environment and some specific training techniques that can be used to increase positive associations between individuals of both species. You will also learn how important it is to include the cat in the behavior modification and training plans.

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Website: www.apdt.com

June 02, 2011 - June 02, 2012
Jacqueline Munera/APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Rich with Enrichment, Stress & Stress Reduction

Katenna Jones

'Stress' is a word we say and hear on a regular basis. It is often used when describing our professional, social, or personal lives. It is also commonly used when dealing with or talking about our animal clients. But do we really understand what it means? Is our stress the same as an animal's? What does stress have to do with working with an animal client? What should we consider when training? How do I know if an animal is really stressed, or simply excited? And how can I alleviate stress? Attendees of this webinar will learn about the impact of stress, both mentally and physically, how stress impacts training, and what they as professionals can do to reduce stress. The focus will be on studies conducted in animal shelters, and the benefits of working with shelter animals will be addressed as well.

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Website: www.apdt.com

June 16, 2011 - June 16, 2012
Katenna Jones/APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Training Shelter Dogs

Animal Behavior College

As a pet professional, you will frequently encounter dogs temporarily residing in shelters and rescues due to owner relinquishment. This devastating situation calls for immediate attention, and for that reason, ABC has created a greatly informative Continuing Education Program (CEP) that will assist you in helping homeless dogs to become more adoptable. This CEP consists of 250+ pages of material authored by Teoti Anderson, former president of the APDT, with contributions from Kelly Gorman-Dunbar and numerous members of the ABC staff. The wealth of information provided discuss everything from understanding the different kinds of shelters, how to approach them, identifying dogs for adoption and defensive handling, to temperament assessments, including some excellent information from the ASPCA MYM Safer Program. Upon completion of this course, you will have a solid foundation of knowledge regarding the training and treatment of shelter dogs everywhere with specific attention to re-homing. You will also have the skills necessary for launching an animal shelter or dog rescue training program in which you can hold classes for dog owners and/or seminars to improve the knowledge of people in your community. As a pet professional, you will strive to not only train shelter dogs, but to place them in permanent, loving homes. Every hour spent with a shelter dog makes a world of difference, and upon completion of the Training Shelter Dogs CEP, you will have the knowledge, skills, and drive to positively transform the lives of shelter dogs everywhere.

Skills taught: Assessment, Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior, Business/Marketing

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Website: www.AnimalBehaviorCollege.com/CEPs

July 01, 2011 - June 30, 2012
Animal Behavior College, 21 CEUs

Pet Sitting and Dog Walking

Animal Behavior College

The animal industry is continually growing with new ways of caring for our pets. Two of the fastest growing animal services are pet sitting and dog walking. Using our decades of experience in the pet industry, ABC has created a Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Continuing Education Program (CEP) to help you offer this invaluable service to pet owners in your area. This CEP contains 400 pages of detailed material written by Wendy Bedwell-Wilson, author and former editor for Pet Product News International. Topics range from identifying and understanding body language, canine, feline and avian behavior, basic nutrition and hygiene, creating mental and physical stimulation, building relationships with your clients’ pets, personal and home owner safety, creating and maintaining schedules, walking a dog calmly on-leash, building clientele, and much more! Upon completion of this course, you will have a new and highly sought after service to provide to your existing and future clients. With the knowledge of the ins and outs of creating a Business Plan and Budget, how to properly build client relationships, as well as the expertise of caring for a variety of pets, you will have a highly sought after service to provide to your clients and their pets with fur, feathers and scales.

Skills taught: Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, General Animal Behavior, Biological Sciences Species Specific Knowledge, Business/Marketing

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Website: www.AnimalBehaviorCollege.com/CEPs

July 01, 2011 - June 30, 2012
Animal Behavior College, 21 CEUs

Impulsive rehoming phase...postpartum and dogs

Jennifer Shryock

Overwhelmed new parents each year make a heart wrenching decision they often regret. Usually this peaks when baby is 2 - 6 months of age. This is Impulsive Rehoming Phase (IRP) or the “Better Off” Phase. Mom may feel the dog would be Better Off with another family as she is too tired or unable to meet the needs. Other family members may feel mom would be Better Off; with one less thing to take care of. These are the situations heard time and time again by shelters, rescues and dog professionals. There are many factors at play here and our goal is to offer ongoing support and solutions to help professionals and families work through this challenging time. This webinar will discuss what to consider and simple solutions to support the families you support during this time in their life.

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Website: www.apdt.com

July 14, 2011 - July 14, 2012
Jennifer Shryock B.A. CDBC/APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Using TAGteach to Increase Skill Acquisition and Motivation for your Human Clients

Theresa McKeon

There are two clients that benefit from working with a professional dog trainer; the dog and the human who owns it. You work hard to create a positive and productive learning environment for the animal, but how do you do the same for your human client? There is a technology that combines best practices of the animal world (operant conditioning and marker based training), with specific modifications for the human learner. It’s called TAGteach. Using TAGteach increases opportunities for learner success, encourages focus, and creates clear communication between student and teacher. Dr. Julie Vargas (nee Skinner) commented on TAGteach. “It’s amazing that it took until the turn of the 21st century for someone to use a specialized conditioned reinforcer for human physical skills”. TAGteach is currently being used by all ages in a myriad of applications including: instructing medical students, PGA golfers, business management, special needs students, and of course, teaching animal trainers to train animals.

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Website: www.apdt.com

July 21, 2011 - July 21, 2012
Theresa McKeon, 1.5 CEUs

From shelter to new home: introduction of cats in transition

Pam Johnson-Bennett, CCBC

When a cat comes from the shelter it's not uncommon for the family to expect kitty to immediately recognize his good fortune and fit right into the family. Sadly, many shelter cats have emotional issues due to the initial reason for the relinquishment or abandonment. These issues must be addressed in the new home. This presentation will help the animal professional to guide owners through the process of bringing a shelter cat into the home, setting up a sanctuary room, bonding issues, and introduction to family and other pets.

Skills taught: Assessment, Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, General Animal Behavior, Biological Sciences Species Specific Knowledge

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Website: www.apdt.com

July 28, 2011 - July 28, 2012
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Teach Self Control Skills

Dee Ganley

Our use of reinforcement and timeouts to teach self-control in every part of the dog's life with us is central to our success. To learn, the dog must be able to think and to think requires self-control. What is the opposite of self-control? OUT-OF-CONTROL!!! Being out-of-control is what brings almost all of the dogs to us. Join Dee Ganley, author of “Changing People, Changing Dogs as she covers several practical methods of teaching dogs to achieve self control. This 90 minute session is jam-packed with information and video demonstrations that will have you and your dog, or your clients and their dogs, on their way to a happy and satisfying relationship.

Skills taught: Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, General Animal Behavior

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Website: www.e-trainingfordogs.com

August 04, 2011 - August 04, 2012
E-Training for Dogs, Inc., 1.5 CEUs

Master the Business of Dog-Dog Aggression

Veronica Boutelle, MA Ed., CTC

Dog-dog reactivity/ aggression is one of the most lucrative dog training niches. It’s also fraught with complexity. The high level of skill required, coupled with the anxiety and embarrassment surrounding the behavior, produce poor client compliance. The work calls for good therapy dogs and handlers—neither of which are easy to come by. And you rarely have the time you need to implement a full training plan. But if you have dog-dog experience and enjoy working with this issue, becoming known for it can take your business to a new level. Join dog*tec founder Veronica Boutelle, author of How To Run a Dog Business and co-author of Minding Your Dog Business, as she lays out a simple formula for building and profiting from a dog-dog niche. Learn how to: • Package and price dog-dog services • Set policies that protect training and income • Take marketing advantage of your dog-dog niche • Eliminate client compliance issues

Skills taught: Business/Marketing

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Website: www.apdt.com

August 25, 2011 - August 25, 2012
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Basic Dog Body Language

Teresa Lewin

This course will teach you to read dog body language and to understand how dogs communicate with their various body parts. You will learn how to look for clues in a dog's body postures and in the environment to help you decide whether a dog wants to interact or is best left alone. Happy dogs are easier to train, less likely to develop behaviour problems and less likely to bite. The information you gain from this course will be useful to anyone who owns a dog, works with dogs or encounters other people's dogs on the job or during leisure time. If you own or work with dogs, you will learn how to tell if some aspects of the dog's life are causing anxiety so that you can work to reduce these, resulting in a happier dog that is easier to train and live with.

Skills taught: General Animal Behavior

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Website: doggonecrazy.litmos.com/online-courses/

September 28, 2011 - September 28, 2012
Doggone Safe, 3 CEUs

Keeping Dogs Safe

Barbara Handelman, M.Ed, CDBC, Certified Behavior Consultant, IAABC & Monique A. R. Udell, PhD

During this presentation, Barbara Handelman will introduce scientifically established terminology to describe canine behavior. The following subjects will be discussed in-depth, with accompanying illustrations in the form of photographs and videotapes of dogs interacting: * Distance increasing signals * Distance decreasing signals * Play invitation behaviors * Metasignals (how the dogs know it really is still play) * Indicators of stress: ranging from mild to extreme Participants will learn how to recognize play behavior, signs of increasing arousal, and other indicators that a play interaction might "tip over" into a fight. Videotapes of dogs interacting will provide "real time" examples of situations that might require human intervention, in order ensure the safety of the dogs. Discussion will follow, led by Monique Udell.

Skills taught: Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior, Biological Sciences Species Specific Knowledge

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Website: www.e-trainingfordogs.com/category/lecture-series/

October 06, 2011 - October 06, 2012
E-Training for Dogs, 1.5 CEUs

Dog Obedience Instructor Program

Animal Behavior College

This curriculum focuses on positive motivation techniques and offers a strong foundation of academic and theoretical knowledge about dogs and how they learn. Combining in-home study with a hands-on externship, this course is ideal for the busy individual desiring to complete their education in and near home. The written portion of the Dog Obedience Instructor Program includes extensive knowledge spanning over 900 pages of Study Guides. Each Study Guide is full of relevant and detailed information providing you with the knowledge necessary to pursue a career as a professional dog trainer, including sections specifically discussing how to teach group classes and business building. Once a strong foundation has been established, you will begin your hands-on training with a professional dog trainer in your area. The opportunity for dog training is endless! Once you are an ABC Certified Trainer, you can teach private or group classes, be an independent dog trainer working for yourself, or work for someone as a trainer. You can even open a doggie daycare or work with therapy dogs!

Skills taught: Assessment, Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior, Biological Sciences Species Specific Knowledge, Business/Marketing

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Website: www.AnimalBehaviorCollege.com

November 01, 2011 - December 31, 2012
Animal Behavior College, 30 CEUs

Veterinary Assistant Program

Animal Behavior College

This program is extremely educational. From office management and hospital procedures to surgical preparation and assisting laboratory procedures, pharmacology and radiology, students will acquire the essential knowledge of working in a veterinary hospital. Combining in-home study with a hands-on externship, this course is ideal for the busy individual desiring to complete their education in and near home. The written portion of the Veterinary Assistant Program includes extensive knowledge spanning over 900 pages of Study Guides. Each Study Guide is full of relevant and detailed information providing you with the knowledge necessary to pursue a career in the animal care industry. Once the in-home exams have been completed, you will put your learned knowledge in motion during our valuable externship at a Veterinary Clinic or Hospital in your area. You will receive personal attention that will provide a strong foundation for a life-long career in animal medicine.

Skills taught: Assessment, Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, General Animal Behavior, Biological Sciences Species Specific Knowledge

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Website: www.BecomeAVetAssistant.com

November 01, 2011 - December 31, 2012
Animal Behavior College, 30 CEUs

Grooming Instruction Program

Animal Behavior College

In this program, you will learn the fundamentals of pet grooming, the tools of the trade, health and safety and much more! From bathing and brushing to clipper use and shear control to body styles and breed specific cuts, Animal Behavior College will provide you with the education needed to succeed as a professional pet groomer. Combining in-home study with a hands-on externship, this course is ideal for the busy individual desiring to complete their education in and near home. The written portion of the Grooming Program includes extensive knowledge spanning over 900 pages of Study Guides. Each Study Guide is full of relevant and detailed information providing you with the knowledge necessary to pursue a career in the grooming industry, including sections devoted strictly to cat grooming and business building. Also, included in your tuition, you will receive all the tools every grooming professional needs – shears, clippers, blades, brushes, nail clippers, grooming case and so much more!

Skills taught: Assessment, Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, General Animal Behavior, Business/Marketing

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Website: www.BecomeAGroomer.com

November 01, 2011 - December 31, 2012
Animal Behavior College, 30 CEUs

Too Dog-Tired to Behave: Executive Control in Canines is Sensitive to Fatigue

Holly Miller, PhD & Monique A. R. Udell, PhD

Research with humans and dogs suggests that executive control relies on a limited resource and that invoking executive control depletes this resource.Once depleted, subsequent efforts to control behavior are impaired and greater impulsivity, memory impairment, and aggression are observed. Research suggests that these deficits associated with depletion can be eliminated if subjects consume a glucose (but not a calorie-free) drink. In this seminar Dr. Holly Miller will discuss unconscious and reflexive behavior versus controlled and purposeful responding. Executive control research, including methodology will be discussed. Findings about canine executive control, including how diet can affect canine behavior will be reviewed. Discussion on this topic, including related biological, health, and training implications, will be moderated by Monique Udell.

Skills taught: Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior, Biological Sciences Species Specific Knowledge

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Website: www.e-trainingfordogs.com/category/lecture-series/

November 03, 2011 - November 03, 2012
E-Training for Dogs, 2 CEUs

Social Media as a Sales Tool: What You Really Need to Know

Tammy Finch

Social media sites like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter are rapidly changing the way most companies find and interact with their customers, and vice versa. Unlike other forms of Internet marketing, social networking allows us to make strong one-on-one connections with the men and women we'd most like to have as customers. In this session, entrepreneur and social media marketing expert Tammy Finch covers all the dos and don'ts of finding customers through Facebook and other social sites, including the best ways to introduce yourself to prospects, how to get potential customers to come to you, easy steps for generating referrals, and a whole host of time-saving tips and techniques. This presentation is a great introduction to social media marketing for business owners, consultants or anyone interested in promoting themselves online. If you want to find a way to profit from one of the biggest and most important sales trends in the century, then don't miss out on this session!

Skills taught: Business/Marketing

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/default.aspx

November 10, 2011 - November 10, 2012
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Planning for the Possibility that Pets Outlive Their Human Companions

Amy Shever

Thousands of pets end up at animal shelters simply because they outlived their pet owners who had not planned for their continued care. Typically “orphaned” pets deteriorate in the shelter environment. This session will outline what options are available to ensure “lifetime care” for pets and how your organization can help pet owners in your community plan for the possibility that their pets might outlive them. The mission of 2nd Chance for Pets is to reduce the number of pets unnecessarily euthanized each year due to the death or incapacity of the human companions who care for them. 2nd Chance 4 Pets is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) all-volunteer organization. They work nationwide to provide pet owners with comprehensive information and lifetime care solutions, ensuring that their pets will receive lifetime care. For more information, please visit www.2ndchance4pets.org.

Skills taught: Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, Business/Marketing

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/default.aspx

November 17, 2011 - November 17, 2012
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Ethology and Its Place in Animal Science

Erich Klinghammer, Ph.D. and Barbara Handelman, M.Ed, CDBC

This 90 minute webinar was presented Live in October, 2010 by Dr. Klinghammer and hosted by Barbara Handelman, M.Ed, CDBC. It was to be one of Dr. Klinghammer's last lectures. He was marvelous...this lecture is not to be missed. Students can learn from the founder and director of Wolf Park the history of canine ethology and how it relates to the study of Animal Science. Participants, through their home computers, will have access to a multi-media, on-line, virtual classroom, in which they may view text, photo, and video slides in PowerPoint format, while simultaneously listening to the speakers. Participants may revisit the program in its recorded form for 30 days. Topics Covered: 1) Key players in the development of Ethology: the science of studying animal behavior. Shared Nobel Prize winners: the award acknowledged the relevance of ethological research to the study of human behaviour. 2) Historical importance of eugenics in beliefs about animal behavior 3) Study of wolves and the development of domestic dog breeds 4) Relevance of tameness to domestication 5) Movement or Motor Patterns 6) External Stimuli: At the right age, without prior experience, the animal will know what to do. 7) Motivation of Behavior 8) Imprinting and Early Experiences 9) The concept of Functional Systems 10) Learning: In addition to the inborn behavioral skills, all animals learn continuously about the external world. 11) Distances

Skills taught: Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior

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Website: www.e-trainingfordogs.com

November 21, 2011 - November 30, 2012
E-Training for Dogs, Inc., 1.5 CEUs

Emotions as Learned Behavior

Kellie Snider, MA and Barbara Handelmlan, M.Ed, CDBC

This is a 90 minute webinar recorded live on November 4, 2010, with a presentation by Kellie followed by a question and answer format, during which Barbara Handelman posed questions to Kellie Snider about how canine emotions are related to and a consequence of learning in specific situations. Focus is on helping the student to improve their ability to accurately observe dogs in real world situations; to understand how emotions play a role in learning; and how emotions themselves can be learned behaviors.

Skills taught: Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior

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Website: www.e-trainingfordogs.com

November 21, 2011 - November 30, 2012
E-Training for Dogs, Inc., 1.5 CEUs

Dog Trainer Foundations

Karen Pryor Academy

The Dog Trainer Foundations course is intended to give students an understanding of the principles of positive-reinforcement training and a solid foundation in clicker training. They will learn how to create and implement training plans to teach new behaviors, and how to apply clicker-based solutions to solve common training and behavior problems. Additionally, the course teaches students how to recognize and interpret canine emotional signals and how to use this knowledge to create successful training plans. The course provides an in-depth explanation of the dangers of punishment-based training methods, and explains why positive reinforcement training is safer and works more efficiently. Through clear and engaging content supplemented with dozens of high-quality videos and step-by-step training exercises, the course will give students the start they need to become a great trainer.

Skills taught: Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior, Biological Sciences Species Specific Knowledge

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Website: www.karenpryoracademy.com

December 01, 2011 - December 01, 2012
Karen Pryor Academy for Animal Training & Behavior, 30 CEUs

My dog just wants to say "hi"

Robin Bennett

Any time two or more dogs and their owners come together, owners invariably want to let their dogs meet. More often than not we hear the familiar phrase “My dog just wants to say hi”, without that owner realizing the dog they are approaching may not be interested in saying “hi”. These are potential disaster periods in every group class and at rescue group meet & greets. The first 15-20 seconds of a greeting has a strong effect on the future relationship between dogs. Whether they are dogs attending a class together each week, neighbors having their dogs meet in the front yard or rescue groups trying to locate forever homes -- You only have one chance to make the best first impression! Trainers can help in these situations by understanding how to orchestrate a safe dog-to-dog introduction to ensure the best chance of success. In this seminar, Robin will teach the best questions to quickly determine if two dogs should be introduced. These non –invasive, non-threatening questions can be the key to making quick assessments. The seminar will also cover how to set up a greeting, how to recognize polite versus rude greeting behaviors and when to intervene and stop the greeting before it goes bad.

Skills taught: Assessment, Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior, Biological Sciences Species Specific Knowledge

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/default.aspx

December 08, 2011 - December 08, 2012
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Introduction to puppy and juvenile learning and training

Noa Harell

Puppies learn constantly from their environment. They learn things we teach them, as well as a lot of learning on their own. The more we control their environment and supervise the puppy – the more control we have over their learning process, to channel it toward desirable directions. Learning is most easily done on a "clean slate" – this process is much easier than "unlearning" things through previous experience, although it is important to remember that the canine brain is prepared to learn different things at different ages. That said, as well as remembering that dogs are a neotenic species (that is, they retain some juvenile and adolescent behaviors into maturity), it is possible, and vital, to keep learning a game for both dog and human, in order for the dog to remain motivated to learn. When teaching dogs, several points are crucial to keep in mind, in order to prevent communication errors. One of them is the mistake of anthropomorphism ("humanizing" the dog's point of view). The webinar lists such common errors and the ways to avoid them. Socialization is a widespread yet often misused term. During this session, we clarify the term and explain the ways and ages to socialize puppies – including enrollment in puppy classes (goals, implementation, mistakes and problems to avoid).

Skills taught: General Animal Behavior

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/details.aspx?id=100059

December 29, 2011 - December 29, 2012
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Qualitative Analysis in Dog Training

Nicole Dorey, PhD & Monique Udell, PhD

With so many different training methods available to dog trainings, research in dog training is very important. This lecture will discuss some of the research that is being conducting by Dr. Nicole Dorey. The first study uses methodology created for humans to find the maintaining variables in problem behavior and adjusts this methodology for assessing problem behavior in dogs. The second study investigates different types of positive training methods. The hope is that this information will inspire dog trainers to think critically about the methods that they use and to investigate which is the best method for optimal learning. Discussion will follow led by Dr. Monique Udell.

Skills taught: Assessment, Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior

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Website: www.e-trainingfordogs.com/2011/03/ethology-and-canine-behaviour-series/

January 05, 2012 - January 05, 2013
E-Training for Dogs, 2 CEUs

Keeping Fear and Reactivity Classes Separate

Megan Armstrong

Reactivity in dogs is a common problem with many trainers now running 'growly' classes. A wide range of behavioral problems are addressed in these classes: leash reactivity, fear, aggression concerns, etc. After running growly classes for over four years, Megan recognized that it needed to be broken out, in order to be more effective. Trainers who are not running growly or fear classes, but are trying to address these concerns in regular classes, are likely creating additional issues for these dogs, and feeling a little frustrated themselves. This will outline the differences between the fear and growly classes and how each have evolved to meet their distinct objectives. You will also learn to identify what dogs should be referred to a growly class from a basic obedience class. Attendees will walk away with the questions to ask to place the dog in the appropriate class, class set up and management, and a variety of ways to treat each of these concerns. On top of this, attendees will learn how to keep the class fun and the students motivated!

Skills taught: Assessment, Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, General Animal Behavior, Business/Marketing

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/details.aspx?id=100060

January 12, 2012 - January 12, 2013
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Of Wolves and Dogs

Charles Berger, DVM

This 90 minute webinar is a recording of a live lecture followed by a question and answer session presented by Charles Berger, DVM, and hosted by Barbara Handelman, M.Ed, CDBC. Charles Berger, DVM, in this ethology lecture, will discuss the evolution of dogs, their relationship to wolves, and the association of dogs with humans from pre-historic times to the present. Participants will increase their knowledge of the origin of all canids, how they began their association with humans, and how humans have influenced the evolution of dogs in general, and dog breeds specifically, in recent times. Topics covered include the evolutionary path of humans and canines, both separately and together; natural selection; the evolutionary model based on DNA; domestication; human attitudes over time and across cultures; phenotypical diversity; and, morphological, physiological and behavioral changes resulting from selecting for tameness. There is a lecture followed by a short quiz to assess student knowledge of the topic.

Skills taught: Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior, Biological Sciences Species Specific Knowledge

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Website: www.e-trainingfordogs.com

January 14, 2012 - January 31, 2013
E-Training for Dogs, Inc., 1.5 CEUs

Thinking Like a Trainer, Part I

Sue Alexander, CDBC, CPDT-KSA, CBCC-KA

This approximately 2 hour webinar, taught by Sue Alexander, CPDT-KSA, CBCC-KA, CDBC is for dog trainers and behaviorists, from the beginner to the expert who want to solidify their understanding of Learning Theory. The main purpose of the course is to teach trainers the four quadrants of operant conditioning, extinction, and how to recognize the quadrants when they see them.

Skills taught: Assessment, Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior

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Website: www.e-trainingfordogs.com

January 14, 2012 - January 14, 2013
E-Training for Dogs, Inc., 2 CEUs

Living Room Agility

Sumac Grant-Johnson

Living Room Agility Exercises are designed to build confidence, coordination, team work and skill. Training techniques are based in positive reinforcement. Shaping through mark/reward will the primary system used. This course is a great foundation for agility, building your working bond or just for fun. Limited space is needed. Common household items will be used. Handlers will enhance their ability to read their dog’s body language and how it affects performance. Working with over excitement, lack of motivation and fear will be covered. Handlers will learn when and why to rapidly reinforce or delay. How timing motivates and build the level of performance. The power of reward placement will be harnessed to advance distance skills. Exercises include: Focus Games Targeting Games Body Position Games Cone Mat Games, for handling and building distance It Wiggles, Wobbles, Rolls and Bangs, to build confidence Box Walking, to build coordination Under the Towel Games, to build confidence Impulse Control Games

Skills taught: Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior

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Website: www.wagittraining.com

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Lateral Training: Working With Another Species

Terry Ryan

Brief history of chicken training for dog trainers. Video of a variety of exercises and how they improve training skills. Looking at training from an animals point of view.

Skills taught: Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, General Animal Behavior

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/default.aspx

January 19, 2012 - January 19, 2013
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

I'm Not Co-Dependent, I Just Can't Live Without You

Jules Nye

What is separation anxiety? What are the various types of separation anxiety? How to build confidence? What are tools that help reduce stress? How do you teach your dog to be comfortable in his own skin when you leave?

Skills taught: Assessment, Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, Behavioral Science

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/default.aspx

January 26, 2012 - January 26, 2013
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Rethink 'pit bull' and break the cycle of discrimination

Donald Cleary

Attendees will learn the history of canine discrimination, how it led to the demonization of dogs called “pit bulls,” and how it has resulted in commercial discrimination, barriers to adoption, and breed specific legislation. We will also discuss the origin and limitations of modern dog bite studies, along with selected reports concerning the human-canine bond that have appeared in the academic literature. Regulating dogs by breed or appearance, whether in shelters or in our communities, destroys the human-canine bond. Trainers have the opportunity to teach their clients a better understanding of dogs, and, in doing so, to protect future generations of dogs from being targeted. Dog trainers can help break the cycle of discrimination by urging their clients to put aside stereotypes and hold all dog owners to the same high standards of accountability and care.

Skills taught: Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, General Animal Behavior, Business/Marketing

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Website: www.apdt.com

February 02, 2012 - February 02, 2013
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Pit Bulls and Other Terriers

Ken McCort, Monique Udell PhD Moderating

Ken McCort will present a seminar looking at the group of dogs commonly referred to as Terriers. Attendees will learn some of the history of the breed, their popularity in recent times and examine some of the available varieties of this canid. After defining some of the available phenotypes, we will then look at what makes terriers differ from other groups. This will include discussion about the motor patterns of the terrier and how it has suited man over the years. We will then look at the terrier pet and working dogs of today. Finally we will talk about the behavior of these dogs and discuss modification of maladaptive aspects of their behavior using different techniques I as well as other trainers have successfully used. Different management techniques, as well as the proper use of a “break stick”, will be discussed. Finally, a brief look at some pharmaceutical interventions will be presented, as well as discussion of recent legislation concerning these dogs. A question and answer session will follow, moderated by Dr. Monique Udell.

Skills taught: Assessment, Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior, Biological Sciences Species Specific Knowledge

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Website: www.e-trainingfordogs.com/2011/03/ethology-and-canine-behaviour-series/

February 02, 2012 - February 02, 2013
E-Training for Dogs, 2 CEUs

Canine Cognition

Clive Wynne, Ph.D. and Barbara Handelman, M.Ed, CDBC

This Ethology and Canine Behavior 90 minute lecture was recorded live and included a question and answer session. Students may revisit the program in its recorded form with unlimited access for one month following registration. In this lecture, Dr. Wynne discusses the historical and current studies of canine cognition, including studies comparing the abilities of dogs and wolves. He also addresses questions related to how anthropomorphism effects human interpretation of canine ability, and whether or not canines have a “theory of mind”.

Skills taught: Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior, Biological Sciences Species Specific Knowledge

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Website: www.e-trainingfordogs.com

February 03, 2012 - February 03, 2013
E-Training for Dogs, Inc., 1.5 CEUs

HERDING DOGS – BUILDING THE FOUNDATION

Kathy Kawalec

Purpose: To teach you the building blocks of raising your herding puppy or dog to be your willing partner before you introduce them to stock. Course Information: This course will focus on providing you and your dog with the necessary tools for becoming working partners. Raising your pup or dog to develop a strong and mutually respectful relationship with you will become the foundation for all your future training. This course teaches you to teach your dog basic life skills, which are necessary before you actually start your dog on stock. Herding breed dogs with their handlers who are interested in a positive method for learning and teaching their dogs shepherding skills, for fun, for competition or for farm chores will find this course fits their needs.

Skills taught: Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior

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Website: www.e-trainingfordogs.com/2011/03/herding-dogs-building-the-foundation/

February 04, 2012 - February 04, 2013
E-Training for Dogs, Inc., 4 CEUs

HERDING DOGS – BASIC SKILL BUILDING

Kathy Kawalec

Purpose: To solidly establish the basic herding skills, calm stock handling and to develop a working partnership between you and your dog. Course Information: This course will teach you how to begin working together with your dog to handle livestock. Your dog’s natural instincts for herding will be developed, while teaching your dog to look to you for guidance. You will learn the basic herding skills and how to teach them to your dog. You will be handling your dog on a long line, using clear communication, body language and a clicker or voice to affirm your dog’s successful attempts of the lesson at hand.

Skills taught: General Animal Behavior

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Website: www.e-trainingfordogs.com/2011/03/herding-dogs-basic-skill-building/

February 04, 2012 - February 04, 2013
E-Training for Dogs, Inc., 6 CEUs

Canine First Aid

Michelle Sevigny

Dog trainers need to be prepared for emergencies involving their clients’ dogs, whether in a private in-home session, inside group class, outdoor adventure class or a board ‘n’ train situation. Are you concerned about your legal responsibility for the dogs in your care? Perhaps you are already trained in canine first aid but would like a concise checklist of essential safety tips specific to trainers? Do you want to provide the absolute best for your clients’ dogs? If something happens to a clients’ dog, the client will be looking at you for help. Are you ready? As a professional trainer herself, Michelle understands what trainers need to know to keep dogs safe. Using trainer scenarios, canine first aid research and personal experience, Michelle will describe, in detail, eight essential tips that you can implement immediately in your private sessions and group classes. Besides trainers, this webinar would also be helpful for other dog professionals including groomers, dog sitters, dog walkers, dog daycare operators and kennel & shelter staff. Please note: this webinar is designed to provide trainer-specific tips but not meant to replace a comprehensive canine first aid course.

Skills taught: Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, Business/Marketing

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/details.aspx?id=100067

February 08, 2012 - February 08, 2013
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

BEHAVIOR EVALUATIONS: The Why, Who & How

Trish King

Many, if not most, shelters do behavior evaluations these days. Some of them are almost painfully short, because of population problems. For those shelters with available time and controllable populations, there are longer, more comprehensive evals. We will go through the series of tests for these kinds of evaluations, and discuss their use both in shelters and in private practices.

Skills taught: Assessment

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Website: www.raisingcanine.com

February 08, 2012
Raising Canine, 1.5 CEUs

Increasing Appropriate Owner Use of Counterconditioning

Kristyn Echterling

Classical counterconditioning is used by dog trainers to reduce aggression in dogs. However, owners do not implement treatment as prescribed (i.e., treatment integrity). The program described addresses treatment integrity failures and provides techniques for increasing treatment integrity. Data suggest that the program increases owner treatment integrity, thereby reducing aggression in the long run. The program is designed to be used by dog trainers when working with clients.

Skills taught: Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, Behavioral Science

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/default.aspx

February 09, 2012 - February 09, 2013
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Use of training aids - sense or nonsense

Kathy Sdao

So many products are available to dog trainers and owners, each promising to make training faster or easier. We’ll examine some of these, assessing benefits and disadvantages, both immediate and long-term. Included for consideration will be various collars, halters and harnesses, auditory event markers (such as the clicker), and anxiety-reducers (such as the Thundershirt).

Skills taught: General Animal Behavior

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Website: www.dog-ibox.com/webinars

February 11, 2012
dog-ibox, 2 CEUs

Dog Ball Foundation Skills

Sumac Grant-Johnson

Learn the basic skills needed to prepare for Dog Ball or Treibball. Lay a strong foundation so your dog will be able to direct inflated balls in a calm and controlled manner. Handlers will build a strong team connection and eager but controlled performance. Enhance your skills, identify your dogs training needs and harness shaping techniques to reach your goals. Preparation exercises include: Target Games Teaching position cues Building distance Impulse control

Skills taught: Assessment, Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior

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Website: www.wagittraining.com

February 15, 2012 - March 30, 2012
Wag It Training, 8 CEUs

Beginning Sniff It

Sumac Grant-Johnson

This class is all about the nose. Teams will begin exploring a variety of behaviors that involve scent. Handlers will learn how, when and where to use rewards and placement to trigger the dog to perform using his/her nose. Included: Identify and locate food scent or odor Identification of handlers scent Simple behaviors cued by scent reather than voice commands or signals

Skills taught: Assessment, Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior

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Website: www.wagittraining.com

February 15, 2012 - March 30, 2012
Wag It Training, 8 CEUs

Puppy Playtimes

Megan Armstrong

There has been a continual increase in complex dog behaviour concerns such as reactivity and fear. Majority, if not all, of these cases could have been prevented with proper owner education. In most cases, these problems developed because the dog owners did not attend puppy classes or actively socialize their dogs. Due to the trends in TV dog training, there have also been a concerning number of dogs trained by aversive techniques (e.g. dominance theories, choke chains), which are experiencing serious fall-out from these methods. A successful trainer should believe in education and understand that puppy classes are a critical. In this presentation, Megan will explain the reasons that led to them creating a free puppy class format. Learn how their free puppy classes are set up, promoted and structured and why there is such a large focus on playtime. These classes have been running for over a year now and have provided a large increase in all areas of the business. Stand out from all the other puppy classes in your area by providing a safe, effective and comprehensive program to ensure the successful development of your community's puppies!

Skills taught: Assessment, Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior, Business/Marketing

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/details.aspx?id=100061

February 16, 2012 - February 16, 2013
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Canine Behavior Surrounding Death

Kathy Cooney

This presentation will walk attendees through the process of canine death. Special attention will be given to signs of pain as it relates to chronic disease. We will go over typical behaviors displayed by dying dogs and those housemates that may be present to watch. We will discuss examples of canine behavior and have time for open discussion following.

Skills taught: Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior, Biological Sciences Species Specific Knowledge

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/details.aspx?id=100074

February 23, 2012 - February 23, 2013
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

TACT – Touch Associated Clicker Training:  A Training Program for Dogs that are Fearful and Reactive Toward People

Emma Parsons Julie Robitaille

A 90-minute overview of Touch Associated Clicker Training (TACT), a practical training solution for the challenging canine behavior of dog-human reactivity/aggression. The presenters will utilize video presentation as well as case study data to explain this unique approach to modify reactive/aggressive canine behavior. TACT is an innovative new training methodology that creatively combines the science and art of learning theory, clicker training, and massage therapy. This methodology is used specifically to rehabilitate and prevent shy, fearful, reactive, and aggressive behavior in dogs and puppies. TACT incorporates ritualized protocols designed with safety, structure, and predictability. More information on the TACT methodology can be found at www.tactdogs.com

Skills taught: Assessment, Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, General Animal Behavior, Business/Marketing

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Website: www.apdt.com

March 01, 2012 - March 01, 2013
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

A Look at Interactions Between Dogs in Public Dog Parks

Sue Sternberg

This presentation will be a video tour of public dog parks around the nation. In viewing these parks, we will be looking at not only the physical layouts, but also the most commonly seen dog-dog interactions. Learning from the use of extensive video footage showed in real-time and slow-motion, we will identify common engagement behaviors between unfamiliar dogs, and show a range of responses from healthy to downright dangerous (and everything in between). Some of the questions we'll be exploring are: 1. Is it the physical lay-out of a dog park that most influences the interactions between the dogs? 2. Is it the owners' behaviors that most influences the interactions between the dogs? 3. Is it the dogs' behaviors and temperaments that most influences the interactions between the dogs? 4. What makes a safe and healthy dog park?

Skills taught: Assessment, Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, General Animal Behavior, Business/Marketing

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/details.aspx?id=100070

March 07, 2012 - March 07, 2013
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Animal Emotions and Resource Guarding

Nancy Reyes

Animal emotions are often overlooked in working with resource guarding. It is an emotionally charged problem for both human and dog. The emphasis will be on resource guarding as it occurs in the human/dog context. We will discuss what characteristics in the animal are predictors of resource guarding and how they play a part in working this problem. Understanding when and why the dog feels the need to guard anything and how confidence and anxiety play a part in resource guarding will also be covered. Resource guarding exists when the presence of a resource triggers a different response to being approached than when there is no resource present. In working with resource guarding we look for what caused the shift in the animals feeling about the situation, the degree of the shift and how it gets resolved. The focus with be on how to restore the dog back to a sense of balance. Discussion and video will help trainers, resource workers and breeders in working with families with resource guarding dogs and offer prevention techniques. If we understand how things are affecting the dog, then we can make wise choices on changes that need to be made or how we can help.

Skills taught: Assessment, Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, Behavioral Science

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/details.aspx?id=100062

March 08, 2012 - March 08, 2013
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Click to calm

Emma Parsons

Click to Calm: Healing the Aggressive Dog. In this Webinar, we will discuss how to treat the dog that is reactive or aggressive with other dogs utilizing the principles of the "Click to Calm" methodology. We can shape emotional control with the clicker just as we can shape any other type of behavior. We will explore this process as well as discuss Clicker Home Management, Foundation Behaviors, and the Emergency Foundation Behaviors. Because the CTC methodology is the foundation on which TACT is built, this Webinar will lead beautifully into Julie Robitaille's Webinar on TACT: A Training Program for Dogs That Are Fearful or Reactive Towards People which will be featured in April.

Skills taught: General Animal Behavior

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Website: www.dog-ibox.com/webinars

March 10, 2012
dog-ibox, 2 CEUs

Training Small Dogs

Teoti Anderson

Great things come in small packages! There are many similarities between training small dogs and their bigger cousins, but there are also special considerations to take into account for safety and improved success. Learn how to handle the special training challenges that come with small dogs. We’ll cover common client concerns (including housetraining issues), and considerations when combining both small and large dogs in a group class.

Skills taught: Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment

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Website: www.raisingcanine.com

March 14, 2012
Raising Canine, 1.5 CEUs

Reactive Rachel

Michelle Sevigny

Are you a new trainer who is hesitant to make connections with other professionals or been met with less than open arms from other trainers? Do you want to take the CPDT exam but keep putting it off? Do you get angry or worried when another trainer opens a nearby business? Do you have new ideas to promote your business but never seem to get around to them? Do you want to train dogs full-time but are hesitant to leave your current job? Using trainers’ language plus scientific research, philosophy and personal experience, Michelle takes a humorous look at how your own fears may hold you back regarding professional and business development. This will be a thought-provoking presentation but you will also gain practical tips and techniques to determine your own triggers plus learn management tools to deal with your fears when they do appear. All things are difficult before they are easy. - Thomas Fuller

Skills taught: Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, Business/Marketing

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/details.aspx?id=100071

March 15, 2012
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Super Seminars for Hosts and Speakers

Nicole Wilde

Seminars offer wonderful opportunities for trainers and others to learn, live and in person, from some of their favorites in the business. But what if those speakers never seem to come to your area? You might have entertained the idea of hosting an event, but weren’t sure how to proceed. In this webinar, you’ll learn everything you need to know about the process so you can decide whether hosting a seminar is feasible, financially and otherwise. If you already host seminars, you’ll get inside tips and info from a speaker’s point of view that will help to make your events a more positive experience for your future speakers and attendees, and advertising/marketing suggestions that will help you to increase awareness and attendance. The other side of this webinar is aimed at speakers. Regardless of whether you’re entertaining the notion of presenting lectures or have been teaching for some time, this webinar will help you to put together seminars that receive rave reviews, and through positive professional habits, create good relationships with your hosts so you’ll be asked back again and again.

Skills taught: Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, Business/Marketing

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/details.aspx?id=100073

March 28, 2012 - March 28, 2013
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Super Seminars for Hosts and Speakers

Nicole Wilde

Seminars offer wonderful opportunities for trainers and others to learn, live and in person, from some of their favorites in the business. But what if those speakers never seem to come to your area? You might have entertained the idea of hosting an event, but weren’t sure how to proceed. In this webinar, you’ll learn everything you need to know about the process so you can decide whether hosting a seminar is feasible, financially and otherwise. If you already host seminars, you’ll get inside tips and info from a speaker’s point of view that will help to make your events a more positive experience for your future speakers and attendees, and advertising/marketing suggestions that will help you to increase awareness and attendance. The other side of this webinar is aimed at speakers. Regardless of whether you’re entertaining the notion of presenting lectures or have been teaching for some time, this webinar will help you to put together seminars that receive rave reviews, and through positive professional habits, create good relationships with your hosts so you’ll be asked back again and again.

Skills taught: Business/Marketing

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/details.aspx?id=100073

March 28, 2012 - March 28, 2013
ADPT, 1.5 CEUs

The Changing Pieces of Pet Death Care

Coleen Ellis

Attendees to this seminar will hear the Changing Pieces of Pet Death Care, exploring a variety of elements of pet loss and learning how customer service for a family at this time will provide for a meaningful death experience, aiding in client retention. When a pet dies, individuals will grieve but may not mourn. Understanding these differences allows you to be a resource and helps you to guide families through their grief journey. As a pet care professional, companioning a family through the loss of their pet will provide a healthy environment for movement through the grief journey. This session will teach the various elements of companioning. As our North American culture struggles with death in general, the intricacies of the loss of a pet will add to the anxiety and the internal conflict for those that are experiencing a loss. Being aware of these intricacies will allow you to be a greater resource for your families. Rituals are so important in the grief journey. What pet parents want to do in honoring their pet and the life they shared together is vastly changing. This session is incredibly interesting as the attendees here the rituals pet parents are doing.

Skills taught: Assessment, Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, Business/Marketing

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/details.aspx?id=100069

March 29, 2012 - March 29, 2013
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

APDT Rally

Sumac Grant-Johnson

Teams will build and improve the skills needed to participate in APDT Rally. Positive reinforcement and shaping through mark and reward will be the primary techniques used. Building Teamwork Enthusiastic heeling and performance of moving exercises Foot work Performing the Food Bowl exercise with focus Stays Moving down exercises Pivots and 360 turns Jumping exercises Rules and scoring Recognizing and reducing ring anxieties and arousal Trouble shooting Pre requisites: Dogs should have the following behaviors - Sit, down, on leash recall, a brief stay on leash, loose leash walking

Skills taught: Assessment, Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior, Biological Sciences Species Specific Knowledge

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Website: www.wagitinc.com

April 01, 2012 - June 01, 2012
Wag It Training, 10 CEUs

Separation Anxiety Training Goes High Tech

Malena Demartini-Price

This presentation will give an overview to trainers as to how technology can help them increase the effectiveness of their separation anxiety treatment plans. There are numerous ways that the use of online programs can allow trainers to assist their clients in supporting more expedient absence protocols, and it is important that we use every tool we have to help these dogs and their owners! Not only can the technology change the effectiveness of the treatment plans, but it can also create a valuable and unique way for the trainer to participate in client training sessions. Beginning with a brief look at treatment to understand when to implement technology use and further exploring what types of applications are recommended, this webinar will allow the trainer to be armed and ready with technology for their separation anxiety cases in the future. There is no need to be tech savvy, nor do your clients need to have tons of special equipment. Come discover for yourself how you can utilize technology to help your separation anxiety clients and help your business be more efficient.

Skills taught: Assessment, Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment, Behavioral Science, General Animal Behavior

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Website: www.apdt.com/education/webinars/details.aspx?id=100063

May 03, 2012 - May 03, 2013
APDT, 1.5 CEUs

Dealing With Difficult Clients in Group Classes

Teoti Anderson

When teaching a group class, it can be hard enough to divide your time equally among your students. When you have a challenging client, it gets even harder! Learn effective, polite ways to deal with common issues that often come up with clients so you can stick to your schedule and still get results. Don’t write off difficult clients! With patience and positive techniques, they may turn into your best customers.

Skills taught: Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment

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Website: www.raisingcanine.com

June 13, 2012
Raising Canine, 1.5 CEUs

Helping Pet Parents Get Ready for Baby – When You Have No Kids of Your Own

Teoti Anderson

Do you feel at a loss preparing pet parents for the arrival of their baby when you don’t have any kids? It’s ok! An understanding of canine behavior is critical to the success of a dog welcoming a baby into the home, and as a dog trainer you are uniquely qualified to assist! We’ll cover how you can get a better understanding of this special situation and boost your confidence in helping your clients adjust. We’ll also cover helpful tips on helping Fido be comfortable with his new family member.

Skills taught: Consulting Skills and Social Systems Assessment

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Website: www.raisingcanine.com

July 11, 2012
Raising Canine, 1.5 CEUs

Expanding Your Business with Niche Classes

Teoti Anderson

Tired of the same old basic manners classes? Need some new revenue sources? Consider holding niche classes. This session will be an overview of a variety of niche classes, including puppy kindergarten, preparing families with dogs to welcome a baby into the home, single-issue classes (recalls, walking politely on leash, etc.), fun & games, fearful dog, reactive dog, and more. Get ideas for expanding your business!

Skills taught: Business/Marketing

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Website: www.raisingcanine.com

December 12, 2012
Raising Canine, 1.5 CEUs