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  • Integrating Your Services With The Veterinary Community by Sherrie Yuschak

    • Sunday, January 01, 2012
    • 1:00 PM (CST)
    • Wednesday, January 30, 2019
    • 2:00 PM (CST)
    • Recorded Member Webinar
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    With  Sherrie Yuschak, RVT, VTS

    CEU

     CPDT 0.5 CEU, IAABC 0.5 CEU. KPA 0.5 CEU

    Join Sherrie for this informative and educational webinar about how you can further your efforts to integrate your services with your local Veterinarian community.

    Sherrie presented the very first FREE webinar for PPG members in 2012.




    Learning Objectives
    1. Learn how to integrate your services with your local Veterinarian community
    2. Learn what and what not to do to improve your professional relationship with your local Veterinarian community
    About Sherrie Yuschak

    Sherrie Yuschak is the Owner-Operator of Better Behavior Solutions, LLC, an animal behavior consulting company dedicated to educating and assisting veterinary professionals regarding the incorporation of behavior health into the standard of veterinary care.  Public education, dog bite prevention and preserving the human-animal bond are other areas of Sherrie’s focus and she is a licensed Dogs and Storks and Dog and Baby Connection Presenter. 

    Professional service and memberships include:  President- Elect (2011-2012) and Public Relations Chair of the Society of Veterinary Behavior Technicians, Behavior Boards Moderator for the Veterinary Support Personnel Network, Exam Committee member for the Academy of Veterinary Behavior Technicians, Full Member of both the Pet Professionals Guild and the Association of Pet Dog Trainers as well as membership in multiple state and national Technician Associations.

    Sherrie has been a small animal Registered Veterinary Technician for 15 years and earned her Specialist in Behavior title in 2010. This title recognizes her over 4,ooo documented hours of behavior experience and over 60 hours of continuing education.  Sherrie gained her knowledge and skills while performing behavior modification and client education during patient behavior consults in tandem with several veterinarians.  Sherrie also created and taught puppy social and training classes and kitten social classes at a veterinary hospital for 5 years. Additional dog training experience was attained while teaching group and semi-private clicker training classes for beginner through advanced dogs and clients at a dog training facility.

    Education is key and Sherrie strives to always continue learning and promoting healthy communication in an effort to maximize the quality of life for humans and animals alike.



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  • Learn How To Teach Kids To Be Safe Around Dogs Presented by Joan Orr

    • Saturday, July 28, 2012
    • 3:00 PM (EDT)
    • Sunday, December 30, 2018
    • (EST)
    • Recorded Member Webinar
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    Free Member Webinar

    With Joan Orr

     CEUs: KPA 1.5, IAABC 1.5 PPAB 1.5, CCPDT 1.5



    Join Joan Orr for this 90 minute webinar. Joan will talk about how to teach kids to be safe around dogs. This talk will cover the key information that kids need and how to get the points across in an fun and efficient way without causing fear.

    Joan will introduce the Be a Tree Dog Bite Prevention Program. This is a fun and popular program that focuses on reading dog body language and on positive messages for kids with respect to behavior around dogs. You will learn how you can use the Be a Tree program to promote your business while educating in your community.

    Pet Professional Guild  Members have access to discounted programs with Doggone Safe. Check the membership benefit page to learn more.

     

    Presenter Information

     

    Joan Orr is a member of The Pet Professional Guild Special Council. Joan is  a scientist and internationally recognized clicker trainer. She was a member of the Karen Pryor Clicker training Clicker Expo Faculty (2003-2011) and content creator and advisor to the Karen Pryor Academy for Animal Training and Behavior.



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  • The Canine Emotional Detox, The Missing Link Presented by Diane Garrod

    • Sunday, October 21, 2012
    • 4:00 PM (PDT)
    • Tuesday, October 22, 2019
    • 4:00 PM (PDT)
    • Recorded Webinar
    • 417 registrants
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    Free Member Webinar
    Presented by Diane Garrod
    CEU's: CCPDT 1, IAABC 1, KPA 1 



    Join Diane Garrod to explore the basics of her new and exciting program, The Canine Emotional Detox - The Missing Link. Diane will share general information with us regarding this program,who, what, why, when, how and where, with research references and case studies. 

    Learning Objectives

    1. What is a canine emotional detox?
    2. How does it work?
    3. What does it accomplish and why?
    4. A review of case studies
    5. What the research says

    About The Presenter

    Diane is the owner of Canine Transformations Learning Center

    Diane is a Guild Certified Tellington Touch Practitioner, Dog Scouts of America Troop Leader, Canine Life and Social Skills Instructor (C.L.A.S.S.), Treibball Instructor and an expert in dog challenges (aggression, high level reactivity, sound sensitivities, separation anxiety and more).

    Diane has a Bachelor of Science Communication, minor Journalism and is the Helium Dog Care and Health Channel Manager and Helium Bird Channel Manager. Diane is also a Founding Member of PPG and a Steering Committee member. Diane actively participates in the PPG Ethics Committee and is the Committee Chair for the PPG Member Services, Products and Programs committee.

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  • Recorded Webinar. Holiday Dog & Child Safety Tips. A FREE Educational Community Webinar

    • Tuesday, January 01, 2013
    • 12:00 PM (CST)
    • Tuesday, December 31, 2019
    • 1:30 PM (CST)
    • Recorded Webinar
    • 84 registrants
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    Holiday Dog & Child Safety Tips.

    Watch Anytime at your convenience

    A  FREE Educational Community Recorded Webinar


    Sponsored by Family Paws and Doggone Safe.

    Listen to this great presentation from Jennifer Shryock from Family Paws on how to keep dogs and children safe during the holiday season.

    A must watch for all pet owners and pet professionals. Full of fabulous tips, graphics and explanations about this very important topic.


    About The Presenter


    Jennifer is the founder of Family Paws Parent Education Through their two national programs, Dogs & Storks® and the Dog & Baby Connection™, they help families with dogs nurture safe, happy relationships among all family members, human and canine.


    CEU

    CCPDT 0.5 CEU

    IAABC 0.5 CEU

    KPA 0.5 CEU




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  • Do You Understand The Concept of Empowerment In Pet Dog Training? with Niki Tudge

    • Thursday, April 04, 2013
    • 3:00 PM
    • Tuesday, December 31, 2019
    • 3:12 AM
    • Recorded Webinar
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    Free Member Webinar

    Presented by Niki Tudge



    An introduction to empowerment training and how to recognize dis-empowerment, learned helplessness and response depression.

    Learning Objectives:

     1. What is empowerment training.

     2. The strategy for implementing empowerment training.

     3. The tactics for implementing empowerment training


    About The Presenter

    Niki  specializes in small business growth, business management & people coaching and training programs. Niki has business degrees from Oxford University in England and is a Six Sigma Certified Black Belt. Niki is  a credentialed people trainer, project manager and certified facilitator. You can learn more about Niki Tudge by clicking here 


    Qualifications

    • Business Degrees Oxford  University, England.
    • Six Sigma Certified Black Belt
    • CPDT-KA
    • AABP – Professional Dog Trainer
    • AABP – Professional Dog Behavior Consultant
    • Dip, ABT. Diploma. Animal Behavior Technology
    • Dip, CBST. Diploma Canine Behavior Science and Technology
    • PCSA, CPCT CAPCT
    • Facilitation Certificate - Acuity Institute
    • The HCITB, International Training Board, Certified People Trainer. TS1, TS2 &TS3
    • Six Sigma Lean Project Management

    Niki's current business roles are Founder DogNostics Career College, Founder & President DogSmith Services Inc and President of The Pet Professional Guild

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  • Build and Strengthen Your Own Personal Effectiveness Presented by Niki Tudge

    • Saturday, July 06, 2013
    • 12:00 PM (CDT)
    • Monday, July 06, 2020
    • 12:30 PM (CDT)
    • Recorded Webinar
    • 194 registrants
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     Build and Strengthen Your Own Personal Effectiveness 

    Presented by Niki Tudge


    There are many ways to improve your personal effectiveness.  Whether you are in a management position or not this presentation will encourage you to reappraise your outlook, challenge your assumptions and consider if even the things you do well could be improved by developing a better self awareness and a strategic approach to your own self development. 


    Learning Objectives: A journey into self awareness and personal development.

    • Become conscious that you lack a skill
    • Determine what you want to develop
    • The "Five Dimensions of Self"
    • Understand your strengths and your personal weaknesses
    • Understand what motivates you, to help you find personal and professional success
    • Gain an understanding into your personality, attitudes and behaviors.
    • Evaluate your emotional intelligence and identify areas for personal development

    Aout The Presenter

    Niki  specializes in small business growth, business management & people coaching and training programs. Niki has business degrees from Oxford University in England and is a Six Sigma Certified Black Belt. Niki is  a credentialed people trainer, project manager and certified facilitator. You can learn more about Niki Tudge by clicking here 


    Qualifications

    • Business Degrees Oxford  University, England.
    • Six Sigma Certified Black Belt
    • CPDT-KA
    • AABP – Professional Dog Trainer
    • AABP – Professional Dog Behavior Consultant
    • Dip, ABT. Diploma. Animal Behavior Technology
    • Dip, CBST. Diploma Canine Behavior Science and Technology
    • PCSA, CPCT CAPCT
    • Facilitation Certificate - Acuity Institute
    • The HCITB, International Training Board, Certified People Trainer. TS1, TS2 &TS3
    • Six Sigma Lean Project Management

    Niki's current business roles are Founder DogNostics Career College, Founder & President DogSmith Services Inc and President of The Pet Professional Guild




    CEU's

    CPDT 1 CEU

    IAABC 1 CEU

    KPA 1 CEU
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  • Sales Skills For The Dog Trainer by John Visconti

    • Friday, July 12, 2013
    • 8:00 PM (CDT)
    • Saturday, November 30, 2019
    • 8:00 PM (CST)
    • Recorded Webinar
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    With John Visconti

    CEU, CPDT 1, IAABC 1, KPA 1



    You've worked hard to acquire your skill set as a dog trainer. If you're anything like the dozens of trainers I have met, you've spent thousands of dollars on school tuition, books, seminars, DVDs, equipment, incorporation, insurance, and more.

    Yet, if you're also like the dozens of trainers I have met, your business isn't performing anywhere near your expectations and needs. Additionally, the sales process is likely one that causes you discomfort; anxiety and frustration.

    The key to running a successful training business, though, is to first embrace your primary responsibility of proactive selling. The philosophy of "build it and they will come" is a one way ticket out of the field of dog training.

    Learning Objectives:

    • You'll be inspired to sell your services.
    • You'll stop feeling uncomfortable when informing customers about your pricing and asking them to pay for your services.
    • You'll be motivated to talk to prospects - yes, you'll actually be looking forward to incoming calls on your business phone.
    • Prospects will be thrilled that they are going to have the chance to work with you - so will their dogs.
    • You'll be able to have a positive impact on more owners and their dogs.
    • You'll make more money and have more fun while doing so.


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  • Learn How To Train For Treibball - A Great New Dog Sport! presented by Dianna Stearns

    • Monday, August 26, 2013
    • 12:00 PM (MDT)
    • Thursday, December 26, 2019
    • 1:00 PM (MST)
    • Recorded Webinar
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     with Dianna Stearns

    CEUs

    IAABC 1, KPA 1, CCPDT 1 


    Join Dianna Stearns for an exciting introduction into the dog sport of Treibball. Dianna is uniquely qualified to present this webinar as the President of the American Treibball Association.




    Webinar Objectives

    1.    An introduction to the all-positive sport of Treibball
    2.    The history of Treibball
    3.    The game rules and structure of Treibball
    4.    The best mechanics for teaching Treibball
    5.    Much more, lots of  fun and informative tips

     

    About The Presenter

    Dianna Stearns MA,CPDT-KA,CDBC,CATT

    Dianna Stearns owns Waggin’s West Dog Training and Behavior Consulting, LLC in Northglenn, Colorado. Waggin’s West believes that the growing sport of Treibball provides dog owners a great opportunity to communicate and play with their dogs, and developed the original clicker training curriculum to be licensed exclusively for use by the American Treibball Association.

    A professional dog trainer for 9 years, Dianna holds national certifications from the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (2003) and from the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (2007), for which she was a founding member. Dianna is also a mentor for students of the Animal Behavior College. She serves as a trainer and behavior consultant to three breed rescue organizations.

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  • The Pitfalls of Negative Reinforcement - Jean Donaldson

    • Tuesday, October 15, 2013
    • 11:00 AM (CDT)
    • Tuesday, October 15, 2019
    • 11:00 AM (CDT)
    • Recorded Webinar
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    Presented by Jean Donaldson

    CEUs: CPDT 1.5, IAABC 1.5, KPA 1.5 



    This 90 minute recorded presentation will provide an overview of how to recognize Negative Reinforcement and how to follow the science through training protocols and procedures professional trainers use.


    Learning Objectives:

    This presentation will provide

    • An overview of Negative Reinforcement
    • How to recognize when Negative Reinforcement is at work
    • The Pitfalls of Negative Reinforcement.

    About the Presenter


    Jean Donaldson is the principle instructor of The Academy for Dog Trainers, which she founded in 1999. She is the award-winning author of The Culture Clash, Mine! A Guide to Resource Guarding in Dogs, Fight! A Guide to Dog-Dog Aggression, Dogs Are From Neptune, and Oh Behave! Dogs From Pavlov to Premack to Pinker. Her latest book, Train Like a Pro, is her first written for the lay audience, and is about basic training for family dogs. She holds degrees in Comparative Psychology and Music, and competed in numerous dog sports before transitioning full time to pet dog training in 1990.

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  • Free Recorded Member Webinar:Toddlers & Dogs...The Dynamic Duo with Jennifer Shryock

    • Friday, November 08, 2013
    • 11:00 AM (CST)
    • Friday, November 08, 2019
    • 12:00 PM (CST)
    • Recorded Webinar
    • 99 registrants
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    With Jennifer Shryock




    CEU's

    PPAB 1, CCPDT 1, KPA 1, IAABC 1



    This webinar is intended to offer detailed insight to some of the most frequent challenges that lead to dog bites in homes with newly crawling babies & toddlers. It is intended to enhance dog professionals skills when encountering dog and baby related situations. We will use photos and video along with discussion for our educational tools

    Learning Objectives

    1. Attendees will be able to identify a "grumble zone" and "growl zone" in homes. 

    2. Participants will be able to list 3 common challenges for dogs and toddler dynamics

    3. Attendees will be able to predict potential challenges due to proximity awareness


    About The Presenter

    Jennifer Shryock is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC), owner of Family Paws™ LLC in Cary, NC and holds a degree in Special Education.   A recognized expert on child-dog interactions and safety, Jennifer has written and spoken extensively about these topics. Her two programs, Dogs & Storks® and the Dog & Baby Connection™ have been featured in national media from The Wall Street Journal to TV and radio.

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  • Balancing Client Confidentiality and Ethics in a Social Media World

    • Friday, July 11, 2014
    • 1:00 PM (CDT)
    • Tuesday, October 30, 2018
    • 2:30 PM (CDT)
    • Recorded Webinar
    • 46 registrants
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    Presented by Angelica Steinker

    CEUs CCPDT 1 CEU, KPA 1 CEU, IAABC 1 CEU
    1. How comfortable are you that you understand the legalities of client confidentiality and ethics in the pet industry?
    2. Do you mention clients on your blog or social media?
    3. Are you comfortable sharing unpleasant client experiences with your friends via twitter?
    4. Do you take into consideration client confidentiality before you hand over client files to other pet professionals?
    5. Are you sharing clients pet videos all over the world wide web?
    6. Have you ever discussed a behavior consulting case with your sister in law over drinks?
    Think again! Client confidentiality is extremely important for your clients, for your business and for the professionalism of our industry. Join Angelica Steinker in a 40 minute recorded presentation about this important topic

    Learning Objectives

    In this presentation we discuss 
    • The definition of confidentiality
    • The scope of confidentiality 
    • Legal issues
    • The difficulties of social media

    Your Presenter


    Angelica has a Master's degree in Education, which has served as the foundation for her continued certifications in dog training and her extensive understanding of dog behavior and operant and classical conditioning, the science of how animals and people learn. She is certified by the International Institute of Applied Companion Animal Behavior and is also certified as a Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants.

    Angelica is on the steering committee of the Pet Professionals Guild she is the Director of Training for The DogSmith, and the co-founder of DogNostics Career College. Angelica has also been published in the Journal of Applied Companion Animal Behavior and the Journal of Veterinary Behavior, both of which are peer-reviewed professional journals. She has been published in the APDT (Association of Pet Dog Trainers) Chronicle of the Dog Newsletter, Dog & Handler, Animal Trainer Magazine, Dog Sport Magazine, Dalmatian Quarterly, and Clean Run, the dog agility magazine. Angelica is also a published author in the field of dog training and agility. Her books, Agility Success: Training and Competing with Your Dog in the Winning Zone and Click and Play Agility, address the handler of the agility team and the use of clicker training techniques in the sport respectively, and emphasize the importance of playing and bonding in order to train agility behaviors to the highest level.



    CEUs Pending

    CCPDT 1 CEU

    KPA 1 CEU

    IAABC 1 CEU

    NADOI

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  • Boom! Puppies and Noise with Helen Nicols

    • Monday, July 21, 2014
    • 2:00 PM
    • Friday, June 28, 2019
    • 3:00 PM
    • Recorded Webinar
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    BOOM  - Puppies & Noise. Learn How To Introduce Puppies To Noise

     presented by Helen Nicholls

    Fireworks and thunderstorm season is rapidly approaching and for new puppy owners it can come as a  surprise when their furry family member suddenly gets scared during a storm. Other  puppy owners are unaware that sound phobias can develop and take their puppies with them to loud and noisy celebrations, only to  discover their puppy is frightened and not able to cope.  In this informational webinar Helen will  cover what pet professionals can recommend to pet parents of dogs that are showing signs of stress during storms or fireworks. Helen will also give great tips on how to prevent sound phobias from developing or becoming worse.


    Presenter Information

    Helen Nicholls, CPDT-KSA, CDBC.

    Helen Nicholls is the owner and operator of No Monkey Business Dog Training. Based in Concord New Hampshire, she is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge and Skills Assessed (CPDT-KSA) and a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) and a Operation Socialization Certified Trainer (OSCT). Helen has been training dogs for over 6 years. She is a professional member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, a member of the Association of Animal Behavior Professionals and is a certified member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants and a member of the Pet Professional Guild. Helen is also the Assistant Director to Family Paws Programs and a licensed Dogs and Storks presenter, a licensed Dog and Baby Connections presenter, and a certified AKC evaluator.

    CEU
    CDPT 1 CEU
    IAABC 1 CEU
    KPA 1 CEU
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  • Free Member Webinar - Anger Management - How To Identify and Manage Personal Anger with Niki Tudge

    • Wednesday, July 30, 2014
    • 1:00 PM (EDT)
    • Thursday, July 30, 2020
    • 2:30 PM (EDT)
    • recorded
    • 69 registrants
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    Anger Management. How To Identify and Manage Personal Anger with Niki Tudge  


    This is a  great program if you work with clients, peers or have associates. We all experience anger and those who can manage it are better able to practice non-violent communication and engage and educate others.


    Join Niki Tudge for this 90 minute  webinar on Anger Management.

    Benjamin Franklin once said, “In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” We would like to add a third item to his list: anger. Anger can be an incredibly damaging force, costing people their jobs, personal relationships, and even their lives when it gets out of hand. However, since everyone experiences anger, it is important to have constructive approaches to manage it effectively. 

    This workshop will help teach participants how to identify their anger triggers and what to do when their angry.


    Workshop Objectives


    By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

    • Understand anger dynamics in terms of the anger cycle and the fight or flight theory.
    • Know common anger myths and their factual refutations.
    • Know the helpful and unhelpful ways of dealing with anger.
    • Know techniques in controlling anger, particular reading anger warning signs, using coping thoughts, exercising relaxation techniques and blowing off steam.
    • Understand the difference between objective and subjective language.
    • Know tips in identifying the problem.
    • Express a feeling or position using I-messages.
    • Know skills and techniques in making a disagreement constructive, including effective negotiation and solution-building.
    • Reflect on one’s hot buttons and personal anger dynamics.
    • Know alter, avoid and, accept ways of responding to an anger-provoking situation.
    • Understand the energy curve and how it can help in responding to someone else’s anger.
    • Learn and practice de-escalation techniques.
    • Gain an integrated view of anger management and how it can be best practiced.

    About The Presenter


    Niki  specializes in small business growth, business management & people coaching and training programs. Niki has business degrees from Oxford University in England and is a Six Sigma Certified Black Belt. Niki is  a credentialed people trainer, project manager and certified facilitator. You can learn more about Niki Tudge by clicking here 


    Qualifications

    • Business Degrees Oxford  University, England.
    • Six Sigma Certified Black Belt
    • CPDT-KA
    • AABP – Professional Dog Trainer
    • AABP – Professional Dog Behavior Consultant
    • Dip, ABT. Diploma. Animal Behavior Technology
    • Dip, CBST. Diploma Canine Behavior Science and Technology
    • PCSA, CPCT CAPCT
    • Facilitation Certificate - Acuity Institute
    • The HCITB, International Training Board, Certified People Trainer. TS1, TS2 &TS3
    • Six Sigma Lean Project Management

    Niki's current business roles are Founder DogNostics Career College, Founder & President DogSmith Services Inc and President of The Pet Professional Guild


    CEUs 

    IAABC 1.5 CEUs
    CPDT 1.5 CEUs
    KPA 1.5 CEUs
    NADOI
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  • FREE Member Webinar - An Instructional webinar on the CARE Protocol by Jennifer Titus

    • Thursday, September 18, 2014
    • 1:00 PM (EDT)
    • Friday, September 18, 2020
    • 2:30 PM (EDT)
    • Recorded Webinar
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    presented by Jennifer Titus

    CEUs: CCPDT 1.5, IAABC 1.5, KPA 1.5, PPAB 1.5

    Join Jennifer for this webinar and learn about the CARE protocol for analyzing and modifying reactive dog behavior. As prework for this webinar please visit the website and review the protocol. Click here

    Course Information

    Jennifer will present a simple overview of the 12 steps that comprise the CARE Protocol, touching upon each sub-topic in succession. This will include everything from diagnosis of the type of dog reactivity, how to eliminate common mistakes, the importance of DRIs, and generalizing context, through enrichment for positive brain chemistry.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Understand the prep to the CARE protocol
    • Understand the CARE protocol
    • Understand the follow up care

    About The Presenter

    Jen Titus is a lifelong animal lover, and has owned and trained dogs for many years. A former teacher, she is a skilled behaviorist and adept at communicating with both human and ca

    nine clients. Jen is a caring, fun-loving and positive per

    son. Jen holds a Masters Degree in education. She continues to further her education in dog training at the elite and internationally renowned Accademy For Dog Trainers. Additionally, Jen keeps current with the latest training and behavioral knowledge through extensive reading, watching videos, and attending webinars, classes and live seminars.

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  • Free Member Webinar Social Learning in Dogs: A Study of Learning By Observation and Its Efficacy in Training by Jan Casey

    • Monday, October 13, 2014
    • 2:00 PM (EDT)
    • Tuesday, October 13, 2020
    • 3:00 PM (EDT)
    • Recorded Webinar
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    A Free PPG Member Webinar

    Presented by Jan Casey

    CEUs: PPAB 1, CCPDT 1, IAABC 1, KPA 1


    A look at the history of social learning and how to apply it to help dogs engage in new behaviors.

    Course Information

    Join Jan Casey for this intriguing webinar on Social Learning. Webinar participants will gain information regarding the history of social learning, what conditions will optimize social learning for dogs, and training scenarios where social learning may be an effective tool for helping dogs engage in new behaviors.

    Learning Objectives:

    1. Learn the history of social learning
    2. Explore ways to use social learning when training dogs.
    3. Determine which variables may enhance social learning.

    About The Presenter

    Jan Casey holds a Master of Science, Curriculum and Instruction, Concentration in Mathematics. Jan  has numerous qualification in the pet industry including a Diploma in Canine Behavior Science and Technology through CASI. Jan is a CGC Eevaluator and the Senior Behavior Consultant and Trainer at Courteous Canine, The DogSmith of Tampa.

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  • How To Work with Dogs and The Shelters or Rescues They Live In

    • Friday, January 30, 2015
    • 5:00 PM (PST)
    • Wednesday, January 30, 2019
    • 6:30 PM (PST)
    • Recorded Webinar
    • 82 registrants
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    With Tabitha Davies

    CEUs 

    IAABC 1 CEU. CPDT 1 CEU, KPA 1 CEU



    Join Tabitha Davies for this webinar about how to best develop working relationships with rescue groups and shelters.  Tabitha will focus on the ins and outs of Rescue- Trainer relationships.


    Tabitha will also cover the legalities of working with a shelter or rescue groups and the different types of programs you can implement to help educate the public to improve adoption rates within your local community.


    This webinar starts with looking at how to get the shelter or rescue group on board and how to implement rescue programs. There will be lots of included handouts provided as tools for you to use. e.g. shelter staff training sheets, behavior logs & behavior plan sheet.

    Webinar Objectives

    • How to approach shelters and rescue organizations on implementing training programs that improve adoption rates, improve staff knowledge, and help educate the community. 
    • How to properly evaluate a dog in a shelter environment.
    • Enrichment activities for the dogs in the shelter environment. 
    • How to assess the needs of the shelter or rescue.
    • How to assess the effectiveness of your program.
    • How to get "old school thought" employees or volunteers on your team or improve effective communication with them.
    • Design fun programs to educate the public and potential adopters.

    About The Presenter


    Tabitha Davies is the owner of the Coachella Valley Dog Club and the Director of The Coachella Valley Dog Club Shelter to Service Dog Program. Tabitha is also a Volunteer Behavior Specialist for  Advancing the Interests of Animals and The No Kill Coachella Valley Coalition for the Riverside County Department of Animal Services. Alongside her responsibilities as the Program Director at The Pet Rescue Center in Coachella, California Tabitha is also a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, an advocate for Veterinary Nutrition and a Therapy Pets Unlimited Evaluator.

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  • The Most Challenging Behavior Cases with Diane Garrod

    • Thursday, March 19, 2015
    • 3:30 PM (CDT)
    • Tuesday, March 19, 2019
    • 4:30 PM (CDT)
    • Recorded Webinar
    • 137 registrants
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    Presented by Diane Garrod


    Presented by Diane Garrod

    CEUs, IAABC 1 CEU, PPG 1 CEU, CPDT 1 CEU, KPA 1 CEU


    Ever had a difficult behavior change case? Join Diane Garrod for a webinar on the most difficult case(s) she has faced and and how they were overcome. 
    This webinar will cover the Insights into what the functional assessment revealed both at the beginning and what materialized later. You will learn what the tough spots in the process were and how they were overcome.

    Your Presenter

    Diane Garrod, Bachelor of Science in Communication, minor Journaism, Guild Certified Tellington Touch Practitioner is behavior consultant/trainer and owner of Canine Transformations Learning Center (cTLC) located on Whidbey Island in the hear of Puget Sound, Washington State.

    She has worked with aggression and extreme reactivity caes in canines force free for eight years full-time. She currently shows in RallyO and RallyO/Freestyle and Treibball of which she is also a certified Treibball Instructor and Judge with the American Treibball Association. Diane is also a charter member of the National Association of Treibball Enthusiasts and a founding and steering committee member of PPGE (Pet Professionals Guild, an association of force free pet professionals).

    She is the creator of the Canine Emotionals Detox (CED): A stress protocol (vacation/holiday) for challenging canines, those with behavioral issues of which she has held workshops all over the United States and most recently at APDT Australia 2014.
    Diane has recently completed studies in Animal Behavior, Melbourne University, Australia; Writing in the Sciences, Stanford University, USA; Theriogenology, University of Minnesota, USA and is doing a self-study in Introductory Neuroscience.

    Diane lives in Langley on Whidbey Island, Washington State with three Belgian Tervurens, two parrots and her fabulous husband.

    Diane Garrod, Bachelor of Science in Communication, minor Journaism, Guild Certified Tellington Touch Practitioner is behavior consultant/trainer and owner of Canine Transformations Learning Center (cTLC) located on Whidbey Island in the hear of Puget Sound, Washington State.

    She has worked with aggression and extreme reactivity caes in canines force free for eight years full-time. She currently shows in RallyO and RallyO/Freestyle and Treibball of which she is also a certified Treibball Instructor and Judge with the American Treibball Association. Diane is also a charter member of the National Association of Treibball Enthusiasts and a founding and steering committee member of PPGE (Pet Professionals Guild, an association of force free pet professionals).

    She is the creator of the Canine Emotionals Detox (CED): A stress protocol (vacation/holiday) for challenging canines, those with behavioral issues of which she has held workshops all over the United States and most recently at APDT Australia 2014. 

    Diane has recentlycompleted studies in Animal Behavior, Melbourne University, Australia; Writing in the Sciences, Stanford University, USA; Theriogenology, University of Minnesota, USA and is doing a self-study in Introductory Neuroscience.

    Diane lives in Langley on Whidbey Island, Washington State with three Belgian Tervurens, two parrots and her fabulous husband.
    Diane Garrod, Bachelor of Science in Communication, minor Journaism, Guild Certified Tellington Touch Practitioner is behavior consultant/trainer and owner of Canine Transformations Learning Center (cTLC) located on Whidbey Island in the hear of Puget Sound, Washington State.

    She has worked with aggression and extreme reactivity caes in canines force free for eight years full-time. She currently shows in RallyO and RallyO/Freestyle and Treibball of which she is also a certified Treibball Instructor and Judge with the American Treibball Association. Diane is also a charter member of the National Association of Treibball Enthusiasts and a founding and steering committee member of PPGE (Pet Professionals Guild, an association of force free pet professionals).

    She is the creator of the Canine Emotionals Detox (CED): A stress protocol (vacation/holiday) for challenging canines, those with behavioral issues of which she has held workshops all over the United States and most recently at APDT Australia 2014. 

    Diane has recentlycompleted studies in Animal Behavior, Melbourne University, Australia; Writing in the Sciences, Stanford University, USA; Theriogenology, University of Minnesota, USA and is doing a self-study in Introductory Neuroscience.

    Diane lives in Langley on Whidbey Island, Washington State with three Belgian Tervurens, two parrots and her fabulous husband.
    Diane Garrod, Bachelor of Science in Communication, minor Journaism, Guild Certified Tellington Touch Practitioner is behavior consultant/trainer and owner of Canine Transformations Learning Center (cTLC) located on Whidbey Island in the hear of Puget Sound, Washington State.

    She has worked with aggression and extreme reactivity caes in canines force free for eight years full-time. She currently shows in RallyO and RallyO/Freestyle and Treibball of which she is also a certified Treibball Instructor and Judge with the American Treibball Association. Diane is also a charter member of the National Association of Treibball Enthusiasts and a founding and steering committee member of PPGE (Pet Professionals Guild, an association of force free pet professionals).

    She is the creator of the Canine Emotionals Detox (CED): A stress protocol (vacation/holiday) for challenging canines, those with behavioral issues of which she has held workshops all over the United States and most recently at APDT Australia 2014. 

    Diane has recentlycompleted studies in Animal Behavior, Melbourne University, Australia; Writing in the Sciences, Stanford University, USA; Theriogenology, University of Minnesota, USA and is doing a self-study in Introductory Neuroscience.

    Diane lives in Langley on Whidbey Island, Washington State with three Belgian Tervurens, two parrots and her fabulous husband.
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  • Learn All About How To Train A MAR Dog (Missing Animal Response) with Kat Albrecht

    • Monday, July 20, 2015
    • 9:00 PM (EDT)
    • Monday, July 20, 2020
    • 10:30 PM (EDT)
    • Recorded Webinar
    • 28 registrants
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    Free Member Webinar

    presented by Kat Albrecht

     

    This workshop covers the basics of how to evaluate and train a dog to find lost pets.


    The MAR (Missing Animal Response) field is growing leaps and bounds. More and more professional pet detectives are emerging and many communities are forming teams of volunteers who specifically work to recover lost pets. Yet finding the right dog for the job is critical.


    Whether you’re involved in lost pet recovery work or you’re simply looking to give your dog a new job, this workshop will enable you to prepare you to find the right dog and to move forward into training your dog to find lost pets.



    Webinar Objectives

    • What temperaments and traits are needed in a Missing Animal Response (MAR) Search Dog
    • How to Properly Evaluate a Dog for MAR work
    • How to Select and Train a Target Cat
    • Steps to Train a MAR Cat Detection Dog
    • Steps to Train a MAR Trailing Dog
    • Other MAR Training Opportunities

    About The Presenters

    Kat Albrecht is a police detective-turned-pet detective and the founder of Missing Pet Partnership, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to reuniting lost pets with their families. Since 1997, Kat has worked search dogs trained to find lost pets. She pioneered the cross application of law enforcement investigative techniques and technologies to solve lost pet investigations and is widely known as the leading authority on K9 pet detective training. Through her business K9 Pet Trackers, Kat launched the first-ever pet detective academy where she trains humans and search dogs to find lost pets.

    Kat has appeared on Animal Planet and articles about her work have appeared in People, Reader’s Digest, Bark, Woman’s World, and Parade. She gives spiritual seminars on how to find your “life purpose” and is the author of two books: Dog Detectives: Train Your Dog to Find Lost Pets and Pet Tracker: How I Found My Life Purpose as a Pet Detective (Amazon.com only). Kat lives in Federal Way, Washington with her husband and her dog Kody.
    - Love of the Water
    - Ability to Swim
    - Basic Foundation Skills
    - Developing a positive association with your board and paddle
    - The use of targeting to aid in balance
    - Training techniques for dry land and water 
    - Safety consideration for both you and your dog
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  • Learn How To Teach a Rock Solid Stay with Mariah Hinds

    • Friday, August 28, 2015
    • 1:00 PM (EDT)
    • Friday, August 24, 2018
    • 2:30 PM (EDT)
    • Recorded Webinar
    • 125 registrants
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     Free Member Webinar

    with Mariah Hinds

    ceu: IAABC - 1 CEU, CPDT - 1 CEU, PPG - 1 CEU, KPA - 1 CEU




    This webinar outlines the steps to teaching a dog to stay no matter what the distractions, distance, time, environment or combination of these factors. Stays start with the dog making tiny 2 or 3 second choices and they can grow to staying while guests enter the house, staying while you stand 40 feet away for 5 minutes and to staying in a chair or on a mat for 60 minutes while you teach a class or give a presentation.


    Stay is also very useful for pet owners. It can be utilized to prevent and address a lot of issues from pet dog owners. Bolting out doors, begging, counter surfing and jumping up on people can all be eliminated by teaching the dog to stay reliably instead of the undesired behavior. Stays are a great way to incorporate training into your regular routine.


    Webinar Objectives

    • To teach the steps to teaching a dog to stay with:
    • distractions
    • distance
    • time
    • environment 
    • combination
    About The Presenter




    Mariah Hinds is a CPDT through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. Mariah has  experience stretching more than twelve years. Mariah has handled every problem a canine can dish out, from dogs that fight, to rehabilitating severely abused dogs, to training winning performance dogs. Mariah makes it her responsibility to stay current with the newest science on dog behavior and training. Mariah owns and operates a business on Orlando, FL. 

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  • Preventing Unwanted Feline Behaviors with Patience Fisher

    • Thursday, September 10, 2015
    • 7:00 PM (EDT)
    • Monday, September 03, 2018
    • 8:00 PM (EDT)
    • Recorded Webinar
    • 38 registrants
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    Free Member Webinar

    Presented by Patience Fisher

    CEU: PPAB 1, PPG 1, IAABC 1, KPA 1
     


    This cursory course on the house cat will touch on all things a cat owner should know in order to prevent unwanted behaviors in their house cat. A brief overview of ethology, domestication, socialization, and communication will lay the foundation for how to set up your house and interact with your cat.

    The unique needs of a house cat will be detailed including placement and use of the litter box and scratching posts/pads, play time, feeding, vertical space, privacy, consistency, establishing a good relationship, and desensitizing the cat to carriers, claw trimming, and pills. The importance of observing behavior to catch medical problems will be explained, as well as the importance of not letting bad habits continue without seeking professional help.


    Webinar Objectives

    • Understand ethology and domestication of the house cat
    • Learn about cat's communication and socialization
    • Understand the importance of providing a secure, stress-free territory for an indoor cat
    • Learn the correct use and placement of litter boxes and scratching posts/pads
    • Understand how to promote a good relationship with your cat and how to monitor health
    • Learn about playing with your cat to promote good behavior
    • Learn how to make a good behavior become a habit
    • Learn how to desensitize your cat to the carrier, claw trims, and pills.
    • Listen to a brief overview of what a cat behavior consultant does

    About The Presenter


    Patience Fisher owns Walk, Play, Learn!, a Pittsburgh-based pet service. Started in 2012 as a pet sitting and dog walking service, she is now offering cat behavior consultations. Patience volunteered at shelters for four years, helping with cat adoptions and specializing in fostering cats with behavioral problems.

    Patience holds a BS Biology from Lehigh University. She is a Certified Veterinary Assistant through AAHA/Cedar Valley College. Recently she received a Diploma of Feline Science Behavior Science and Technology from the Companion Animal Science Institute.

    Patience is also a freelance editor, specializing in life science manuscripts, especially those concerning animals. Prior to that she was an environmental analyst for 14 years, preparing environmental documents for certification of highway and public utility projects.

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  • Managing Your Own Website - Without Fear! with Tammy Coron

    • Wednesday, October 21, 2015
    • 2:00 PM (EDT)
    • Monday, October 21, 2019
    • 3:00 PM (EDT)
    • Recorded Webinar
    • 55 registrants
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    Free Member Webinar

    presented by Tammy Coron

    CEUs - PPAB 1, IAABC 1, KPA 1, CPDT 1

    Have you ever wanted to learn how to develop your own website? Are you afraid of technology because you think it's too complicated? IF so then attend this webinar and let Tammy remove the fear and doubt from your mind. 

    Establishing an online presence is a must have in today's world of the web. Don't miss out on an opportunity because understanding technology may feel out of your  reach. It's time to take the mystery out of the web.

    Webinar Objectives

    • The importance of having a web presence
      • 24/7 availability
      • Access to more potential customers
      • A way to showcase your work
    • Why you should manage your own website
      • Save time and money
      • Learn a new skill
    • How to get started
      • Secure a domain name
      • Find a web hosting company
      • Pick the platform (WordPress? Joomla? Drupal?)
      • Plan your site
      • Add your content


    About The Presenter


    Tammy Coron is a writer, musician, artist, and software engineer. 

    As an independent creative professional, Tammy spends her time developing software, writing, illustrating, and reminding others that "The Impossible Just Takes A Little Longer" Tammy also hosts a podcast called Roundabout: Creative Chaos podcast].
    When Tammy is not earning a living she enjoys spending time on her farm in Tennessee with her husband, Bill, and their two boys, Travis and Jake.

    You can learn more about Tammy here 


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  • Intention, The Law, and Rescue with Melissa McCue-McGrath

    • Monday, December 28, 2015
    • 11:00 AM (EST)
    • Friday, December 28, 2018
    • 12:00 PM (EST)
    • Recorded Webinar
    • 20 registrants
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    Free Member Webinar

    presented by Melissa McCue-McGrath

    CEUs

    PPAB 1, IAABC 1, CPDT 1, KPA 1

    I have discovered massive loopholes in conglomerate rescue websites as they relate to Massachusetts state law, and how the culture of obtaining dogs by click-and-ship is harming the human-dog relationship. This affects both puppy mill dogs and rescue. There is information out regarding puppy mill dogs, less about trucking sick dogs via rescue. The focus will be on the latter, though I will address both. 

    After detailing where we are going wrong in obtaining our dogs, I present responsible, ethical ways to get pet professionals  at the table together to change the culture of how we talk about dogs, how we get dogs, and how we help dogs together.

    Webinar Objectives

    • Understand how less-reputable breeders are able to continue selling sick and undersocialized puppies to the public, even with increased awareness of puppy mill operations.
    • Understand how some rescues are using legal loopholes in Pet Finder (and similar sites) to ship clinically under-socialized dogs to city centers, and what affect that has on families.
    • Recognize the language anyone selling a dog will use to move the dog; how to work with that language and remain professionally able to guide our students while helping the dog.
    • Be able to identify quality rescues, shelters, and breeders; be able to identify quality dog trainers, behavior consultants, applied animal behaviorists and veterinary behaviorists; be able to pass that information along to clients.


    About The Presenter


    Melissa McCue-McGrath, CPDT-KA is a certified professional dog trainer in greater Boston. She grew up in an accidental dog-sledding family in rural Maine and now sits as the co-Training Director of New England Dog Training Club, the oldest AKC obedience club in the country. She has twelve years of professional, science-based dog training under her belt. She is now speaking around the country about #HandsOnFirst, a movement that encourages dog owners to meet dogs in person prior to adoption instead of electing to click-and-ship. 

    She currently teaches a variety of classes, including Disc Dog classes in addition to private consultations where she evaluates dogs who are having a difficult time living in urban areas.

    Melissa writes alongside Dr. Sip Siperstein for Car Talk's new FIDO blog. She has been featured on PBS's Design Squad, NECN's The Secret Life of Animals, FOX 25 Morning News and other media outlets. When she has spare time, she keeps up The MuttStuff Blog with resources for Boston area dogs, and is frequently updating the MuttStuff Facebook Page.


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  • Feline Destructive Scratching and How To Solve It - with Francine Miller

    • Wednesday, January 20, 2016
    • 12:00 PM (EST)
    • Monday, January 20, 2020
    • 1:30 PM (EST)
    • Recorded Webinar
    • 38 registrants
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    Free Member Webinar

    presented by Francine Miller

    CEUs - PPAB 1, IAABC 1, CPDT 1, KPA 1

         
              
               

    Inappropriate scratching is a widespread issue, but is seldom enough for clients to believe that it warrants a behavior specialist. This presentation will discuss why cat's scratch, which is an innate behavior and serves many purposes.

    Client's can't remove their cat's wild instincts, but they can orchestrate where they are acted out. Learn how to set up humane deterrents, select the right scratcher for your cat and where to locate it and how to attract your cat to an appropriate scratcher.

    Webinar Objectives

    • Why cat's scratch

    • The case against declawing

    • Attracting your cat to the appropriate scratcher

    • Selecting the right cat scratcher, what kind and where to place

    • Setting up humane deterrents for inappropriate scratching surfaces and locations

    • What NOT to do

    •  

    About The Presenter

            
       

    Francine has eleven years experience treating dogs and cats with behavior problems. She has consulted on hundreds of cases for every type of aggression in dogs and cats, separation anxiety, barking, phobias, fear reactions, destructiveness, inappropriate elimination, escape, urine marking, scratching, housesoiling, litter box issues, compulsive disorders and more.

    In 2005, Francine completed all coursework for a Master of Science (MS) degree in Applied Animal Behavior Science and Family Counseling for Companion Animals, from the American College of Applied Science (ACAS). Studies included canine and feline behavior, ethology, animal behavior, animal learning, conditioning, animal psychology and veterinary psychopharmacology.

    In 2011, she also completed three semesters of ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) toward a certification as an aBCBA (Associate Board Certified Behavior Analyst) with the Florida Institute of Technology.

    Francine holds a BA from Syracuse University and had a long career in advertising and marketing prior to pursuing her interest in helping pet parents with their dog's and cat's behavioral problems. Applied Animal Behavior is her second career.


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  • Purebreds are Like Unicorns: Understanding the Breed Ancestry of Shelter Dogs & the Influence of Breed Labels - with Lisa Gunter

    • Thursday, January 28, 2016
    • 12:00 PM (EST)
    • Tuesday, January 28, 2020
    • 1:30 PM (EST)
    • Recorded Webinar
    • 52 registrants
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    Presented by Lisa Gunter

    CEUs: PPAB 1.5, IAABC 1.5, CPDT 1.5, KPA 1.5


    In this presentation, Lisa will discuss the findings of recent studies from the Canine Science Collaboratory in which they investigated the influence of breed labels on people’s perceptions of pit-bull-type dogs, their length of stay at the shelter and adoption success. She will also report the results of nearly a thousand breed ancestry tests carried out on dogs living in shelters.

    The Canine Science Collaboratory is finding that these canines have far more varied and complex breed identities than previously imagined - adding more fuel to the fire that breed identification of mixed breed dogs is a complex endeavor at best and untenable at worst.  

    Webinar Objectives

    • Evaluate influence of previously held perceptions about breeds of dogs
    • Assess effect of breed labeling on perceived attractiveness of shelter dogs
    • Understand how breed labeling in shelters could impact dog adoptions and length of stay
    • Recognize diversity of breed mixes within shelter dog population and implications regarding breed-specific behavior

    About The Presenter


    Lisa Gunter, MA is a PhD student at Arizona State University in the Department of Psychology's Behavioral Neuroscience area and conducts her research under the mentorship of Clive Wynne in the Canine Science Collaboratory.   

    Lisa recently earned her MA in Behavioral Neuroscience, holds a BA in Journalism from The Evergreen State College and has worked with dogs in animal shelters and with their owners for nearly a decade. Lisa's research investigates how breed labels influence perceptions of dogs at shelters and interventions focused on helping adopters with new dogs. She has presented her research at numerous conferences including the Association of Professional Dog Trainers, Interdisciplinary Forum for Applied Animal Behavior, Veterinary Behavior Symposium and the International Society of Anthrozoology.

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  • Learn How to Organize a Kittengarten: It's Good for Cats, Good for Your Business, and Good Fun! - with Paula Garber

    • Wednesday, April 27, 2016
    • 12:00 PM (EDT)
    • Monday, April 27, 2020
    • 1:00 PM (EDT)
    • Recorded Webinar
    • 31 registrants
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    Free Member Webinar

    presented by Paula Garber

    CEU: PPAB 1, CPDT 1, IAABC 1, KPA 1  


        
          

    This presentation will teach you the ins and outs of organizing a Kittengarten. You will learn why kitten socialization is so important (and needed), and the goals and objectives of a Kittengarten. The presentation will discuss how to develop the basic structure and curriculum, find a location, boost kitten participation and human attendance, and practice the skills you will need to conduct a Kittengarten.

     The presentation will also share ideas for identifying individuals, groups, and organizations that can help you (and that you can help in return). Plus, you will learn how organizing a Kittengarten can drive business for you and others who are involved. Many resources will be provided to help you organize a fun, unique Kittengarten in your community.

    Webinar Objectives

    • Explain the need for kitten socialization
    • Create a basic structure and curriculum for a Kittengarten class
    • Develop the necessary skill set to conduct the class
    • Understand what tools and supplies you will need
    • Identify those who can help with the class
    • Generate creative ways to market the class
    • Anticipate (and minimize) potential problems

      About The Presenters
       

      Paula holds a master’s degree in education and is a Certified Animal Training and Enrichment Professional and Certified Feline Training and Behavior Specialist. She is also certified in Low-Stress Handling (Silver, 2015) and Pet CPR & First Aid, and she is pursuing a diploma in Feline Behavior Science and Technology from the Companion Animal Sciences Institute.

      Paula owns and operates LIFELINE Cat Behavior Solutions and is currently a co-Vice Chair for the Pet Professional Guild’s Cat Committee and a supporting member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. A consummate cat advocate, Paula proudly serves on the Cat Protection Council of Westchester in her community. She resides in Ossining, New York, with her husband and five rescued cats.

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    • Negative Punishment, Negative Reinforcement and the Humane Hierarchy with Jean Donaldson

      • Wednesday, June 22, 2016
      • 3:00 PM (EDT)
      • Monday, June 22, 2020
      • 4:00 PM (EDT)
      • Recorded Webinar
      • 117 registrants
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       Presented by Jean Donaldson
      CEUs - PPAB, 1 IAABC, 1 CCPDT, 1


      LIMA guidelines currently rank negative punishment and negative reinforcement at equivalent levels of invasiveness. This webinar will explore whether this is ethically defensible when applied to the presenting problems faced by dog trainers. The webinar will also suggest contexts where antecedent arrangements are contra-indicated from a welfare perspective.

      Webinar Objectives

      • Help trainers think critically about LIMA as it applies in practical dog training contexts.


      About The Presenter


      Jean is the founder and principle instructor of The Academy for Dog Trainers. The Academy has trained and certified over 600 trainers in evidence-based dog behavior, training and private behavior counseling since 1999. She is a four-time winner of The Dog Writers' Association of America's Maxwell Award, and her books include The Culture Clash, Mine! A Guide to Resource Guarding in Dogs, Fight! A Guide to Dog-Dog Aggression, Dogs Are From Neptune, Oh Behave! Dogs From Pavlov to Premack to Pinker, and Train Like a Pro.

      Born in Montreal, Canada, Jean founded the Montreal Flyball Association, and Renaissance Dog Training, the first positive reinforcement-based school and counseling service in the province. Her own dogs and dogs she has trained have earned numerous titles and wins in various dog sports including OTCh (Obedience Trial Champion), UD (Utility Dog), TDX (Tracking Dog Excellent), FDCh (Flyball Champion), CGC (Canine Good Citizen) and HIT (High In Trial). While a student, she worked as an adoption counselor at the Montreal SPCA and later served on its Board of Directors. Before founding The Academy, Jean did exclusively referral aggression cases for six years. She lives in Oakland with her dog, Brian, adopted in 2015.

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    • First Impressions: Successful "Introductions" for Cats and Dogs with Lennea Bower

      • Monday, August 15, 2016
      • 7:00 PM (EDT)
      • Wednesday, August 15, 2018
      • 8:00 PM (EDT)
      • Recorded Webinar
      • 67 registrants
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      Presented by Lennea Bower

      CEUs: PPAB 1, CCPDT 1, IAABC 1

         


          

      We all have a vision of our multi-species home as a peaceable kingdom, but how do we make that dream a reality? First impressions do matter, and the initial "introduction" of dogs and cats can make a huge difference in establishing successful dog-cat households. This webinar will review strategies for successfully integrating new dog to a household with a resident cat and vice versa. This process starts prior to the animals' first meeting and may continue for days, weeks, or months before stabilizing.

      In addition, it will cover pain points and possible solutions for building a successful relationship that can endure the test of time. For professionals, it will also review important areas to discuss with your clients. These include helping your client set realistic expectations for process, expectations and timeline. We will also touch on factors, such as physical home set up, family composition, and lifestyle that can also affect this process. In addition, we will address issues related to the animals' past experience and personalities that may help or hinder the integration process, as well as the importance of meeting the basic needs of all household members throughout the integration process.

      Learning Objectives

      • Understand the basic process for integrating a dog-cat multi-species household.

      • Identify human and animal factors that may delay or impede the integration process.
      • Be prepared to discuss potential issues with non-animal professionals.

      About the Presenter

      Lennea “Linny” Bower, MA, CPDT-KA grew up in a multi-species household that included both dogs and cats. She began volunteering in animal shelters in 2004 and has worked and volunteered in shelters in metro-DC, Massachusetts, and Costa Rica. She became interested in force-free training while working in animal shelters. She began teaching group classes at a local shelter in 2010, and founded her business, Next Best Pet, in 2013. She currently teaches group classes at the Animal Resource Foundation in Chester, MD, and offers private training in Maryland's Prince George's and Queen Anne's counties.

      Lennea has a bachelor’s degree in International Studies and Spanish Studies and a master’s degree in Psychology, all from American University. She earned her CPDT-KA certification in 2014. She has previously presented on topics including multi-species households and adopting a new dog. She has also worked with animal shelter staff and volunteers behavior and training topics.

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    • Stop Coaching, Start Training with Veronica Boutelle

      • Friday, October 07, 2016
      • (EDT)
      • Sunday, October 07, 2018
      • (EDT)
      • Recorded Webinar
      • 54 registrants
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