Atlanta Pet Fair 2016

Sessions Speakers Exhibitors Floor Plan

Handling Problem Dogs (Room German Suite)

10 Mar 16
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Tracks: Education, Grooming Session, Special Session, Special Session

Speaker(s): Pam Lauritzen, ISCC
Understanding animal behavior and management is fundamental to the education of any pet care professional. This Animal Behavior & Management workshop is designed to increase your awareness of canine behavior and handling techniques. We will cover: *Animal Behavior 101: In order to work with animals effectively and with minimal risk of injury, it is essential to understand instinctive behaviors and why animals react the way they do. In this insightful presentation Pam will discuss innate and learned canine behaviors. She will cover nervous system types, reflexes, territorial boundaries, perception and social development and their impact on animal management. *The Senses and How Animals Learn: We will continue the discussion on innate and learned behavior and will introduce body language (talking to the animals), the senses, learning and conditioning techniques. * Rehabilitation and Handling Techniques: Don’t let good dogs go bad. Rehabilitation programs for “dogs gone bad” are the focus of this presentation. Pam will discuss safe handling of animals. She’ll also demonstrate approach techniques and table training and will explain counterconditioning, desensitization methods and client counseling. *Case Studies: Problem solving is the focus of this section. Pam will help you find solutions to behavior problems. You’ll learn problem solving techniques and methods and participate in a group interactive session. Bring your questions and let Pam help you develop rehabilitation programs for some of your most difficult problem dogs.