NEW! OPEN ENROLLMENT SATURDAYS! Registration Mandatory.
SATURDAY CLASS DETAILS
1. Choose the age-appropriate class time for your puppy or dog. (See below).
2. Start immediately on any Saturday. Sign up for the dates you can attend. (See below). If you have to miss a week, simply attend that week the next round. Classes are taught on a revolving basis and they are lessons which can stand alone so you will not fall behind.
3. Dogs attend ALL sessions for the Saturday format. Orientation will be by email and video.
RULES: REGISTRATION MANDATORY. No drop-ins will be accepted. Space is limited. Please see calender for class dates and sign up ahead of time for the dates that work with your schedule. Keep in mind, on some Saturdays, there are no classes due to holidays (for example). All 6 weeks must be pre-paid ($150.00) and are nonrefundable.
1. PUPPY PRE-SCHOOL for puppies under 5 months old
Saturdays 9:00AM-10:00AM
For more information on vaccinations and puppy socialization, please visit the AVSAB - http://www.avsabonline.org/ See "Position Statement on Puppy Socialization"
2. PUPPY KINDERGARTEN for puppies 5-12 months.
Saturdays 10:30AM-11:30AM
3. RESCUED ROVER ADULT KINDERGARTEN for any dog one year old or older.
Saturdays 11:45AM-12:45PM
4. DOGGIE CONTINUED EDUCATION (For dogs who have graduated from Kindergarten)
Saturdays 1:30PM-2:30PM
1. Choose the age-appropriate class time for your puppy or dog. (See below).
2. Start immediately on any Saturday. Sign up for the dates you can attend. (See below). If you have to miss a week, simply attend that week the next round. Classes are taught on a revolving basis and they are lessons which can stand alone so you will not fall behind.
3. Dogs attend ALL sessions for the Saturday format. Orientation will be by email and video.
RULES: REGISTRATION MANDATORY. No drop-ins will be accepted. Space is limited. Please see calender for class dates and sign up ahead of time for the dates that work with your schedule. Keep in mind, on some Saturdays, there are no classes due to holidays (for example). All 6 weeks must be pre-paid ($150.00) and are nonrefundable.
1. PUPPY PRE-SCHOOL for puppies under 5 months old
Saturdays 9:00AM-10:00AM
For more information on vaccinations and puppy socialization, please visit the AVSAB - http://www.avsabonline.org/ See "Position Statement on Puppy Socialization"
2. PUPPY KINDERGARTEN for puppies 5-12 months.
Saturdays 10:30AM-11:30AM
3. RESCUED ROVER ADULT KINDERGARTEN for any dog one year old or older.
Saturdays 11:45AM-12:45PM
4. DOGGIE CONTINUED EDUCATION (For dogs who have graduated from Kindergarten)
Saturdays 1:30PM-2:30PM
Saturday Class Dates
December 2009 - 19 (no class 12/26/09)
January 2010 - 2, 9, 23, and 30 (no class 1/16/10)
February 2010 - 6, 20, 27 (no class 2/13/10)
March 2010 - 6, 13, 20, 27
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*OTHER CLASS TIMES/DATES ARE AVAILABLE. Please ask if you don't see what you need.
*We are available both morning and evenings for private lessons to meet your needs.
DON'T HAVE TIME TO TRAIN YOUR DOG? Let us help get you started. Have us work with your dog one-on-one at your place or ours. Call or email for details and rates.
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS - BEGINNER
1. Bright Beginnings Kindergarten Classes
*Dogs do not attend the first session, unless you are following the Saturday class format. Possible topics: Nothing In Life is Free program - Use your dogs resources as reinforcement for proper behavior, learn to use clicker or verbal marker signal, compare/contrast human/canine communication, get your dog's attention... Teach come when called, self control, bite inhibition, housetraining, socialization, exposure to new things, how to be alone, calmness at doorways, pleasant leash walking... Focus on prevention of problems (such as resource guarding). Learn about the benefits of mental stimulation, and more! See your dog in a whole new light!
2. Bright Beginnings / Rescued Rover Adult Kindergarten
*Dogs do not attend the first session, unless you are following the Saturday class format.
It simply is NOT true that you can't teach older dogs! YOUNG AND OLD, DOGS LEARN NEW TRICKS EVERY DAY! Keep an active brain and stay young at heart! This class is perfect for any adult dog and especially perfect for the newly rescued adult dog. Class topics: Basic manners and behaviors, problem solving, self control, attention, and more. The subjects covered are tailored to the "unique" needs of participants. Rescued dog discount available!
*Dogs do not attend the first session, unless you are following the Saturday class format. Possible topics: Nothing In Life is Free program - Use your dogs resources as reinforcement for proper behavior, learn to use clicker or verbal marker signal, compare/contrast human/canine communication, get your dog's attention... Teach come when called, self control, bite inhibition, housetraining, socialization, exposure to new things, how to be alone, calmness at doorways, pleasant leash walking... Focus on prevention of problems (such as resource guarding). Learn about the benefits of mental stimulation, and more! See your dog in a whole new light!
2. Bright Beginnings / Rescued Rover Adult Kindergarten
*Dogs do not attend the first session, unless you are following the Saturday class format.
It simply is NOT true that you can't teach older dogs! YOUNG AND OLD, DOGS LEARN NEW TRICKS EVERY DAY! Keep an active brain and stay young at heart! This class is perfect for any adult dog and especially perfect for the newly rescued adult dog. Class topics: Basic manners and behaviors, problem solving, self control, attention, and more. The subjects covered are tailored to the "unique" needs of participants. Rescued dog discount available!
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS - INTERMEDIATE
1. Doggie Continued Education
A Kindergarten class is always a good start, but it is only the tip of the iceberg! Join us in learning more! Proof behaviors and make them more reliable, continue socialization, fade food and use a toy for training, and much more! Be better prepared for the trying teenage phase of your dog's natural development - the phase when most canine guardians give up (or give your dog the training she missed as a youngster.) To participate, you must know how to use a clicker or verbal marker signal and have previously completed a reward-based training class with Galaxy Dog Training, or another approved trainer/facility.
2. Team Relationship Building
Class topics: Exposure to new things, working toward reliable off leash control and your relationship with your dog. Learn to better use play and games to keep your dog's attention and add distractions. This class is all about having FUN and connecting with your dog! This class will pre-prepare you for flyball, dock dogs, agility, or any other dog sports where team work is helpful/critical. Or, learn fun, new ideas to give your dog the mental stimulation she needs!
A Kindergarten class is always a good start, but it is only the tip of the iceberg! Join us in learning more! Proof behaviors and make them more reliable, continue socialization, fade food and use a toy for training, and much more! Be better prepared for the trying teenage phase of your dog's natural development - the phase when most canine guardians give up (or give your dog the training she missed as a youngster.) To participate, you must know how to use a clicker or verbal marker signal and have previously completed a reward-based training class with Galaxy Dog Training, or another approved trainer/facility.
2. Team Relationship Building
Class topics: Exposure to new things, working toward reliable off leash control and your relationship with your dog. Learn to better use play and games to keep your dog's attention and add distractions. This class is all about having FUN and connecting with your dog! This class will pre-prepare you for flyball, dock dogs, agility, or any other dog sports where team work is helpful/critical. Or, learn fun, new ideas to give your dog the mental stimulation she needs!
CLASSES UPON REQUEST
Do you know someone with the same doggie problem? These are perfect "semi-private" classes for 2 students.
- Multi-Dog Households
Multi-dog households can have unique issues. Better understand the complexities of dog-dog and human-dog interactions which are too often incorrectly summed up by "dominance" or "hierarchies". Since we can't ask dogs what they really think, the door is open to inflated assumptions which are actually in most cases irrelevant. These ever-popular ideas can cloud our thinking. Many people think they have a "dominance" issue, but they really have unruly behavior, lack of boundaries, lack of teaching, and lack of training. If carefully analyzed, specific training or management techniques can be used to fix the problem behaviour/s.
- Practice Sessions - A Guilt-Free way of making sure you and your dog keep up your "chops" by setting class time aside to work together. No guilt or shame for not practicing!
- Sit Happens - Work on one or two behaviors per week such as coming when called, heel, stay, or leash walking skills.
- Shy, Fearful, or Reactive Dog Classes - Using Counter Conditioning and Desensitization, teach your dog to WANT to see other dogs, people, bicycles, or any other thing that concerns them, especially when out for a walk.
- Barking - One of many ways dogs communicate with us and each other. Analyze barking to discover triggers and problem solve to reduce it!
- Leave It, PLEASE! - For dogs obsessed with rock eating, feces, or eating other things we don't want them to. This behavior can lead to costly surgery or worse. "Leave it" means, you can never have that because it could be dangerous. Hint: Don't chase or play "keep away" with your dog and never pry objects from your dog's mouth unless you ABSOLUTELY must...
- Multi-Dog Households
Multi-dog households can have unique issues. Better understand the complexities of dog-dog and human-dog interactions which are too often incorrectly summed up by "dominance" or "hierarchies". Since we can't ask dogs what they really think, the door is open to inflated assumptions which are actually in most cases irrelevant. These ever-popular ideas can cloud our thinking. Many people think they have a "dominance" issue, but they really have unruly behavior, lack of boundaries, lack of teaching, and lack of training. If carefully analyzed, specific training or management techniques can be used to fix the problem behaviour/s.
- Practice Sessions - A Guilt-Free way of making sure you and your dog keep up your "chops" by setting class time aside to work together. No guilt or shame for not practicing!
- Sit Happens - Work on one or two behaviors per week such as coming when called, heel, stay, or leash walking skills.
- Shy, Fearful, or Reactive Dog Classes - Using Counter Conditioning and Desensitization, teach your dog to WANT to see other dogs, people, bicycles, or any other thing that concerns them, especially when out for a walk.
- Barking - One of many ways dogs communicate with us and each other. Analyze barking to discover triggers and problem solve to reduce it!
- Leave It, PLEASE! - For dogs obsessed with rock eating, feces, or eating other things we don't want them to. This behavior can lead to costly surgery or worse. "Leave it" means, you can never have that because it could be dangerous. Hint: Don't chase or play "keep away" with your dog and never pry objects from your dog's mouth unless you ABSOLUTELY must...
PLEASE ASK ABOUT UPCOMING Dog First Aid Classes To Be Held At Our Training Center! GET CERTIFIED!
Dog first aid classes are taught by Peggy Rew who is certified through the American Red Cross. You must pre-register. Please contact Peggy Rew to do so. Class fee TBA
775-626-0982
775-830-0982
rewcrew@charter.net
775-626-0982
775-830-0982
rewcrew@charter.net
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Stanley Milgram
Training Philosophy
What we do:
Food, toys, play, attention, going for a walk, access to other dogs, swimming, going outside, or anything your dog likes or wants are our favorite "tools" or reinforcers. (See below picture titled "Pinecone Power". I was using a pine cone to keep my dog's attention for the photo!) These tools can be used to increase behaviors by introducing them immediately when a desired behavior happens or having your dog do something to earn each life reward. Reward-based training is very powerful. Dogs trained in this way ENJOY training, WANT to be trained, and the worst thing about this type of training is - it has to end at some point.
Our goal is to have happy, confident dogs who trust and love humans. We want dogs to LOVE learning and training. If your dog likes you and trusts you and associates you with good things, she will WANT to come when you call her.
Positive training is NOT permissive. There are rules to follow and it takes practice, commitment, and consistency, just as it would to constantly use regimented punishment or tools. Only, after all the positive training, your dog still likes you and wants to be with you. Use of positive training techniques CHANGES your dog's behavior for good, instead of merely inhibiting/suppressing behavior/s when the punishment or punisher is present.
Behavior doesn't just go away because you don't see it!
When you train using positive methods, unwanted behaviors are replaced with desirable ones (i. e. sit instead of jumping up).
Positive training is safer for all family members and even children can successfully work with most dogs. Dogs who are trained using positive methods are more predictable.
Dog trainers of today (IF they are current in their field) understand this and not only have hands-on experience with dogs, but are also educated and familiar with the current science behind animal behavior, not the outdated hype often seen on TV and the "faux" science, superstition, or "whispering" behind it.
The kind of training you decide on affects you (as your dog's trainer) as much as it affects your dog. Punishing unwanted behavior is a NEVER ENDING task and it places your focus on everything your dog does WRONG. Punishing unwanted behavior puts the human in the position of being reactive instead of proactive. This is not sound LEADERSHIP. If you spend all your time seeking bad behavior and punishing it, you will be VERY busy and after all your perseverance, the dog will still not know how to be RIGHT. Not knowing how to be right sets the dog up to keep being wrong and for you to keep correcting. This is not a happy, healthy co-existence.
(Imagine if no one ever took the time to explain how to perform your new job, but constantly punished you for being "wrong" or "stubborn"...)
It's a fact! Rewarded behavior increases! Learning to focus on the "good stuff" dogs do and teaching them what we expect in a kind way that they understand actually changes the way you think for the better. Everybody wins.
When a human teaches a dog what is expected in a proactive manner, this actually puts the human in the leadership position where the human teaches the dog and controls the dog's resources - without conflict.
This is the harmony we experience in our lives with our own dogs and it is possible for you and your dog as well.
Article about punishment:
http://www.4pawsu.com/avsabpuinshment.pdf
More on Positive Reinforcement - So well written and informative! Click on link
http://www.behaviormatters.com/Philosophy-animal-training.htm
WHY NOT USE FORCE IN DOG TRAINING?
Before seeking help from ANY TRAINER, ask what methods they use. Ask specifically what tools or methods they use the most. Ask about their training philosophy. Would you be comfortable using those methods on your dog? What kind of language do they use? Do they speak of dogs and people kindly? Do they say things that are outdated or disproven? Training a dog should be pleasant for both the dog and the dog's owner.
Optimal learning happens when there is little or no stress. HERE'S WHY: It is best not to trigger (especially on purpose) the amygdala in your dog's brain. The amygdala is responsible for your dog's involuntary fight or flight response. Once triggered, it releases adrenaline into the bloodstream. The dog will want to escape and if she can not escape, she may become aggressive.
In other words, the use of force, fear, or intimidation in training is risky because your dog may respond the way she is hard wired to - with fear, flight, or escalating aggression.
Dogs do not have human morals and will never feel "guilty" for getting in your garbage.
Sadly, dogs often do not understand it is their BEHAVIOR that is getting them in trouble, but will often generalize a punishment i.e. - a stern correction, scruff shake, hitting, a shock, alpha rollover, or a leash jerk to whatever they are looking at or thinking about when the correction occurs (a child, another dog, you?)...
Whether you choose to reward and teach proper behaviors or punish unwanted behaviors after the fact, it is true the dog learns. But what is she learning? And how does she feel about you or other people or other dogs (or training) after training has occurred?
Optimal learning happens when there is little or no stress. HERE'S WHY: It is best not to trigger (especially on purpose) the amygdala in your dog's brain. The amygdala is responsible for your dog's involuntary fight or flight response. Once triggered, it releases adrenaline into the bloodstream. The dog will want to escape and if she can not escape, she may become aggressive.
In other words, the use of force, fear, or intimidation in training is risky because your dog may respond the way she is hard wired to - with fear, flight, or escalating aggression.
Dogs do not have human morals and will never feel "guilty" for getting in your garbage.
Sadly, dogs often do not understand it is their BEHAVIOR that is getting them in trouble, but will often generalize a punishment i.e. - a stern correction, scruff shake, hitting, a shock, alpha rollover, or a leash jerk to whatever they are looking at or thinking about when the correction occurs (a child, another dog, you?)...
Whether you choose to reward and teach proper behaviors or punish unwanted behaviors after the fact, it is true the dog learns. But what is she learning? And how does she feel about you or other people or other dogs (or training) after training has occurred?
Lenny "Leonard Nimoy"
Current Study/ Background of Study
Current Reading/Viewing/Study(i.e. NEW BOOKS AND VIDEOS to stay current for YOU by learning more about DOGS DOGS DOGS! :)Much of what we are studying is BRAND NEW!
NOW Viewing
- Foundation Training for Agility - The Road to a Perfect Partnership by Moe Strenfel 2009
- "Juni's C.A.T. Proceedure Video" (Constructional Aggression Treatment) shaping protocol developed by Dr. Jesus Rosales-Ruiz and graduate student Kellie Snider, MS at the university of North Texas) ordered from Peaceable Paws LLC 2008
- Contacts - Bridging the Gap Between Training and Competition with Rachel Sanders 2008- And more...NOW Reading
- The Thinking Dog Crossover to Clicker Training by Gail Tamases Fisher 2009
- My Stroke of Insight by Jill Bolte Taylor, PhD 2006
- SWAY- The Irresistable Pull of Irrational Thinking by Ori Brafman and Roma Brafman 2008
- Control Unleashed by Leslie McDevitt MLA, CDBC, CPDT 2007
- "Positive Gun Dogs - Clicker Training for Sporting Breeds" by Jim Barry, Mary Emmen and Susan Smith 2007
- "How to Behave So Your Dog Behaves" (THANKS, BRENT!) by Dr. Sophia Yin, DVM 2004
- "Barking - The Sound of a Language" by Turid Rugaas 2008
- "Focus Not Fear - Training Insights from a Reactive Dog Training Class" by Ali Brown 2008
- And more...
*Certifications Completed- 2005 earned ABCDT Animal Behavior College Dog Trainer Certification- 2007 completed requirements to become a CPDT-KA Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed
SEMINARS
- October 2009 The Association of Pet Dog Trainer's Conference, Oakland, CA
a. The Evolution of the Cognitive Dog and What it Tells Us About Our Own Origins - Dr. Brian Hare
b. Coping with Life - Turid Rugass
c. A Conversation with Bob and Jean - Robert E. Bailey and Jean Donaldson
*Symposium on Fear and Anxiety Behaviors
a. Anxiety and Fear: Physiology and Behavior - Dr. Emily Levine
b. A Video Ethogram of Fear and Anxiety - Sue Sternberg
c. What's That I Fear? Identifying Triggers and Resolving the Problem - Kathy Sdao
d. Working With Fearful Dogs in Private Lessons and Group Classes - Nicloe Wilde
e. Alternative Medicine for Fear and Anxiety: Nutrition and Flowers and Herbs, Oh My! - Dr. Doug Knueven
f. Fear and Loathing and Separation Fun - Dr. Ian Dunbar
*Field Study: Team Training Dog and Exotic Animals at the Oakland Zoo - A day observing cutting edge and innovative ways of managing exotic animals using enrichment and operant conditioning which has MANY advantages, including increased safety and reduced stress for both for animals and handlers. Tortoises, bats, and giraffes are taught to happily move from place to place and to enjoy regular veterinary care without force or anesthesia.
- Scentsational - Steve White
- Training a Thinking Dog - The Advantages of Marker Training Gail Fisher
- Click a Chick with Terry Ryan - clicker training a chicken which is WAY faster than a dog!
- It Appears to be a Behavioral Problem But Could it Be Medical? Dr. Ellen Lindell
- The Best Classes in Town - Yours - Veronica Boutelle and Gina Phairas
- Anticipation: Harnessing its Power to Attain Exquisite Control and Reliability Steve White (and Jennifer White)
- Calling All Trainers and Pet Dog Professionals: No More Homeless Pets Best Friends Animal Society
2005 Dominance: Anatomy of a Mind Virus - Jean Donaldson
-2006 Association of Pet Dog Trainers Conference
1. The Science of Dog Behavior - Ray Coppinger PhD
2. Understanding Aggression in Dogs - James Serpell PhD
3. View from the Bridge - Karen Pryor
4. “I was Lured!” - Ian Dunbar CEO, CAAB, PhD, CPDT
5. How Dangerous is He? Assessing the Risk of Injury by Aggressive Dogs - Wayne Hunthausen DVM
6. Working With Shy and Fearful Dogs: Tips, Techniques and Misconceptions - Donna Duford
7. Stress Symptoms Caused by the Use of Electric Training Collars in Everyday Life Situations - Esther Shalke PhD
8. The Biology of Emotion in People and Dogs - Patricia McConnell PhD
9. Why Are We Stupid in Love with Our Dogs? - Patricia McConnell PhD
- March 2007 Get Rational! Evolution, Dog Behavior, & Dog Bites - Jean Donaldson and Janis Bradley
- July 2007 Leash Reactivity and Leash Aggression in Dogs - Sarah Kalnajs CPDT, CDBC
- July 2007 Research into Developing the Treat and Train - Sophia Yin
- 2007 Association of Pet Dog Trainer’s Conference
1. Sign Language in Chimpanzees – Roger Fouts PhD
2. Count, Correlate, Then Cautiously Interpret – Jean Donaldson
3. Problem Behavior in Dogs – Roger Abrantes PhD, DHC, DF, MAPBC
4. Food! It’s Power, It’s Problems – Chris Bach CDBC
5. Beasties Behind Bars – Making and Keeping Shelter Dogs Adoptable – Kristen Collins CPDT
6. Cognite tute: Think For Yourself! Learn to Ask the Right Questions – Pam Reid PhD, CAAB
7. How the Brain Rewards Itself – Learning on a Neuronal Level – Barbara Schoening DVM, MSc, PhD
8. The Heritability of Behavior: Performance Traits – Janice Koler-Matznick MS, CPDT
9. Development of Canine Behavior: Rules for Genetics, Learning, and Signaling in Understanding and Fixing Behavioral Concerns – Karen Overall PhD, DVM
10. Owner Compliance, Age and Sex- Men and Women in Consults – Trish King CPDT, CDBC
11. Using Fun and Play to Modify and Solve Behavior Problems – Angelica Steinker CDBC, CAP2, NADOI
12. Speak Softly and Carry a Big Click: Cueing Demystified – Kathy Sdao MA, CAAB
13. Group Dynamics – The Key to Harmony - Cheryl Margaret Smith
14. Walkin’ the Walk – Leslie Nelson
15. March 2008 - The Business End of Dog Training by Veronica Boutelle
16. November
17, 2008 A day at Chris Vaught's House with Agility Trainer Elicia Calhoun AWESOME DAY! http://agilityinmotion.com/contents.html
*Books Studied
- Reaching the Animal Mind - The Clicker Training Method and What It Teaches Us About Animals by Karen Pryor 2009 http://www.reachingtheanimalmind.com/chapter_01.html- Dog Behavior, Evolution, and Cognition by Adam Miklosi Department of Ethology, Eotvos Lorand Universtiy, Budapest reprint 2008
- "Positive Perspectives - Know Your Dog, Train Your Dog" by Pat Miller CPDT, CDBC 2008
- BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Behavioral Medicine by Debra Horwitz, Daniel Mills & Sarah Heath 2002
- "Command Performance Training Techniques That Work" from The Whole Dog Journal 2007- "Scared Poopless The Straight Scoop on Dog Care" by Jan Rasmusen 2006
- "Foods Pets Die For Shocking Facts About Pet Food" by Ann N. Martin 2003
- "The Well Adjusted Dog" by Dr. Nicholas Dodman written in 2008- "Oh Behave! Dogs from Pavlov to Premack to Pinker" by Jean Donaldson written in 2008
- "My Dog Pulls. What Do I Do?" by Turid Rugaas 2005
- "Help For Your Fearful Dog" by Nicole Wilde CPDT written in 2006
- How Dogs Learn by Mary R. Burch, Ph.D. and Jon S. Bailey Ph.D.- All About Dog Daycare
- A Blueprint For Success by Robin K. Bennett
- If a Dog’s Prayers Were Answered Bones Would Rain From the Sky: Deepening Our Relationships with Dogs by Suzanne Clothier
- The Culture Clash by Jean Donaldson
- Evolution: The Triumph of an Idea by Carl Zimmer
- Click to Calm by Emma Parsons
- Visiting the Dog Park: Having Fun Staying Safe by Cheryl Smith- The Other End of the Leash: Why We Do What We Do Around Dogs by Patricia McConnell, PhD
- For the Love of a Dog: Understanding Emotion in You and Your Best Friend by Patricia McConnell, PhD
- Feeling Out numbered? How to Manage and Enjoy Your Multi-Dog Household by Patricia McConnell, PhD
- Dogs Bite but Balloons and Slippers are More Dangerous by Janis Bradley
- Ruff Love by Susan Garrett
- Dominance: Fact or Fiction by Barry Eaton
- Before You Get Your Puppy by Dr. Ian Dunbar
- How to Teach a New Dog Old Tricks by Dr. Ian Dunbar
- Dogs: A New Understanding of Canine Origin, Behavior and Evolution by Lorna Coppinger and Raymond Coppinger
- A Dog and a Dolphin 2.0: An Introduction to Clicker Training by Karen Pryor
- Help For Your Fearful Dog by Nicole Wilde, CPDT
- Aggression in Dogs by Brenda Aloff
- And more...
*Videos/DVDs-The Fundamentals of Animal Training by Bob Bailey, 5 hours of instruction- The How of Bow Wow, Karen Pryor- Clicker Fun, Dr. Deborah Jones- Dog-Dog Aggression, Patricia McConnell, PhD- Dog to Dog Aggression, Sue Sternberg- Dog Aggression BITING, Dr. Ian Dunbar- Puppy Kindergarten, Corally Burmaster- Take a Bow Wow, Virginia Broitman and Sherri Lippman- Give Them a Scalpel and They Will Dissect a Kiss: Dog Training Past, Present and Future, Dr. Ian Dunbar- Lassie Come! Patricia McConnell PhD- Sex and Aggression Secrets and Games - Four Day Instructors Workshop – May 2004, Dr. Ian Dunbar*Learning Secrets- Success With One Jump by Susan Garrett 2006- And more...FUTURE:- 2009 APDT Conference- January 16-17, 2010 Quicksilver Agility Club presents CHRIS ZINK, DVM COACHING THE CANINE ATHLETE® SEMINARSUBSCRPTIONS- APDT's Chronicle of the Dog http://apdt.com/- The Whole Dog Journal http://www.whole-dog-journal.com/For Fun- The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein- Still Life with Elephant by Judy Reene Singer
NOW Viewing
- Foundation Training for Agility - The Road to a Perfect Partnership by Moe Strenfel 2009
- "Juni's C.A.T. Proceedure Video" (Constructional Aggression Treatment) shaping protocol developed by Dr. Jesus Rosales-Ruiz and graduate student Kellie Snider, MS at the university of North Texas) ordered from Peaceable Paws LLC 2008
- Contacts - Bridging the Gap Between Training and Competition with Rachel Sanders 2008- And more...NOW Reading
- The Thinking Dog Crossover to Clicker Training by Gail Tamases Fisher 2009
- My Stroke of Insight by Jill Bolte Taylor, PhD 2006
- SWAY- The Irresistable Pull of Irrational Thinking by Ori Brafman and Roma Brafman 2008
- Control Unleashed by Leslie McDevitt MLA, CDBC, CPDT 2007
- "Positive Gun Dogs - Clicker Training for Sporting Breeds" by Jim Barry, Mary Emmen and Susan Smith 2007
- "How to Behave So Your Dog Behaves" (THANKS, BRENT!) by Dr. Sophia Yin, DVM 2004
- "Barking - The Sound of a Language" by Turid Rugaas 2008
- "Focus Not Fear - Training Insights from a Reactive Dog Training Class" by Ali Brown 2008
- And more...
*Certifications Completed- 2005 earned ABCDT Animal Behavior College Dog Trainer Certification- 2007 completed requirements to become a CPDT-KA Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed
SEMINARS
- October 2009 The Association of Pet Dog Trainer's Conference, Oakland, CA
a. The Evolution of the Cognitive Dog and What it Tells Us About Our Own Origins - Dr. Brian Hare
b. Coping with Life - Turid Rugass
c. A Conversation with Bob and Jean - Robert E. Bailey and Jean Donaldson
*Symposium on Fear and Anxiety Behaviors
a. Anxiety and Fear: Physiology and Behavior - Dr. Emily Levine
b. A Video Ethogram of Fear and Anxiety - Sue Sternberg
c. What's That I Fear? Identifying Triggers and Resolving the Problem - Kathy Sdao
d. Working With Fearful Dogs in Private Lessons and Group Classes - Nicloe Wilde
e. Alternative Medicine for Fear and Anxiety: Nutrition and Flowers and Herbs, Oh My! - Dr. Doug Knueven
f. Fear and Loathing and Separation Fun - Dr. Ian Dunbar
*Field Study: Team Training Dog and Exotic Animals at the Oakland Zoo - A day observing cutting edge and innovative ways of managing exotic animals using enrichment and operant conditioning which has MANY advantages, including increased safety and reduced stress for both for animals and handlers. Tortoises, bats, and giraffes are taught to happily move from place to place and to enjoy regular veterinary care without force or anesthesia.
- Scentsational - Steve White
- Training a Thinking Dog - The Advantages of Marker Training Gail Fisher
- Click a Chick with Terry Ryan - clicker training a chicken which is WAY faster than a dog!
- It Appears to be a Behavioral Problem But Could it Be Medical? Dr. Ellen Lindell
- The Best Classes in Town - Yours - Veronica Boutelle and Gina Phairas
- Anticipation: Harnessing its Power to Attain Exquisite Control and Reliability Steve White (and Jennifer White)
- Calling All Trainers and Pet Dog Professionals: No More Homeless Pets Best Friends Animal Society
2005 Dominance: Anatomy of a Mind Virus - Jean Donaldson
-2006 Association of Pet Dog Trainers Conference
1. The Science of Dog Behavior - Ray Coppinger PhD
2. Understanding Aggression in Dogs - James Serpell PhD
3. View from the Bridge - Karen Pryor
4. “I was Lured!” - Ian Dunbar CEO, CAAB, PhD, CPDT
5. How Dangerous is He? Assessing the Risk of Injury by Aggressive Dogs - Wayne Hunthausen DVM
6. Working With Shy and Fearful Dogs: Tips, Techniques and Misconceptions - Donna Duford
7. Stress Symptoms Caused by the Use of Electric Training Collars in Everyday Life Situations - Esther Shalke PhD
8. The Biology of Emotion in People and Dogs - Patricia McConnell PhD
9. Why Are We Stupid in Love with Our Dogs? - Patricia McConnell PhD
- March 2007 Get Rational! Evolution, Dog Behavior, & Dog Bites - Jean Donaldson and Janis Bradley
- July 2007 Leash Reactivity and Leash Aggression in Dogs - Sarah Kalnajs CPDT, CDBC
- July 2007 Research into Developing the Treat and Train - Sophia Yin
- 2007 Association of Pet Dog Trainer’s Conference
1. Sign Language in Chimpanzees – Roger Fouts PhD
2. Count, Correlate, Then Cautiously Interpret – Jean Donaldson
3. Problem Behavior in Dogs – Roger Abrantes PhD, DHC, DF, MAPBC
4. Food! It’s Power, It’s Problems – Chris Bach CDBC
5. Beasties Behind Bars – Making and Keeping Shelter Dogs Adoptable – Kristen Collins CPDT
6. Cognite tute: Think For Yourself! Learn to Ask the Right Questions – Pam Reid PhD, CAAB
7. How the Brain Rewards Itself – Learning on a Neuronal Level – Barbara Schoening DVM, MSc, PhD
8. The Heritability of Behavior: Performance Traits – Janice Koler-Matznick MS, CPDT
9. Development of Canine Behavior: Rules for Genetics, Learning, and Signaling in Understanding and Fixing Behavioral Concerns – Karen Overall PhD, DVM
10. Owner Compliance, Age and Sex- Men and Women in Consults – Trish King CPDT, CDBC
11. Using Fun and Play to Modify and Solve Behavior Problems – Angelica Steinker CDBC, CAP2, NADOI
12. Speak Softly and Carry a Big Click: Cueing Demystified – Kathy Sdao MA, CAAB
13. Group Dynamics – The Key to Harmony - Cheryl Margaret Smith
14. Walkin’ the Walk – Leslie Nelson
15. March 2008 - The Business End of Dog Training by Veronica Boutelle
16. November
17, 2008 A day at Chris Vaught's House with Agility Trainer Elicia Calhoun AWESOME DAY! http://agilityinmotion.com/contents.html
*Books Studied
- Reaching the Animal Mind - The Clicker Training Method and What It Teaches Us About Animals by Karen Pryor 2009 http://www.reachingtheanimalmind.com/chapter_01.html- Dog Behavior, Evolution, and Cognition by Adam Miklosi Department of Ethology, Eotvos Lorand Universtiy, Budapest reprint 2008
- "Positive Perspectives - Know Your Dog, Train Your Dog" by Pat Miller CPDT, CDBC 2008
- BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Behavioral Medicine by Debra Horwitz, Daniel Mills & Sarah Heath 2002
- "Command Performance Training Techniques That Work" from The Whole Dog Journal 2007- "Scared Poopless The Straight Scoop on Dog Care" by Jan Rasmusen 2006
- "Foods Pets Die For Shocking Facts About Pet Food" by Ann N. Martin 2003
- "The Well Adjusted Dog" by Dr. Nicholas Dodman written in 2008- "Oh Behave! Dogs from Pavlov to Premack to Pinker" by Jean Donaldson written in 2008
- "My Dog Pulls. What Do I Do?" by Turid Rugaas 2005
- "Help For Your Fearful Dog" by Nicole Wilde CPDT written in 2006
- How Dogs Learn by Mary R. Burch, Ph.D. and Jon S. Bailey Ph.D.- All About Dog Daycare
- A Blueprint For Success by Robin K. Bennett
- If a Dog’s Prayers Were Answered Bones Would Rain From the Sky: Deepening Our Relationships with Dogs by Suzanne Clothier
- The Culture Clash by Jean Donaldson
- Evolution: The Triumph of an Idea by Carl Zimmer
- Click to Calm by Emma Parsons
- Visiting the Dog Park: Having Fun Staying Safe by Cheryl Smith- The Other End of the Leash: Why We Do What We Do Around Dogs by Patricia McConnell, PhD
- For the Love of a Dog: Understanding Emotion in You and Your Best Friend by Patricia McConnell, PhD
- Feeling Out numbered? How to Manage and Enjoy Your Multi-Dog Household by Patricia McConnell, PhD
- Dogs Bite but Balloons and Slippers are More Dangerous by Janis Bradley
- Ruff Love by Susan Garrett
- Dominance: Fact or Fiction by Barry Eaton
- Before You Get Your Puppy by Dr. Ian Dunbar
- How to Teach a New Dog Old Tricks by Dr. Ian Dunbar
- Dogs: A New Understanding of Canine Origin, Behavior and Evolution by Lorna Coppinger and Raymond Coppinger
- A Dog and a Dolphin 2.0: An Introduction to Clicker Training by Karen Pryor
- Help For Your Fearful Dog by Nicole Wilde, CPDT
- Aggression in Dogs by Brenda Aloff
- And more...
*Videos/DVDs-The Fundamentals of Animal Training by Bob Bailey, 5 hours of instruction- The How of Bow Wow, Karen Pryor- Clicker Fun, Dr. Deborah Jones- Dog-Dog Aggression, Patricia McConnell, PhD- Dog to Dog Aggression, Sue Sternberg- Dog Aggression BITING, Dr. Ian Dunbar- Puppy Kindergarten, Corally Burmaster- Take a Bow Wow, Virginia Broitman and Sherri Lippman- Give Them a Scalpel and They Will Dissect a Kiss: Dog Training Past, Present and Future, Dr. Ian Dunbar- Lassie Come! Patricia McConnell PhD- Sex and Aggression Secrets and Games - Four Day Instructors Workshop – May 2004, Dr. Ian Dunbar*Learning Secrets- Success With One Jump by Susan Garrett 2006- And more...FUTURE:- 2009 APDT Conference- January 16-17, 2010 Quicksilver Agility Club presents CHRIS ZINK, DVM COACHING THE CANINE ATHLETE® SEMINARSUBSCRPTIONS- APDT's Chronicle of the Dog http://apdt.com/- The Whole Dog Journal http://www.whole-dog-journal.com/For Fun- The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein- Still Life with Elephant by Judy Reene Singer
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- *Sly Fox Agility Training with Kim Munoz
- *Dog beds by Bones
- *Home Alone Pet Sitting, Dog Walking, Vet Express
- *Healthy Tails - Exceptional Pet Foods and Products
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