Dog-Harmony hosts "Learn to Talk Dog" presented by Debbie Revell, RN, Dip CABT, CDBD, ACCBD, on both June 20th at the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce and July 18th at the Comfort Inn in Niceville from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This seminar is ideal for veterinary employees, shelter employees and volunteers, and anyone actively working with dogs.
Summary:
Humans talk, dogs observe. Our dogs are giving us cues and signals with their body language all the time. However, most of the time we don’t recognize these signals. You will learn to recognize fearful vs aggressive canine body language and learn human body language basics too. We will discuss two myths that sabotage many human-canine relationships and steps to better communication. Come join us and learn how to ‘listen with your eyes’ and improve your understanding and communication with dogs. Videos and case studies will be presented.
Learning Objectives:
- Use a knowledge of canine language to better understand our dogs’ emotional states and predict what they may do next
- Recognize fearful vs aggressive body language
- Identify ten fear/stress signals dogs may use to communicate
- Learn six steps to better communication with your dog
- Understand human body language basics
- Recognize miscommunications between dogs and children and how they could lead to a growl, nip or bite
- Discuss two myths that sabotage many human-canine relationships
Space is limited to 45 attendees, so register today!
- Rescue/shelter employees and volunteers: admission is free of charge, but you must register to attend the seminar
- All others: $15 ticket
The "Learn to Talk Dog" offers continuing education credits for the following organizations:
- KP - 2.0 CEUs
- PPG - 1.5 CEUs
- IAABC - 1.5 CEUs
- CCPDT - 1.5 CEUs
