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Do you want to add more to your toolbox in modifying behavior in aggressive dogs? There are many seminars that present on the topic of dog aggression and how to use behavior modification. But a key component missing is education on the nuts and bolts of handling dogs with aggression issues and how to keep yourself and others safe.
Michael Shikashio, CDBC and Trish Loehr, MSc, CPDT-KA, CDBC will be presenting a two-day workshop on safety, defensive handling, and the behavior modification techniques for aggressive dogs, at the Western Waukesha County Dog Training Club on May 20 and 21, 2017
Attendees will learn what is needed before working with aggressive dogs, gain hands-on experience in defensive handling and leash skills, and see videos of behavior modification in aggression cases.
This workshop is open to all trainers, behavior consultants, veterinarians, shelter staff, or anyone interested in learning more about dog aggression and how to stay safe. Newbies will learn a ton of skills that will allow them to remain safe. Seasoned veterans will discover new tools to add to their toolbox. Attendees will be practicing new skills during break-out sessions so they leave with skills already in place!
Saturday, May 20 - Dog to Human Aggression
* Presentation includes hands-on practice of defensive handling and leash skills
Understand the ramifications for dog bites
What to know before taking aggression cases
Canine body language including precursors to aggression
What to do BEFORE meeting with client
Additional safety measures to have in place
Safety and management equipment
How to set up an assessment room
How to take dogs in and out of kennels safely
Initial greetings in aggression cases with video examples
Defensive handling and leash skills including leash locks, muzzle wraps, back ties, accordion leash holds, and more
What to do if attacked by a dog
Presentation of "resource guarding" case in shelter environment
Presentation of case studies with video of dog to human aggression and how to choose appropriate tools and techniques
Sunday, May 21 - Dog to Dog Aggression
* Presentation includes hands-on practice of defensive handling and leash skills
Dog-dog interactions with video examples
Canine body language in dog-dog interactions including precursors to aggression
How to introduce dogs to each other in shelter and home environments
How to break up a dog fight
"Slash and dash" fight
"Gripping" fight
Leash handling skills when working dog-dog cases
Shelter dog playgroups
What to do with off leash dogs that approach the dog you?re handling
Presentation of case studies with video of dog to dog aggression and how to choose appropriate tools and techniques
Presentation of dog-dog aggression case in shelter environment
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