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Events Open to All
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APBC Annual Conference 2012
03/03/2012-03/03/2012
Venue:Kettering Conference Centre, Northants
Harnessing the power of the dog's nose
(or...There’s no business like ‘nose’ business!)
The Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors once again draws in the greatest expertise and cutting-edge research to put together its 2012 Annual Conference. A dog’s nose is one of the most underestimated and useful tools this species offers. The exciting, day-long conference programme covers every aspect of the dog’s sense of smell.
A unique day of learning; from the mechanics of the nose, to the practical nature of how it helps us, and dogs, work together. Speakers on every ‘scent subject’ include nosework in behaviour modification, pheromonal and calming effects, search and rescue as well as the latest research into scent for medical assistance.
The conference is designed for behaviour counsellors, veterinary professionals, trainers, rescue centre professionals and all those interested in learning about this valuable skill.
The dog’s nose knows no boundaries when it comes to working alongside this incredible companion species.
Programme
The dog's nose and how they use them (Dr John Bradshaw)
Police dog scent training for your own dog (David Ryan)
Search and rescue dogs (Harold Burrows MBE)
How to incorporate nosework in behaviour modification programmes (Julie Bedford)
Pheromonotherapy (Claire Hargrave)
Medical Detection Dogs - update (Claire Guest)
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Events for Veterinary Practices
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Make your practice behaviourally aware: canine separation related conditions
22/06/2012-22/06/2012
Venue:South Hill Park, Bracknell, Berks
Booking form:Click to downloadSpeakers: Claire Hargrave BSc (Hons), MSc, PGCE, C Sci, C CHem, MRSC, CCAB & Francesca Riccomini BSc (Hons), BVetMed, CCAB, MRCVS, DipAS (CABC)
Unraveling the evidence of problem behaviour that occurs when dogs are left alone can be tricky. Exactly what does the house soiling, destruction or vocalization when owners are out mean? This course aims to help reduce the challenge of these troublesome cases for busy general practice staff by examining the various categories into which problems of this nature are likely to fall, highlighting the emotional states underlying them, discussing ‘first aid’ measures and what needs to be done in the longer term.
One of a series of six events throughout 2012. Fees: £85 for single booking, or £75 for multiple events.
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Make your practice behaviourally aware: Aggression - its a dog bites dog world!
05/07/2012-05/07/2012
Venue:Kennel Club Building, Stoneleigh Park, Warks
Booking form:Click to downloadSpeaker: Claire Hargrave BSc (Hons), MSc, PGCE, C Sci, C CHem, MRSC, CCAB
Clients reporting aggression between household dogs can be describing an array of communication activities ranging from over enthusiastic play to potentially lethal encounters between household bitches. This course aims to examine the underlying motivations for dog to dog aggression, to examine the different ways in which it may manifest itself and to offer first aid advice to enable surgery staff to help owners to avoid an escalation in the problem.
One of a series of six events throughout 2012. Fees: £85 for single booking, or £75 for multiple events. -
Make your practice behaviourally aware: Update on psychopharmacology and neutraceuticals
14/09/2012-14/09/2012
Venue:Mere Golf and Country Club, Mere, Cheshire
Booking form:Click to downloadSpeaker: Sarah Heath BVSc, DIPECVBM-CA, MRCVS
Update on psychopharmacology and nutraceuticals. When dealing with behavioural cases it is important to accurately determine the underlying emotional state and work to alter it for the benefit of the patient. Drugs and nutraceuticals can be helpful adjuncts to behavioural modification in achieving this aim. This course will explore the options available to the vet in general practice and give information about modes of action and potential benefits as well as case selection for maximum benefit of their use.One of a series of six events throughout 2012. Fees: £85 for single booking, or £75 for multiple events.
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Make your practice behaviourally aware: Hormones and pheromones
12/10/2012-12/10/2012
Venue:South Hill Park, Bracknell, Berks
Booking form:Click to downloadSpeakers: Caroline Warnes BVSc, MSc, MRCVS & Claire Hargrave BSc (Hons), MSc, PGCE, C Sci, C CHem, MRSC, CCAB
Hormones and pheromones are important in the regulation and maintenance of normal behaviour as well as physiological and emotional homeostasis, however they can also be associated with problem behaviours. Focusing mainly on the cat and dog, this seminar will investigate the roles hormones and pheromones can play in the development of both normal and abnormal behaviours, and how understanding this may enable us to modify problem behaviours more effectively. It will look at the potential behavioural consequences of the more common endocrine disorders as well as some of the ways in which sex hormones and neutering can influence behaviour. It will also look at the role of pheromones in the creation and maintenance of problem behaviours and how they can be used most effectively to modify them.
One of a series of six events throughout 2012. Fees: £85 for single booking, or £75 for multiple events. -
Make your practice behaviourally aware: Feline house-soiling
09/11/2012-09/11/2012
Venue:Kennel Club Building, Stoneleigh Park, Warks
Booking form:Click to downloadSpeakers: Francesca Riccomini BSc (Hons), BVetMed, CCAB, MRCVS, DipAS (CABC) & Clare Wilson MA, Vet MB, DipCABC, MRCVS
House soiling is one of the most distressing problems with which cat owners struggle. Failure to resolve their difficulties can result in relinquishment or even euthanasia of misunderstood but otherwise satisfactory pets. Veterinary practices therefore have a vital role to play in early identification of such problems and in offering both appropriate immediate support and suitable longer term intervention, either in- house or by referral to a qualified feline behaviourist. Delegates will learn to distinguish between inappropriate marking behaviour and indoor toileting, to highlight the environmental and social factors contributing to the problem and to apply proven remedial measures specifically adapted to the individual circumstances to help resolve the problematic behaviour, which negatively affects the quality of life of all those concerned.
One of a series of six events throughout 2012. Fees: £85 for single booking, or £75 for multiple events.
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