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Seminar	:	Sarah Kalnajs (Full Weekend Seminar)
Date	:	Saturday & Sunday August 14th & 15th, 2010
Time	:	9:00am - 5pm each day
Location	:	Dog Training Ireland Centre

We are delighted to confirm that Dog Training Ireland will be hosting a 2 day seminar event by Sarah Kalnajs of Blue Dog Training.

SATURDAY:

Canine Behavior Problems from Recognition to Resolution
Recognising the signals prior to an unwanted behaviour taking place requires an in depth understanding of canine body language. This topic presents how to interpret canine body language and discussions on common causative factors of behavior problems in dogs. Various common behavioural problems and an overview of treatment modalities are presented and discussed.

Puppies, Puppies, Puppies!
A very popular topic, this covers puppies from birth through neonatal and primary socialization periods, the super puppy and other common programs. A discussion of Sarah's research on puppy selection (myth vs. reality) and gives attendees a strong understanding of where the behavior they work to develop or modify begins. A key factor is understanding sensory systems and learning theory basics all of which are covered.

SUNDAY:

Treating Serious Aggression in Dogs
(Deconstructing the Growl) A look at both the science and the art of treating canine aggression from the initial phone conversation through a variety of treatment modalities (showing cases including resource guarding, dog-human aggression, leash reactivity, dog-dog aggression, OCD and other common problems)

About Sarah Kalnajs
Sarah Kalnajs B.A. / CDBC / CPDT Sarah Kalnajs is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants) and Certified Pet Dog Trainer (Certification Council for Pet Dog Trainers) with over ten years' experience working in canine behavior, training, and research. She is the owner of Blue Dog Training & Behavior in Madison, Wisconsin. Sarah is a professional member of the ABMA (Animal Behavior Management Alliance), APDT (Association of Pet Dog Trainers), IAABC (International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants), and the IIACAB (International Institute for Applied Companion Animal Behavior). She is one of the editors of the peer-reviewed Journal of Applied Companion Animal Behavior and is a member of the advisory board and faculty of the Companion Animal Sciences Institute. Sarah is also an instructor of courses on dog related topics for Raising Canine. Sarah is an honors graduate of the University of Wisconsin - Madison and has completed post-graduate work at Edgewood College and through the Kewalo Basin Marine Mammal Research Lab at the University of Hawaii. She is one of the first international students to complete the Canine Behavior Program conducted through the Etologisk Institute under the mentorship of Dr. Roger Abrantes in Denmark. Sarah is the producer of the popular and highly praised DVD series, "Language of Dogs" and "Am I Safe". In addition to her private practice, Ms. Kalnajs is president of Wisconsin American Eskimo Rescue and political liaison for the Wisconsin Dog Rescue Coalition as well as an Executive Committee Member of AAFMED (Arf's Angel Fund Medical Assistance) which provides financial aid to rescued pets in need of medical help. A popular speaker and freelance writer, Sarah presents seminars nationwide on topics relating to dog training and behavior. She has been interviewed by BBC radio, NBC television, Wisconsin Public Radio, Women's Health & Fitness magazine, and Honolulu magazine, and has written articles for APDT Chronicle of the Dog, Madison magazine, Allpets, and other publications. She has extensive experience as an expert witness in both civil and criminal litigation relating to dog aggression. Sarah serves as a consultant to a number of humane societies in Southern Wisconsin, training staff and implementing evaluation protocols and training and behavior programs. She is well known for her evaluation protocol (the Blue Dog Behavior Evaluation) as well as the Dog-Safe Waist Restraint System used by shelters and dog owners who need to evaluate or work with reactive, fearful or aggressive dogs. In addition to her work with dogs, Sarah has participated extensively in dolphin and humpback whale research. Sarah shares her home with eight dogs, two cats, and a very nice (and quite necessary) vacuum cleaner! To find out more about Sarah, go to http://www.bluedogtraining.com.


Who Should Attend this Seminar?
Rescue Centre Staff and Volunteers Dog Pound staff Trainers and behaviourists Rescue groups Anyone working with dogs or interested in canine training behaviour Students of Canine Training and Behaviour courses Veterinary staff Canine Care workers Kennel owners, kennel workers Owners of aggressive dogs Dog owners and those thinking of getting a dog

Cost:
2 days - €150 1 day - €90

Price includes:
Picnic Lunch (sandwiches/rolls). Please email us if you have specific dietary requirements. Tea/Coffee Handbook & Seminar Pack

Other information:
Please do not bring your dog(s) to the seminar. If you need boarding recommendations let us know. Parking is provided on-site Toilet Facilities available There has been huge interest in this seminar, so early booking is advised as places are limited Contact us by emailing info@dogtrainingireland.ie should you need any extra information.