Canine Behaviour Foundation Course
Presented by Scotty Valadao - Founder Friends of the Dog
* Animal Behaviour Consultant (Canine) (ABC of SA™) * Registered Canine Behaviourist (SABCAP) * Tellington TTouch Practitioner * Puppy & Obedience Instructor (SAADOI) * Clicker Instructor * Veterinary Nutrition Advisor (VNA) * Louise L. Hay Facilitator |
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For further information please contact admin@fods.co.za for bookings - Credit Card Facilities available
This course is for anybody who is considering a career with dogs. It is presented at ‘grass roots’ level and will give you an excellent foundation from which to take your career forward, and put you in a position to undergo more in-depth training and studying. This course is recommended by the ABC of SA™.
Should you not have the time to undertake the full behaviour course; it can be done in consecutive modules, as detailed below. As long as the assignments in each module are completed and sent in for marking and comment, they will constitute part of the full behaviour course. Certification of successful completion of each module will be awarded.
On successful completion of all 3 modules, you will qualify as a Level 1 Canine Behaviourist (CBFC-FODS). You will receive mentoring for a full 3 month period after qualifying.
CBFC03 – Module 3 - ADULT DOG BEHAVIOUR 02
Comprehensive Theory
Practical Sessions
· The fee for this section is R1999 payable by way of a deposit of R500 on commencement and 3, 6 or 9 monthly instalments. Credit Card Facilities available. A 9 month period is allowed to complete the course.
Theoretical Content
Should you not have the time to undertake the full behaviour course; it can be done in consecutive modules, as detailed below. As long as the assignments in each module are completed and sent in for marking and comment, they will constitute part of the full behaviour course. Certification of successful completion of each module will be awarded.
On successful completion of all 3 modules, you will qualify as a Level 1 Canine Behaviourist (CBFC-FODS). You will receive mentoring for a full 3 month period after qualifying.
CBFC03 – Module 3 - ADULT DOG BEHAVIOUR 02
Comprehensive Theory
Practical Sessions
- 1 x Full Behaviour Session
- 5 x Skype or one-on-one behaviour sessions
- 3 x Behaviour Consults with full reports to clients required for qualification.
· The fee for this section is R1999 payable by way of a deposit of R500 on commencement and 3, 6 or 9 monthly instalments. Credit Card Facilities available. A 9 month period is allowed to complete the course.
Theoretical Content
Section 29 Re-active behaviour
(Although you are given information on Reactive Behaviour, consults should not be undertaken until Level 2 status achieved and no modifications given) General Types of Reactive behaviour Triggers Dr. Dunbar’s Bite Ratio Signs of Reactive Behaviour Section 30 - CD - Stereotypical Behaviour (Although you are given information on this topic, consults should not be undertaken until Level 2 status achieved and no modifications given) Classification of Abnormal Behaviour Behaviours Exhibited Breeds Social Training Changes in environment or circumstances Exercise and Life Spaces Stimulation and Enrichment Additional factors to be considered Interaction between dog and owner Section 31 - Medication in Behaviour Alternative Options Veterinary Medication |
Section 32 - How does diet impact on behaviour
General 5 Main Components required Additives & Preservatives Possible responses to ingredients in dog food Diet and the Brain Student research on raw versus commercial Section 33 - Death and Dying To Euthanasia or not Euthanasia Helping children with loss Assistance for grieving Section 34 -Canine Terminology & Behaviour Reports Canine Terminology Behaviour Reports 5 x Questionnaire’s Section 35 - Working with clients Referrals Client Enquiries Questionnaires Consults *The consult itself *Points to bear in mind *Body Language *Dealing with Conflict Report Vet’s Reports Files and Records Setting up a business |