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Canine Behaviour Shelter Course - FODS Shelter Initiative Practical & Theoretical Langebaan - Western Cape |
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We are delighted to announce the next shelter coming aboard in the Canine Behaviour Shelter Course and this time it will be hosted at Langebaan Animal Care in Langebaan. These courses are the first of its kind in SA and will provide an excellent foundation for anybody working in shelters or considering doing so. The Theory is done over a 6 month period and consists of both practical and theoretical sessions and presented by professionals in the canine field. There will be 6 Practical session. (click here for full CV).
These courses are aimed at providing education to those involved in shelters such as Volunteers - people walking shelter dogs - people looking at working or volunteering in a shelter - or for people that just want to know about dogs in general. The knowledge and the tools provided will improve the life of the dogs in shelters and as dogs will be better behaved, the chances of them being adopted will be improved. Students will also learn the tools to supply knowledge to new owners with all the basic information they will need to get off to a good start with the new addition to the family.
Students will receive certification on successful completion of the course which will be made up of the practical and theoretical sections.
We are delighted to announce the next shelter coming aboard in the Canine Behaviour Shelter Course and this time it will be hosted at Langebaan Animal Care in Langebaan. These courses are the first of its kind in SA and will provide an excellent foundation for anybody working in shelters or considering doing so. The Theory is done over a 6 month period and consists of both practical and theoretical sessions and presented by professionals in the canine field. There will be 6 Practical session. (click here for full CV).
These courses are aimed at providing education to those involved in shelters such as Volunteers - people walking shelter dogs - people looking at working or volunteering in a shelter - or for people that just want to know about dogs in general. The knowledge and the tools provided will improve the life of the dogs in shelters and as dogs will be better behaved, the chances of them being adopted will be improved. Students will also learn the tools to supply knowledge to new owners with all the basic information they will need to get off to a good start with the new addition to the family.
Students will receive certification on successful completion of the course which will be made up of the practical and theoretical sections.
The course consists of the following:-
Your Time Investment
Your Financial Investment
As this course is concentrated on dogs in shelters it will be offered at a special price, being R1800 which will be payable at R300 per month with no interest being charged – your initial payment will be a deposit of R300 to reserve your place and the balance of R1500 payable on a monthly basis of R300 from the end of the month following your deposit or by arrangement. Attendance will be limited to 10 participants (plus 2 from shelter) so that all participants receive the attention they deserve, so do book early to avoid disappointment.
- Practical - you are looking at 6 sessions on Friday, Saturday, Sunday 27th, 28th, 29th October and Friday, Saturday, Sunday the 3rd, 4th and 5th November. These will be held from 9.30a.m. until approximately 2.30p.m.
- Theoretical - the course is presented on-line and is very user friendly. At the end of each section there are a few questions to answer relating to the section you have just completed. At the end of each module there is a simple quiz based on the material you have just read. There is no research required or heavy assignments to complete. Theory opens in June 17 and you have 6 months to complete same.
Your Financial Investment
As this course is concentrated on dogs in shelters it will be offered at a special price, being R1800 which will be payable at R300 per month with no interest being charged – your initial payment will be a deposit of R300 to reserve your place and the balance of R1500 payable on a monthly basis of R300 from the end of the month following your deposit or by arrangement. Attendance will be limited to 10 participants (plus 2 from shelter) so that all participants receive the attention they deserve, so do book early to avoid disappointment.
Starting 2017
Dates and contents for practical sessions
The practical sessions will be held from 9.30a.m. to approximately 2.30 - 3.30p.m.
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Friday
Saturday Sunday Friday Saturday Sunday |
October
October October November November November |
27th
28th 29th 3rd 4th 5th |
Prac 1
Prac 2 Prac 3 Prac 4 Prac 5 Prac 6 |
Shelter Initiative Practical Contents -
Comprehensive notes are given on all the Practical Sessions
Dog Language - October 27th 2017
No dogs
The 5F’s of Behaviour ; How dogs communicate ; Calming Signals Signs of stress - Further Notes - Signs of possible reactive behaviour ; Common reasons why dogs bite ; You Tube Video on dog attacking a person.
Basic Exercises - October 28th 2017
Working with own dogs
Balance Lead, Super Balance Lead, On lead Recall, Free Walking, wait, and Down , Stand, Bite Inhibition, Leave Exercise, Changing Jumping Up, Swap Exercise. By working with their own dogs, participants can gain the necessary skills which will make working with the dogs in the shelter much easier.
Tellington TTouch - October 29th 2017
Working with your own dogs
History : What TTouch is comprised of : Basic TTouches. Noah's March, Ear work, Llama, Tarantulus, Zig Zags, Chimp & Baby Chimp, Clouded Leopard, Abalone, Lying Leopard, Python Lifts, Mouth and Tail Work. Not only does your own dog benefit from the TTouch, it gives you a chance to practice your new skills before working on dogs in the shelter.
Shelter Session 1 - Friday 3rd November 2017
working with shelter dogs
Safety, Calming Procedures - (calming dogs from outside the run ; calming dogs from inside the runs ; getting dogs to sit quietly and politely while collar and lead put on ; helping dogs to remain calm with exiting the run) Balance Lead, Super Balance Lead, On Lead Recall, Free Walking, Elements of TTouch brought in.
Shelter Session 2 - Saturday 4th November 2017
working with shelter dogs
Further practice based on work done previous session, plus Sit, Down, Stand, Bite Inhibition, Leave, Changing Jumping Up, Wait. Introducing strange dogs with minimum stress
Shelter Session 3 - Sunday 5th November
working with dogs in shelter in the morning
Morning - Working with fearful dogs - building confidence, desensitizing to people, objects etc. Preventing and changing resource guarding with Swap and Food Bowl Exercises
Afternoon - Away from shelter. How to prevent Separation Anxiety in shelter and change same, desensitizing a dog to a muzzle, using a head halter for professional pullers. Putting together a session for new owners prior to dog going home, ongoing assistance, questions and answers in general.
Comprehensive notes are given on all the Practical Sessions
Dog Language - October 27th 2017
No dogs
The 5F’s of Behaviour ; How dogs communicate ; Calming Signals Signs of stress - Further Notes - Signs of possible reactive behaviour ; Common reasons why dogs bite ; You Tube Video on dog attacking a person.
Basic Exercises - October 28th 2017
Working with own dogs
Balance Lead, Super Balance Lead, On lead Recall, Free Walking, wait, and Down , Stand, Bite Inhibition, Leave Exercise, Changing Jumping Up, Swap Exercise. By working with their own dogs, participants can gain the necessary skills which will make working with the dogs in the shelter much easier.
Tellington TTouch - October 29th 2017
Working with your own dogs
History : What TTouch is comprised of : Basic TTouches. Noah's March, Ear work, Llama, Tarantulus, Zig Zags, Chimp & Baby Chimp, Clouded Leopard, Abalone, Lying Leopard, Python Lifts, Mouth and Tail Work. Not only does your own dog benefit from the TTouch, it gives you a chance to practice your new skills before working on dogs in the shelter.
Shelter Session 1 - Friday 3rd November 2017
working with shelter dogs
Safety, Calming Procedures - (calming dogs from outside the run ; calming dogs from inside the runs ; getting dogs to sit quietly and politely while collar and lead put on ; helping dogs to remain calm with exiting the run) Balance Lead, Super Balance Lead, On Lead Recall, Free Walking, Elements of TTouch brought in.
Shelter Session 2 - Saturday 4th November 2017
working with shelter dogs
Further practice based on work done previous session, plus Sit, Down, Stand, Bite Inhibition, Leave, Changing Jumping Up, Wait. Introducing strange dogs with minimum stress
Shelter Session 3 - Sunday 5th November
working with dogs in shelter in the morning
Morning - Working with fearful dogs - building confidence, desensitizing to people, objects etc. Preventing and changing resource guarding with Swap and Food Bowl Exercises
Afternoon - Away from shelter. How to prevent Separation Anxiety in shelter and change same, desensitizing a dog to a muzzle, using a head halter for professional pullers. Putting together a session for new owners prior to dog going home, ongoing assistance, questions and answers in general.
