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Module 1 Section 8
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After the pup comes home
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Module 1 Section 9
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Prevention of Problem Behaviour & Exercises to Teach
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What exercises to teach a pup
Prevention of Separation anxiety Prevention of Resource Guarding Prevention of Jumping Up Prevention of Barking Prevention of Digging Preventing Begging Hugging – preventing reactive behaviour Preventing excessive licking |
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Module 1 Section 10
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Children and Dogs
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Preparing the child for interacting with dogs
Preparing the dog to interact with children Approaching strange dogs Parents helping children and dogs to be successful In the case of a possible dog attack What is the best dog for kids Preparing an existing dog for the arrival of a baby |
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Module 1 Section 11
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Pups with potential problems
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Signs of Potential problems
Unbalanced Pups -How does this behaviour occur Counter Conditioning & Desensitization Fear at Puppy School Pups fearful of traffic Fear of the vet Fear of people |
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Module 1 Section 12
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Adolescence
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What physical changes occur
What behaviour changes can be expected Fear Behaviour Hyper Active behaviour Internal relationship changes between dogs Reactive behaviour towards strange dogs Reactive behaviour towards people Humping, Mounting and Marking What can owner do about adolescence |
Comprehensive Theory Module 2 - Sections 13 - 27
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Module 2 Section 13
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Adult dogs – why do behaviour problems start
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Why do behaviour problems occur
Dog’s Need/General points to consider Possible contributing causes of problem behaviour Pain and Illness Fear Selection Social Training Changes in environment or circumstances Exercise and Life Spaces Stimulation and Enrichment Additional factors regarding problem behaviour to be considered More factors with reference to interaction between dog and owner |
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Module 2 Section 14
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Adult Dogs – House Rules
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Human/Canine Social Structure
Consistency Extinction Burst Spontaneous Recovery Ignoring dog when arriving home Demanding Attention-attention seeking behaviour Work to Earn NRM-Non Reward Marker Food Bowl Exercises Furniture Beds, Chairs Professional Pullers & Halti What to do if a dog won’t move |
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Module 2 Section 15
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Adult Dogs – Lead Pulling
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Why do dogs pull on lead
Can pulling damage a dog Equipment Loose Lead Walking Owners Position Training a dog to settle while putting on equipment Loose Lead Walking Balance Lead Lead Stroking Professional Pullers & Halti What to do if a dog won’t move |
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Module 2 Section 15a
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Collar and Lead Problems
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Putting collar on fearful dog
Putting a lead on a fearful dog Using the harness instead Dogs that spin |
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Module 2 Section 16
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Adult Dogs – Jumping Up
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Why does this behaviour happen
Modifications Addition al problems that can occur |
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Module 2 Section 17
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Adult Dogs-Attention Seeking Beh
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General
Attention Seeking Behaviours Modifications |
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Module 2 Section 17a
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Adult Dogs - Attention Seeking Beh Dogs kept Outside
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General
Attention Seeking Behaviours normally seen Modifications |
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Module 2 Section 17b
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Over Attachment-Over Dependency towards people
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General
Modifications |
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Module 2 Section 17c
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Over Dependency – Over Attachment between dogs
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General
Modifications |
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Module 2 Section 17d
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Separation Anxiety
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General
Degrees and examples Signs of separation anxiety Why & How does this behaviour develop |
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Module 2 Section 18
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Stealing, Pica, Philia & Coprophagia
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Counter Stealing
Pica Philia Coprophagia |
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Module 2 Section 19
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Mouthing & Nipping
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General
What causes & Contributes to this behaviour Modifications What not to do |
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Module 2 Section 20
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Adult Dogs-Mounting, Humping & Masturbation
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General and Causes
Medical Reasons Masturbation Human Mounting Dog on dog Mounting |
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Module 2 Section 21
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Adult Dogs – Excessive Barking
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General
Different types of barks Modifications |
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Module 2 Section 22
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Adult Dogs - Digging
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General
Modifications Breed Related Digging |
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Module 2 Section 23
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Adult Dogs – Resource Guarding
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Resource Guarding – What is it?
Why does this behaviour happen? Modifications – dogs guarding food bowls towards people Modifications – dogs guarding toys/objects towards people |
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Module 2 Section 24
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Adult Dogs – Storm Fear Phobia
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General
What causes this condition? Can this condition be prevented? Is this condition genetic? What age does it start? Signs of Storm fear Modifications Standard Modifications – Further Suggestions Medications |
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Module 2 Section 24a
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Adult Dogs – Firework and Noise Phobia
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General
Modifications |
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Module 2 Section 25
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Adult Dogs – Escape Artists
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Reasons why behaviour occurs
Types of escaping that can be found and management of same Modifications |
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Module 2 Section 26
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Adult Dogs – Chasing Behaviour
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What is Prey Drive and which Groups are more prone to it?
Why does excessive chasing occur? Modifications |
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Module 2 Section 27
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Adult Dogs – hyperactive/OTT
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General
Factors that could contribute to the behaviour Modifications |
Comprehensive Theory Moule 3 Section 28 - 44
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Module 3 Section 28
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Reactive Behaviour
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General
Types of Reactive Behaviour Triggers Dr. Dunbar’s Bite Ratio Signs of Reactive Behaviour |
n.b. Reactive (Aggressive and OCD Behaviour
you will be taught how to recognize these behaviours and the various types, triggers etc, but will NOT be taught the modifcations how to change same. This is far too dangerous for a novice and this is only undertaken in our advanced Level 2 course. To attend this course Level 1 must have been undertaken and student having been working in the industry for a full 12 month period.
you will be taught how to recognize these behaviours and the various types, triggers etc, but will NOT be taught the modifcations how to change same. This is far too dangerous for a novice and this is only undertaken in our advanced Level 2 course. To attend this course Level 1 must have been undertaken and student having been working in the industry for a full 12 month period.
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Module 3 Section 29
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OCD/Stereotypical
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Classification of Abnormal Behaviour
Behaviours Exhibited Breeds |
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Module 3 Section 30
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Medication in Behaviour
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Alternative Options
Vet Meds |
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Module 3 Section 31
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How diet impacts on behaviour
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General
5 Main Components required Additives & Preservatives Possible responses to ingredients in dog food Diet and the Brain Student research on raw versus commercial |
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Module 3 Section 32
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Shelter Dogs
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Helping a client to choose a dog from a shelter or advise them
Assessment in the run Assessment outside the run Taking the dog home – twilight or honeymoon period Dog wont settle – what now? Some basic exercises to help dogs in shelters |
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Module 3 Section 33
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Death and Dying
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To Euthanasia or not
Euthanasia 5 Stages of grief Helping children with loss Assistance for grieving |
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Module 3 Section 34
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Working with clients
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Referrals
Client Enquiries Questionnaires Consults *The consult itself *Points to bear in mind *Body language *Dealing with conflict Reports Vet’s Reports Files and Records Setting up a business |
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Module 3 Section 35
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Practical Session
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Questionnaires and reports
(6 questionnaires) |
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Module 3 Section 36
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Questionnaires & Skype
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3 x Questionnaires
Skype session based on questionnaires |
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Module 3 Section 37
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Questionnaires & Skype
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3 x Questionnaires
Skype session based on questionnaires |
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Module 3 Section 38
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Practical Session
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2 x full behaviour sessions
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Module 3 Section 39
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Client Report Masters
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House Rules
Jumping Up Lead Pulling |
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Module 3 Section 40
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Client Report & Skype
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1 x Questionnaire
1 x Client full report 1 x skype session on above |
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Module 3 Section 41
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Client Report Masters
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Resource guarding food bowl
Humping Digging |
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Module 3 Section 42
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Client Scenarios
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Questions and answers based on working with clients
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Module 3 Section 43
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Client Report & Skype
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1 x Questionnaire
1 x Client full report 1 x Skype session on above |
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Module 3 Section 44
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Client Scenarios
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Questions and answers based on working with clients.
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The Nervous System
The Dog’s Brain
The Cerebrum
Limbic System
The Midbrain
The Spinal Cord
Autonomic Nervous System
The Dog’s anatomy
The Dog’s senses
The Psychology of Emotions
The Dog’s Brain
The Cerebrum
Limbic System
The Midbrain
The Spinal Cord
Autonomic Nervous System
The Dog’s anatomy
The Dog’s senses
The Psychology of Emotions
Final section of the course - student will submit 3 Case Studies based on working with three separate clients with dogs with different behaviour problems.