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Instructor Training Course: Complex Families
July 17-19, 2009
with Pia Silvani CPDT, CABC (Sat. & Sun.)
and Parvene Farhoody CPDT (Fri. evening guest speaker)
Corwall-on-Hudson, NY
July 17-19, 2009
with Pia Silvani CPDT, CABC (Sat. & Sun.)
and Parvene Farhoody CPDT (Fri. evening guest speaker)
Corwall-on-Hudson, NY
Friday Night: Complex Problems Made Easy
(7:00 – 8:30PM) w/Parvene Farhoody
When called in to solve a behavior problem, step one is always to define the actual behavior you’re trying to change. But how much information do you really need in order to identify a behavior problem, and how can you really help your client understand the problem and how to solve it?
Valuable treatment time is often spent on speculation and assumptions about behavior instead of getting the necessary behavior change your client will need to see in order to believe in and stick to your plan. Every behavior plan's success is dependent on multiple factors, which a good trainer is always assessing: Does the client understand what behavior they are looking for and can they reinforce it? Does the dog understand what it is we want him to do? If the client can’t get the behavior by the time you walk out that door, compliance will decrease with each passing day.
Parvene will share strategies for becoming quick and efficient at targeting and working on behavior problems that lead to more effective behavior change, more owner compliance and a more successful business.
(7:00 – 8:30PM) w/Parvene Farhoody
When called in to solve a behavior problem, step one is always to define the actual behavior you’re trying to change. But how much information do you really need in order to identify a behavior problem, and how can you really help your client understand the problem and how to solve it?
Valuable treatment time is often spent on speculation and assumptions about behavior instead of getting the necessary behavior change your client will need to see in order to believe in and stick to your plan. Every behavior plan's success is dependent on multiple factors, which a good trainer is always assessing: Does the client understand what behavior they are looking for and can they reinforce it? Does the dog understand what it is we want him to do? If the client can’t get the behavior by the time you walk out that door, compliance will decrease with each passing day.
Parvene will share strategies for becoming quick and efficient at targeting and working on behavior problems that lead to more effective behavior change, more owner compliance and a more successful business.
Saturday & Sunday w/Pia Silvani
(9:00AM – 4:30PM)
Most professional dog trainers and consultants will agree that one of the most challenging aspects of their job is working with the people. Whether the household is a single person or an extended family with children there are almost always complications. The reality of most “dog problems” is that there are time constraints, limited resources, and complex family dynamics that impact the dog’s behavior and the treatment options. These forces can inhibit progress, undermine compliance, and create frustration for client as well as professional.
We need to learn to work with our clients to maximize our ability to help them and their ability to learn. Are we looking at their needs, understanding their motivations and ready to deal with setbacks and limitations? This weekend will cover several aspects of getting families to comply – not an easy task. We will take basic learning concepts and apply it to people to achieve success. This is our goal with dogs - - it should be the same for our clients. One-half day will be dedicated to dealing with dogs and children. We need to get children involved in the training process since “it’s their dog!” Pia will discuss how children can be contributing to the problem, management for both dog and child, as well as give you ideas on how to use play as a means of resolving behavior problems in both.
(9:00AM – 4:30PM)
Most professional dog trainers and consultants will agree that one of the most challenging aspects of their job is working with the people. Whether the household is a single person or an extended family with children there are almost always complications. The reality of most “dog problems” is that there are time constraints, limited resources, and complex family dynamics that impact the dog’s behavior and the treatment options. These forces can inhibit progress, undermine compliance, and create frustration for client as well as professional.
We need to learn to work with our clients to maximize our ability to help them and their ability to learn. Are we looking at their needs, understanding their motivations and ready to deal with setbacks and limitations? This weekend will cover several aspects of getting families to comply – not an easy task. We will take basic learning concepts and apply it to people to achieve success. This is our goal with dogs - - it should be the same for our clients. One-half day will be dedicated to dealing with dogs and children. We need to get children involved in the training process since “it’s their dog!” Pia will discuss how children can be contributing to the problem, management for both dog and child, as well as give you ideas on how to use play as a means of resolving behavior problems in both.
Prerequisite: A strong background in learning theory and general dog behavior
14.5 CEUs for CPDTs
13.5 CEUs for IAABC
For complete information go to www.dogsofcourse.com or contact Dana Crevling at 508/529-3568, M -F 8am - 7pm EST or Crevling@...
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