description

Learning objectives:

1. To introduce physical handling to dogs in an effective and respectful manner.
2. To establish in dogs a strong positive conditioned emotional response to being touched and handled.
3. To help students understand the importance and value of cooperation and consent over coercion and force.

syllabus

• The power of classical conditioning
• Being still and waiting
• Introducing touch and handling
• Preparing for common procedures, at home and at the vet