What is resource guarding? Is it treatable? Are all cases of resource guarding subject to behaviour modification? Resource guarding is characterized as an aggressive reaction towards a person and / or animal with the intent to protect a valued resource, such as food or toys, and one of the top 5 reasons owners choose to euthanize or surrender their dogs into the rescue system. Resource guarding reactions can range from mild, simply leaning over the item and refusing to give it up, to severe, disengaging from the item to attack the approaching individual. Identifying which type of guarding you are dealing with and isolating triggers is the first step but how do you know what cases are safe to work with and which techniques to apply? In addition to learning how to identify resource guarding this course is designed to provide individuals who work and live with dogs the necessary information they require to determine the type of resource guarding present, isolate triggers, design rehabilitation programs and learn preventative techniques. This seminar will delve into topics such as: The nature of resource guarding Assessing resource guarding & triggers Evaluating rehabilitation risks Realistic goal setting Identifying types of resource guarding Treatment suggestions Designing treatment programs Preventative measures

Sponsor:Georgian College
Speaker(s):Julie Speyer, Lisa Large

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 Phone: 705-835-3711
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