Focus on Behaviour ( a 2 lecture series)

Course overview

Lecture 1: Why did the Dog Bite? Understanding Canine Aggression LECTURE ABSTRACT: Aggression is a leading cause of the relinquishment of dogs to shelters and is the most common presenting complaint to Veterinary Behaviourists. Like any medical problem, the first step is to understand what is happening and why. With behaviour problems, this means determining the motivation for the performance of the behaviour. This lecture will discuss how clinicians can understand the dog's motivation for the behaviours, review differential diagnoses, and discuss the three main components of a behavioural treatment plan. Lecture 2: What if they don't come back? Treating Separation Anxiety LECTURE ABSTRACT: Separation related-distress results in significant emotional and physical consequences for both the pet and the family. This lecture will review our current understanding of the etiologies of separation anxiety, discuss how to make the diagnosis, and review the components of a comprehensive treatment plan.