Training and Behavior Modification Techniques for Territorial Aggression in Dogs
A webinar with Debbie Martin, Januar 13, 7 pm CET
Training and Behavior Modification Techniques for Territorial Aggression in Dogs (estimate 1 hour not including Question and Answer)
Aggression directed toward unfamiliar people entering the home is a common behavior complaint of dog owners and it might be increasing due to the pandemic and a lack of visitors for a long period of time. Many pet owners are skeptical they will be able to make training progress because they do not (or are unable to) have many visitors. Great! Training needs to start without unfamiliar people in the home. This session will explore behavior modification strategies for safely, humanely, and effectively addressing aggression towards unfamiliar people in the home as part of a complete behavioral treatment plan.
Objectives:
- Define canine territorial aggression
- Identify the prevalence of territorial aggression
- List environmental management strategies to keep everyone safe and minimize the practice of the behavior.
- Recognize 3 behavior modification and training strategies for working with dogs displaying aggression toward unfamiliar people entering the home.
Debbie Martin is a Licensed Veterinary Technician in Texas and one of only 30 Veterinary Technician Specialist in Behavior (VTS-Behavior). She has been a full-time registered/licensed veterinary technician since 1996 and has been involved in the animal behavior and training field since 1998. She is a contributing author and co-editor of the textbook Canine and Feline Behavior for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses by Wiley-Blackwell. Debbie is the co-author of a book on normal development and training for dogs: Puppy Start Right: Foundation Training for the Companion Dog. Debbie’s combined experience in general practice and behavior specialty has fueled her passion for preventive behavior medicine and the Fear Free initiative. Debbie is honored to be a subject matter expert for Fear Free and Fear Free Happy Homes.
January 13, 7pm CET. Find your local time here.
The webinar will be recorded so that you can access the recording if you are prevented from participating live. The link for the recording will be sent by email within a few days after the webinar.
