We examine the relationship that owners have with their dogs, defining what is meant by aggression as distinct from an aggressive display-- genetics, the role of the environment in development, breed traits and learning theories.

We look at dogs that are aggressive towards people: the reasons that this occurs, the categories of aggression and how we assess and measure behavior prior to and during a behavior program.

We then look at dogs that aggress towards other dogs and once again examine the reasons behind this behavior. Strategies for carrying out behavioral evaluations on dog/dog aggression are covered and also strategies for improving a dog's behavior.

FORMS OF AGGRESSION COVERED INCLUDE:

• Food Aggression
• Nervous Aggression Toward People
• Dog Aggression On Lead
• Dog Aggression Off Lead
• Possession Aggression
• Protective Aggression

We look at programs used in reversing aggressive behavior and also look at spontaneous recovery, allellomimetic behavior, the effect of hormones on aggressive behavior and the reduction of aggression through control training.

Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm with very brief breaks for am coffee or tea and pm soft drinks or water plus a short lunch period which will not provide enough time to go off premises.

John Rogerson is the founder and principle lecturer of the Northern Centre for Canine Behaviour. He is widely acclaimed as one of the world's leading trainer/behaviourists, having pioneered many of the techniques that have now become standard practice in behaviour therapy and training. John is the author of seven books and has produced two videos. John is in great demand as a training and behaviour consultant and in this capacity runs many courses worldwide to impart his skills and knowledge to others. The organisations that he has run courses for and lectured to include:

• Guide dogs for the Blind U.K and U.S.A
• Central Scottish police dogs
• U.S. Air force dog section
• Hearing dogs for the deaf
• Dog Aid
• Battersea dogs home
• The National Canine Defence League
• The Blue Cross
• The R.S.P.C.A.
• Illinois State Vet School
• Washington State Vet School
• Southampton University
• Glasgow University
• Warwick University
• The Indian National Kennel Club
• Canberra Dog Training Club

DOG STUFF
Due to space limitations and subject matter we will not be permitterd to have dogs in the meeting room.

PEOPLE ETIQUETTE
During the lectures, please turn off all cell phone and pager audio alerts. Please take all private conversations outside while the speakers are presenting.

BABIES
The presence of a baby is likely to be distracting to other participants, so we ask that you refrain from bringing any babies or very young children into the lecture hall.

VIDEOTAPING
No videotaping or audiotaping is permitted. A selection of videotapes and books will be available for sale

BOOKS & TOYS, ETC. FOR SALE
A selection of books, videos and toys will be available for sale.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Wednesday, November 3, 2010

REFUND POLICY
A full refund will be issued if requested by Wednesday, November 3. No refunds or credits issued after 12:00 pm on Thursday, November 4. All refunds must be requested by email or phone. There are no exceptions to this policy.

PARKING
There should be ample parking near the seminar location.

FROM H101 SOUTH:
Exit Bel Marin Keys Blvd., turn left at first light toward Bel Marin Keys Blvd., turn right at Bel Marin Keys Blvd. Humane Society is on your left.

FROM H101 NORTH:
Exit Bel Marin Keys Blvd., go east over the freeway. Humane Society is on your left at the first light.