Join McConnell in a benevolent, amusing and information-packed day that focuses on the behavior of the animals at BOTH ends of the leash. Beginning with an explanation of why WE do what we do around dogs, the day continues with a mix of training demonstrations, slides and video tapes. The seminar will hone your observational skills, not just in canine behavior, but in the tiny, but powerful changes we trainers make in our voice and our body. All of these changes have a profound effect on our dogs, and so the seminar's goal is to increase our understanding of the interplay between our behavior and that of our dogs.

Included in the day is a session on canine responses to different types of voice, and a session on how to use subtle changes in your body posture to improve your dogÕs recalls, her stays and her heeling. The seminar is chock full of hands-on exercises and demonstrations that lead to a dog who does what you ask, even if there is a rabbit across the street. If youÕd like to learn more about combining ethology and learning theory to have a happy, responsive dog (and to learn more about the chimp-like behavioral tendencies of dog owners!), then this seminar is for you.

What one of us in the world of dogs hasn't had to deal with aggression between dogs? Whether at the dog park, in the neighborhood or in your own living room, trouble between dogs can make a dog lover's life difficult, and sometimes even dangerous. This full day seminar focuses exclusively on how to evaluate, manage and treat social problems between dogs. Through slide and video analysis and work with demonstration dogs, we'll start by deconstructing how to judge a dog's internal state by it's visual signals. We'll discuss "The Truth About Dominance" and how it relates (and how it doesn't) to dog-dog interactions. The day includes a clear, practical step-by-step program for treating dogs who bark and lunge at other dogs, and a description of a curriculum for a "Feisty Fido Class". We'll also demonstrate how to condition reactive dogs to tolerate surprise greetings by unfamiliar dogs. The seminar will also include clear guidelines on how to diagnosis trouble between your dogs at home, and what steps owners can take to prevent, manage and treat it. If you'd like to expand your knowledge about handling multi-dog interactions, both between unfamiliar dogs and your dogs at home, don't miss this stimulating day of discussion, video and slide presentations. It will include lots of hands-on demonstrations on stage and methods that Dr. McConnell and her colleagues have used successfully for hundreds of dogs.

DOG STUFF
PLEASE LEAVE YOUR DOG AT HOME. No dogs attendees' pet dogs are allowed in the hotel meeting room. If you cannot leave your dog at home, your dog must be confined safely and quietly in your vehicle (weather permitting). Our main concern is that you consider the safety and comfort of your pet in a vehicle.

Pre-selected case study and demonstration dogs will be used during the weekend.

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

VIDEOTAPING/AUDIOTAPING POLICY
No videotaping or audiotaping is permitted. Your may order a videotape of this seminar filmed at another location.

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

CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY
A full refund will be issued if requested before Monday, September 22, 2003. Any refunds requested after September 22nd will be issued a 50% credit slip (excluding any food purchase) that may be applied to future Puppyworks educational events. All refunds must be requested by email or phone. No credits or refunds after 9:00 am on September 27th.

BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR
Metal or plastic chairs are available for seating. If you prefer more comfortable seating, we encourage you to bring your own chair. Please no oversized or high back chairs.

WYNDHAM LISLE
3000 Warrenville Rd
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 505-1000

The Wyndham Lisle is located just north of the "High Tech" East/West I-88 Tollway Corridor.

FROM THE NORTH: Take I-355 or I-294 to I-88 West. Take I-88 West to Naperville Rd exit.

FROM THE SOUTH: Take I-55 North to I-355 or I-57 to I-294 to I-88 West. Take I-88 West to Naperville Rd exit.

FROM THE WEST: Take I-88 to the Naperville Rd exit. From the East: Take I-290 from Chicago or I-294 from Indiana to I-88 West. Take I-88 West to Naperville Rd exit.

FROM O'HARE AIRPORT: Take I-90 east to I-294 south to I-88 west and exit Naperville Rd.

FROM NAPERVILLE RD EXIT: Exit Naperville Rd to the left. Proceed 1 block to Warrenville Rd and turn right. Hotel is 1/2 block on the left hand side of Warrenville Rd.

FROM MIDWAY AIRPORT: Go left on Cicero Ave heading north for approx 2 miles until you reach I-55. Access I-55 south to I-355 north to I-88 west. Continue on I-88 west for approx 1 1/2 miles to Route 53 south. Continue on Route 53 south to Warrenville Rd (first light on I-53) and turn right. Radisson is 2 miles away on your right.

WYNDHAM LISLE
3000 Warrenville Rd
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 505-1000

For HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS, you may contact the Radisson directly at (630) 505-1000 and ask for reservations. Mention PUPPYWORKS to receive our discounted rate of $79.00 per night. Make reservations on or before August 31st. to guarantee hotel rate listed.

For registration inquiries, contact:
events@puppyworks.com

For local information, contact:
Narnia
NarniaPets@aol.com