DAYS ONE & TWO 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

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

Although designed as a stand alone, this course is ideally suited to those students who have some experience training and handling difficult dogs.

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
PLEASE LEAVE YOUR DOG AT HOME. No attendees' pet dogs are allowed in the seminar room. If you cannot leave your dog at home, your dog must be confined safely and quietly in your vehicle (weather permitting).

DOG ETIQUETTE
You are responsible for cleaning up after your dog. There are no excuses for not picking up after your dog EVERYWHERE.

PEOPLE ETIQUETTE
During the seminar and outdoor workshops, please turn off all cell phone and pager audio alerts. Please take all private conversations away from the area the speaker is presenting.

VIDEOTAPING
Please, no videotaping or audiotaping is permitted.

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.

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

REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Wednesday, April 5, 2006.

REFUND POLICY
Full refund issued if requested by email or phone no later than Wednesday April 5, 2006. Refunds requested after Wednesday, April 5th will be issued a 50% credit slip (less food purchases) that may be applied to future Puppyworks educational events. No refunds or credits after 12 Noon, Thursday, April 6, 2006.

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.

PARKING
There should be ample parking at the seminar location.

New York State Thruway (I 87) to Exit 19 Kingston (91 miles north of New York City or 51 miles south of Albany, NY). After toll, stay to the farthest right at the round-about, and follow signs for Route 28 to Route 209. After about 1/4 mile on Route 28 go through one light and almost immediately thereafter take Route 209 South in the direction of Ellenville. Stay on Route 209 South for exactly 13 miles, and just past Sparrow Hawk Bed and Breakfast, you will come to Rondout Valley Animals for Adoption on the right. Seminar will be held in the large blue training building closest to the road.