Canine Aggression is a course that picks up where other courses stop. This is not a course for beginners as the problems of aggression are covered in some depth. A good background in practical handling and training would be helpful prior to attending this intensive course. Although designed as a stand alone course it is ideally suited to those students who have already studied dog behavior in some depth including handling aggressive dogs.

Workshop includes:

DAY ONE examines the relationship that owners have with their dogs and also looks at defining what is meant by aggression as distinct from an aggressive display. We examine genetics and the role that the environment plays in the development as well as the many and varied breed traits.

DAY TWO looks at dogs that are aggressive towards people and the reasons that this occurs. We also look at categorizing aggression and also examine how we assess and then measure behavior prior to and during a behavior program.

DAY THREE looks at dogs that aggressive towards other dogs and once again examines the reasons behind this behavior. Strategies for carrying out behavioral evaluations on dog/dog aggression area covered and also strategies for improving a dog's behavior.

DAY FOUR 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.

John Rogerson, founder and principle lecturer of the Northern Centre for Canine Behaviour is now widely acclaimed as the world's leading trainer/behaviourist, having pioneered the majority of techniques that have now become standard practice in behaviour therapy and training. John is the author of no fewer than seven books, 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.

John has recently been given the honour of being invited to sit on the committee of the Companion Animal Welfare Council, whose function is to advise Parliament on issues relating to companion animals in the U.K. John is a founder member of the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors and is the founder of Support Dogs and Dog Aid. John lives with his wife Moira, who is one of the greatest dog trainers in the world, in a converted pub in the North of England and both compete in working trials with their eight dogs. John has worked and qualified more different breeds in this sport than any other trainer and also participated in the first ever open agility competition in the world.

K-9 Insight is located adjacent to a doggie daycare, Planet Pooch. If you want to bring your dog you can take advantage of their daycare facility. To do so, your dog must have passed a temperament screening and spent one full day at the daycare prior to the workshop. Be sure to make arrangements for an "interview" at Planet Pooch well in advance as these appointments get filled very quickly! If you are interested call 650-364-7792 to make an appointment. Let the receptionist know that you are enrolled for the October John Rogerson Aggression Workshop at K-9 Insight and you will receive a 10% discount on the daycare and the "interview" for free (regular price $10).

DOG STUFF
Dogs may lay by your chair in the seminar room as long as they remain quiet, leashed and under control at all times. Due to limited space no crates will be allowed at the workshop. This is not a working seminar for your dog. Only shelter dogs will be used in the workshop.

If your dog can't be remain quiet, please don't bring your dog. Any dog that is disruptive or behaves in an aggressive manner as determined by event staff will be requested to leave. Any dog that has "personal space issues" is not allowed in the seminar room. Remember chairs are right next to each other and people and dogs may be stepping over your dog. It is not a nice experience to be snarled at when dogs/people have to walk "over" your dog.

DAYCARE ETIQUETTE
When at the facility please DO NOT approach windows and gates where the dogs at the daycare are held.

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

LUNCH: You are on your own each day for lunch. They are plenty of eateries in the area. You may also bring your own food and eat at the facility. John Rogerson prefers a short 30 minute lunch break and end 4:00 pm each day.

VIDEOTAPING/AUDIOTAPING POLICY: No videotaping or audiotaping is permitted.

CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY: A full refund issued if requested by email or phone no later than Friday, September 26th. Refunds requested after Friday, September 26th but before Wednesday, October 16th will be issued a refund less $100.00. Refunds requested after October 16th will be issued a 50% credit slip that may be applied to future Puppyworks educational events. All refunds must be requested by email or phone. There are no exceptions to this policy. No refunds or credits after 9:00 am on October 23rd.

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.

The building has a blue awning and the name Planet Pooch on the front. Our office and training facility where the workshop is being held is located through the black iron gate in the driveway, on the right hand side of the breezeway, inside the purple door with the K-9 Insight sign.

On Thursday and Friday morning you will hit rush hour traffic in some areas. Be sure to leave yourself plenty of time for traveling and parking. You may park anywhere on Kaynyne Ave and surrounding streets. Do not park in the driveway.

MAP

Directions from Oakland Airport: Exit the airport ontoÊI-880 South for approximately 10 to 12 miles to Highway 92 East, San Mateo Bridge (Note:Ê $2.00 toll).Ê Approximately two miles after the end of the bridge, merge onto Highway 101 South (toward San Jose).Ê Continue South on 101 approximately 7 miles to the Woodside Road exit in Redwood City. Take the right fork on the off ramp so you are going west to Woodside Road (NOT Seaport Blvd.), turn left on Broadway which is the light right at the end of the off ramp.Ê Turn right at the first stop sign, Charter Street, go one block, turn left again at the next stop sign, Bay St., then take the first right, Kaynyne.Ê We will be on your left hand side, about halfway up the block.

Directions from San Francisco International Airport: Exit the airport onto Highway 101 South toward San Jose.Ê Continue South on 101 approximately 13 miles to the Woodside Road exit in Redwood City. Take the right fork on the off ramp so you are going west to Woodside Road (NOT Seaport Blvd.), turn left on Broadway which is the light right at the end of the off ramp.Ê Turn right at the first stop sign, Charter Street, go one block, turn left again at the next stop sign, Bay St., then take the first right, Kaynyne.Ê We will be on your left hand side, about halfway up the block.

Directions From San Jose International Airport: Exit the airport to Highway 101 North (toward San Francisco).Ê Continue North on 101 approximately 18 miles to the Woodside Road exit in Redwood City. Take the left fork on the off ramp so you are going west to Woodside Road (NOT Seaport Blvd.), turn left on Broadway which is the second light after the exit.Ê Turn right at the first stop sign, Charter Street, go one block, turn left again at the next stop sign, Bay St., then take the first right, Kaynyne.Ê We will be on your left hand side, about halfway up the block.Exit the airport to Highway 101 North (toward San Francisco).

Inns of America
(650) 631-0777
Allows dogs, $50 security deposit required.

Best Western
(650) 366 5794
No dogs allowed. This is the closest to K-9 Insight.

Comfort Inn
(650) 599-9636
No dogs allowed.

Good Nite Inn
(650) 365-5500
No dogs allowed.

Hampton Inn
(650) 299-0909
No dogs allowed.

For any inquiries, contact:
events@puppyworks.com