THURSDAY - SATURDAY
October 8-10 , 2026
Livestream & OnDemand
Up To 30 CEUs for CCPDT
(Click Below for Details & Other Credentialed Organizations)
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IN A NUTSHELL
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Attend Online, In-Person or Watch Later
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43 Renowned Speakers
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40 Groundbreaking Sessions
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Exchange Ideas with a Community of your Peers
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All Sessions are Recorded and Available OnDemand
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Sessions on the Main Stage are Broadcasted Live
UP TO 30 CEUS for CCPDT
Up t0 36 CEUs for IAABC
Livestream & OnDemand Fee
Individual $275.00
Groups of 5+ $247.50
SPEAKERS & THEIR SESSIONS
Get ready for a powerhouse lineup of canine innovators!
Five Tracks, One Holistic Vision.
The CANIS agenda is organized around FIVE CORE TRACKS, each representing a key pillar of canine care:
TRAINING TRACK SESSIONS
Annie Grossman
Helping Clients Understand the Science of Training!
Thursday, October 8
EST: 11:45 AM
CENTRAL: 10:45 AM
MOUNTAIN: 9:45 AM
PST: 8:45 AM
Aaron Louis
The Foundation of the Dog-Human Relationship!
Saturday, October 10
EST: 11:45 AM
CENTRAL: 10:45 AM
MOUNTAIN: 9:45 AM
PST: 8:45 AM
Dr. Marsha Penner
How a Dog's Brain Learns from Rewards & Punishment!
Thursday, October 8
EST: 3:15 PM
CENTRAL: 2:15 PM
MOUNTAIN: 1:15 PM
PST: 12:15 PM
Dr. Lore Haug
The Physiology & Behavioral Science of Exercise!
Friday, October 9
EST: 3:15 PM
CENTRAL: 2:15 PM
MOUNTAIN: 1:15 PM
PST: 12:15 PM
Dr. Tim Lewis
The Biology Behind Canine Behavior!
Friday, October 9
EST: 10:00 AM
CENTRAL: 9:00 AM
MOUNTAIN: 8:00 AM
PST: 7:00 AM
Sonia Fetherling
Trade Secrets to Transforming Resource Guarding!
Friday, October 9
EST: 11:45 AM
CENTRAL: 10:45 AM
MOUNTAIN: 9:45 AM
PST: 8:45 AM
Tabitha Kucera
The Power of Food & Non-Food Distractions in Veterinary Care!
Saturday, October 10
EST: 10:00 AM
CENTRAL: 9:00 AM
MOUNTAIN: 8:00 AM
PST: 7:00 AM
BEHAVIOR TRACK SESSIONS
Dr.Kristina Spaulding
Addressing Behavior Through a Stress & Resilience Framework!
Thursday, October 8
EST: 3:15 PM
CENTRAL: 2:15 PM
MOUNTAIN: 1:15 PM
PST: 12:15 PM
Helen St. Pierre
Quality of Death for Behavior Euthanasia!
Friday, October 9
EST: 11:45 AM
CENTRAL: 10:45 AM
MOUNTAIN: 9:45 AM
PST: 8:45 AM
Dr. Lore Haug
Gut Microbiome & its Influence on Development & Behavior!
Saturday, October 10
EST: 10:00 AM
CENTRAL: 9:00 AM
MOUNTAIN: 8:00 AM
PST: 7:00 AM
Dr Colleen Quinn
My Dog's Behavior: Based on Medical Problems, Behavior Issues or Just Being a Dog?
Saturday, October 10
EST: 3:15 PM
CENTRAL: 2:15 PM
MOUNTAIN: 1:15 PM
PST: 12:15 PM
SCIENCE & VET TRACK SESSIONS
Dr. Monique Udell
How Research on Human & Animal Relationships can Transform a Dog's Life!
Thursday, October 8
EST: 11:45 AM
CENTRAL: 10:45 AM
MOUNTAIN: 9:45 AM
PST: 8:45 AM
Dr. Lisa Gunter
Designing Research Studies about Dog Training Methods!
Thursday, October 8
EST: 3:15 PM
CENTRAL: 2:15 PM
MOUNTAIN: 1:15 PM
PST: 12:15 PM
Dr. Erica Feuerbach
Emotions, Dopamine & Training. Why Parsimony isn't just for Scientists!
Friday, October 9
EST: 11:45 AM
CENTRAL: 10:45 AM
MOUNTAIN: 9:45 AM
PST: 8:45 AM
Dr. Abbie Atteberry
Shelter Population Management that Minimizes Behavior Challenges!
Saturday, October 10
EST: 10:00 AM
CENTRAL: 9:00 AM
MOUNTAIN: 8:00 AM
PST: 7:00 AM
Dr. Lisa Gunter
Current & Future Directions of Foster Care Programs In Shelters!
Saturday, October 10
EST: 3:15 PM
CENTRAL: 2:15 PM
MOUNTAIN: 1:15 PM
PST: 12:15 PM
SHELTER & RESCUE TRACK SESSIONS
Dr. Abbie Atteberry
Animal Behavior Medications in Shelters!
Thursday, October 8
EST: 11:45 AM
CENTRAL: 10:45 AM
MOUNTAIN: 9:45 AM
PST: 8:45 AM
Ferdi Yau
Arousal Reduction Strategies for Shelter Dogs!
Thursday, October 8
EST: 3:15 PM
CENTRAL: 2:15 PM
MOUNTAIN: 1:15 PM
PST: 12:15 PM
Kiyoka Tamesue
Enhancing Welfare & Outcomes for Dogs in Sanctuary Environments!
Friday, October 9
EST: 11:45 AM
CENTRAL: 10:45 AM
MOUNTAIN: 9:45 AM
PST: 8:45 AM
Ferdi Yau
Supporting Dogs in Unpredictable & Stressful Environments!
Saturday, October 10
EST: 11:45 AM
CENTRAL: 10:45 AM
MOUNTAIN: 9:45 AM
PST: 8:45 AM
SPORTS TRACK SESSIONS
Denise Fenzi
Contact Healing: A Simple Tool for Complex Behavior!
Thursday, October 8
EST: 11:45 AM
CENTRAL: 10:45 AM
MOUNTAIN: 9:45 AM
PST: 8:45 AM
Crystal Wing
Maintaining Optimal Arousal Levels in Dogs!
Friday, October 9
EST: 10:00 AM
CENTRAL: 9:00 AM
MOUNTAIN: 8:00 AM
PST: 7:00 AM
Karen Deeds
Multiple Marker System: It's Not Just for Sports
Anymore!
Friday, October 9
EST: 4:45 PM
CENTRAL: 3:45 PM
MOUNTAIN: 2:45 PM
PST: 1:45 PM
Denise Fenzi
Striving for Harmony in Real-World Training Choices!
Saturday, October 10
EST: 11:45 AM
CENTRAL: 10:45 AM
MOUNTAIN: 9:45 AM
PST: 8:45 AM
Julie Flanery
Introduction to Rally-FrEe: Tricks, Teamwork & Titles!
Thursday, October 8
EST: 11:45 AM
CENTRAL: 10:45 AM
MOUNTAIN: 9:45 AM
PST: 8:45 AM
Kim Palermo
Control Unleashed Patterns for Every Dog!
Friday, October 9
EST: 10:00 AM
CENTRAL: 9:00 AM
MOUNTAIN: 8:00 AM
PST: 7:00 AM
Sara Brueske
Control Games for All Dog Sports!
Friday, October 9
EST: 6:30 PM
CENTRAL: 5:30 PM
MOUNTAIN: 4:30 PM
PST: 3:30 PM
Dr. Amy Cook
Reducing Street Fear & Anxiety through Social Play!
Saturday, October 10
EST: 3:15 PM
CENTRAL: 2:15 PM
MOUNTAIN: 1:15 PM
PST: 12:15 PM
Karen Deeds
Using Learning Theory Responsible. Leash & Collar Conditioning!
Thursday, October 8
EST: 3:15 PM
CENTRAL: 2:15 PM
MOUNTAIN: 1:15 PM
PST: 12:15 PM
Dr. Amy Cook
Conquering Noise Sensitivity!
Friday, October 9
EST: 11:45 AM
CENTRAL: 10:45 AM
MOUNTAIN: 9:45 AM
PST: 8:45 AM
Crystal Wing
Play as Behavior & Building Relationships!
Saturday, October 10
EST: 10:00 AM
CENTRAL: 9:00 AM
MOUNTAIN: 8:00 AM
PST: 7:00 AM
Sara Brueske
Using Food Reinforcers to Build Great Toy Play!
Saturday, October 10
EST: 6:30 PM
CENTRAL: 5:30 PM
MOUNTAIN: 4:30 PM
PST: 3:30 PM
Sara Brueske
High Flying Foundations: Intro to Disc Dog!
Thursday, October 8
EST: 3:15 PM
CENTRAL: 2:15 PM
MOUNTAIN: 1:15 PM
PST: 12:15 PM
Ashley Escobar
Strengthening a Dog's Shoulders, Paws & Core!
Friday, October 9
EST: 11:45 AM
CENTRAL: 10:45 AM
MOUNTAIN: 9:45 AM
PST: 8:45 AM
N & M McManus
Building Better Nose Work Teams through Games!
Saturday, October 10
EST: 10:00 AM
CENTRAL: 9:00 AM
MOUNTAIN: 8:00 AM
PST: 7:00 AM
Wendy Krehbiel
Putting Nose Work Training into High Gear!
Thursday, October 8
EST: 3:15 PM
CENTRAL: 2:15 PM
MOUNTAIN: 1:15 PM
PST: 12:15 PM
Julie Flanery
The Power of Touch: Targeting with a Twist!
Friday, October 9
EST: 4:45 PM
CENTRAL: 3:45 PM
MOUNTAIN: 2:45 PM
PST: 1:45 PM
Kim Palermo
Enrichment Trasformed with ACE Free Work!
Saturday, October 10
EST: 10:00 AM
CENTRAL: 9:00 AM
MOUNTAIN: 8:00 AM
PST: 7:00 AM
LIVE BROADCAST SCHEDULE
Main Stage sessions will be live-streamed in real time. All other sessions will be accessible as recordings once they are published, ensuring you have access to the full educational experience at your convenience.
Thursday, October 8
EST: 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Central: 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Mountain: 7:30 AM – 8:00 AM
PST: 6:30 AM – 7:00 AM
Welcome to CANIS!
Michael Shikashio
Livestream / Main Stage
EST: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Central: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Mountain: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
PST: 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Opening Keynote with Dr. Chris Pachel and Chirag Patel!
Dr. Chris Pachel, Chirag Patel
Training Stage / Behavior Stage / Shelter and Rescue Stage / Dog Sports Stage / Science and Vet Stage / Livestream / Main Stage
EST: 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM
Central: 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM
Mountain: 9:45 AM – 11:15 AM
PST: 8:45 AM – 10:15 AM
Mapping Out a “Good Life”: 3 Global Perspectives on Canine Welfare
Kim Brophey, Kapil Patwardhan, Justine Schuurmans
Behavior Stage / Livestream / Main Stage
EST: 3:15 PM – 4:45 PM
Central: 2:15 PM – 3:45 PM
Mountain: 1:15 PM – 2:45 PM
PST: 12:15 PM – 1:45 PM
The Shocking Truth: Designing Research Studies About Dog Training Methods
Lisa Gunter, Dr. Erica Feuerbacher
Science and Vet Stage / Livestream / Main Stage
EST: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Central: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Mountain: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
PST: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Panel Discussion – Rethinking Animal Welfare – What Are We Missing?
Training Stage / Behavior Stage / Shelter and Rescue Stage / Dog Sports Stage / Science and Vet Stage / Livestream / Main Stage
Friday, October 9
EST: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Central: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Mountain: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
PST: 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
The Biology Behind Canine Behavior
Dr. Tim Lewis
Training Stage / Livestream / Main Stage
EST: 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM
Central: 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM
Mountain: 9:45 AM – 11:15 AM
PST: 8:45 AM – 10:15 AM
TBD
Amy Herot
Livestream / Main Stage / Dog Sports Stage - Nose Work
EST: 4:45 PM – 6:15 PM
Central: 3:45 PM – 5:15 PM
Mountain: 2:45 PM – 4:15 PM
PST: 1:45 PM – 3:15 PM
Panel Discussion
Training Stage / Behavior Stage / Shelter and Rescue Stage / Science and Vet Stage / Livestream / Main Stage
EST: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Central: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Mountain: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
PST: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Control Games for All the Sports
Sara Brueske
Dog Sports Stage / Livestream / Main Stage
Saturday, October 10
EST: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Central: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Mountain: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
PST: 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Aggressive Manifestations of Pain and Discomfort
Dr. Daniel Mills
Science and Vet Stage / Livestream / Main Stage
EST: 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM
Central: 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM
Mountain: 9:45 AM – 11:15 AM
PST: 8:45 AM – 10:15 AM
Getting to a Win: Striving for Harmony in Real-World Training Choices
Denise Fenzi
Dog Sports Stage / Livestream / Main Stage
EST: 3:15 PM – 4:45 PM
Central: 2:15 PM – 3:45 PM
Mountain: 1:15 PM – 2:45 PM
PST: 12:15 PM – 1:45 PM
Panel Discussion
Shelter and Rescue Stage / Livestream / Main Stage
EST: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Central: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Mountain: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
PST: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Closing Keynote with Sy Montgomery!
Sy Montgomery
Training Stage / Behavior Stage / Shelter and Rescue Stage / Dog Sports Stage / Science and Vet Stage / Livestream / Main Stage
FAQ & POLICIES
Livestream or OnDemand?
We will be live-streaming directly from the main stage with a professional studio team, allowing you to participate from the comfort of your home. Sessions that are not livestreamed will be available to watch on demand once recordings are released.
Earning CEUs
The maximum CEUs available through the combined live attendance and conference recording option:
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CCPDT: 16.5 CEUs for completing any 11 sessions, 30 CEUs for completing any 20 sessions.
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IAABC: 16.5 CEUs for completing any 11 sessions, 36 CEUs for completing any 24 sessions.
Important
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No partial CEUs will be awarded.
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Attendees must apply for either:
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16.5 CEUs earned through live attendance only, or
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the maximum CEUs available through the combined live attendance and conference recording option:
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What is the cancellation policy?
All virtual registrations are non-refundable. All purchases are final.
How will I access the livestream and recordings?
Login instructions will be emailed to you after registration and again during the week of the conference.
Please note that livestream attendees are responsible for their own technology setup, including:
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A reliable high-speed internet connection
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A compatible desktop, laptop, or tablet
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An up-to-date web browser (such as Chrome, Safari, or Firefox)
Registration
How to Register
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Click the REGISTER NOW button below to register for online participation (livestream & recordings)
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Select "VIRTUAL REGISTRATION"
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Follow the prompts and enter your information and payment method.
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You will receive a confirmation email upon successful registration.
RATES
Individual: $275.00
Groups 5+: $247.50