Seminars

 

Vera E. Wilkinson, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant,  Certified Professional Dog Trainer,  an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, and Dogs & Storks Presenter offers free educational seminars for dog owners!!!

 

These information packed sessions include: up-to-date, science based information about dog behavior; proven positive and dog-friendly training methods and behavior modification principles. Whenever possible, videos and live demos will be used.

All seminars are held at Cause To Paws unless otherwise noted. Space is limited so please sign up today. To reserve a seat, please call 617-566-2097 or sign up at Cause To Paws at 1386A Beacon Street, Brookline. Please visit www.causetopaws.com for directions.  

 

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

 

For the The Coolidge Corner Lecture Series

     on  Wednesday, April 9th 6:30-8:00pm...

 

 'What To Expect From A Dog Behavior Consultation'

Can my dog's behavior problem be fixed? What does it involve?  How much time does it take?  Will I be able to do it myself? Does my dog need Prozac? These and more questions will be answered.

 

 

 

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DOG BEHAVIOR SEMINARS

 

The always popular,  'Ask The Trainer' sessions are informal talks that provide dog owners the opportunity to ask specific questions about issues they're having with their dogs.

 

"My dog is dominant (submissive, afraid, etc). There's nothing I can do about it. Is there?"  This talk will give you a better understanding of dog behavior and body language so that you can communicate more clearly with your dog.                                                                                              

Are you concerned that your dog might be getting too rough with his pals at the dog park? Learn how to read your dog's behavior; when and how to interrupt 'over the top' play; and what to do if a fight breaks out.                                                                                                                                                                     

How long can my dog be left alone at home? How can I stop him from being destructive? When is it separation anxiety? Does my dog need Prozac? Learn about some strategies to lessen your dog's stress that many of my clients have found very helpful.        

 

What To Do With A Puppy! Have you read too many books and are now totally confused? I will outline your puppy's first four months of development and what you should be doing now in order to have a well-behaved adult dog later. Don't miss this window of opportunity!

 

Does your dog lunge aggressively at other dogs when you go for a walk? Are you embarrassed by your dog's behavior? Are you not taking your dog for as many walks because of this? Explore how and why your dog does this and what you can do to change it.  

 

Dogs, Kids, Babies, Oh MY!  Feeling overwhelmed? Don't be! Whether you're preparing for your first family dog or already have one and are expecting your first baby, this seminar will help to calm your nerves. A smooth transition is possible when you're well informed.

 

Do the July 4th fireworks send your dog into a tizzy? Do Thunderstorms cause him to shake? drool? bark incessantly? pace frantically?  Does your dog run for cover? Perhaps to hide in the bathroom? Join me for this talk to learn how you can change your dog's perspective on the weather while reducing the stress you experience because of this.

 

WORKSHOPS   

 

Are you afraid to let your dog off leash because he does not come when called? It is absolutely possible to get reliable responses from your dog when you call him to you. An untrained dog (want to volunteer your dog?) will be used to demonstrate the process that is required to teach this all important and lifesaving skill!                     Fee $40

 

Does your dog pull you down the street? Do people frequently ask you, "Who's walking who?" Instead of just living with it and the hazards of one or both of you getting injured, come to this loose leash walking workshop and get to work settling once and for all, who's leading who.                                                          Fee $40

 

 

In the past...a special presentation topic

For the 2006 Coolidge Corner Shops Lecture series...

An Overview of  Dog Training- A look at the history of dog training and the trend towards 'positive only' methods. Is it just politically correct? A great marketing slogan? Is it possible to have a well-trained dog without using collars that pinch, choke or shock your dog? Or is their merit to the traditional dog training view that 'your dog needs to know who's alpha'? Is there a middle ground?  

This presentation addressed how dogs learn and how to know if your dog is learning what you think you're teaching. I also explained how and why I use the clicker to train dogs.