Skip to main content

Delta Institute Dog Behaviour Conference - April 7-9


This conference will bring together local and international animal behaviourists, trainers, researchers and authors in Sydney, including Dr Alexandra Horowitz - world renowned researcher and author of the New York Times best seller 'Inside of a Dog' and her new book ‘Being a Dog’.

This Conference will be held between April 7-9, 2017 in Sydney and consists of two programs:

1. Friday - Evening Program


'From a Dog's Point of Nose' with Dr Alexandra Horowitz - understanding and appreciating the dog's point of view.
Who should attend? Dog owners and anyone interested in the latest research on dog behaviour and perception. 

Where: SMC Conference & Function Centre, 66 Goulburn St., Sydney, NSW, 2000

When: Friday 7th April 2017, from 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Cost: $99

2. Two day - Weekend Program (Saturday & Sunday)

Hosted by comedian Kitty Flanagan and featuring Dr Alexandra Horowitz as well as intensive presentations, interactive discussions and special guest speakers, this is not to be missed. 

Who should attend? This program is intended for dog trainers, pet industry professionals, local and state government bodies and anyone interested in a deeper understanding of the latest research into dog behaviour, training and the importance to society of the human-animal bond. Please note that vets and vet nurses can get CE points for attending and you will find more details here. 

For the full agenda please click HERE.

Angela Catterns and her Border Collie Sailor
Some of the topics that will be covered include:
  • From a Dog’s Point of Nose – Dr Alexandra Horowitz
  • Discovering what the dog Knows – Dr Alexandra Horowitz
  • Inside of Dr Alexandra Horowitz – Angela Catterns
  • Hullo Sailor! The story of a Delta Therapy Dog – Angela Catterns and Sailor
  • Planning for Pets in Our Community – Dr Kersti Seksel
  • How to avoid pets arguing like cats and dogs - Dr Julie Ashton
  • Big Cats, Little Cats, Dogs and Meercats: They’re all the same to me – Louise Ginman
  • Kids and Dogs – Dr Gaille Perry
  • Canine Sense and Sensibility: Using cognitive bias to ask dogs how optimistic they feel – Dr Melissa Starling
  •  Living with wild dogs: Exploring the behaviour & personality of dingoes living as companion animals - Dr Bradley Smith
  • Where to from here? An action plan for dog lovers, trainers and the pet industry – Panel consisting of Dr Alexandra Horowitz, Dr Gaille Perry, Dr Kersti Seksel & Dr Melissa Starling


When: Saturday April 8th from 8:30am – 6:00pm; Sunday April 9th from 8:30am – 4:00pm

Where: SMC Conference & Function Centre, 66 Goulburn St., Sydney, NSW, 2000

Cost: $695 (this ticket provides entry to both days of the conference). 

For more information, please visit www.deltainstitute.edu.au/conference
Labels:

Popular posts from this blog

Made Easy Family Car Travel with Dog Car Travel

To make dog car travel easy get your dog used to riding in the car by taking him on short trips to start. If you get your dog as a puppy and anticipate it going in the car with you at all, start taking the dog with you in the car early in its life so he recognizes this as routine. The earlier a dog begins riding in the car, the faster they will learn how to behave on a trip.
Some dogs get car sickness. If your dog is one who experiences this talk to your vet. Like medications that can help people avoid getting sick in the car, there are medications to help dogs with this situation. If your dog is very upset, very sick or very nervous while riding in the car you will want to travel with your dog as little as possible.
The safest method to transport your dog is in a pet crate. Also available are harnesses and seat belts to secure your dog while traveling, but most dog owners train the dog to sit on a seat and ride. Your dog may move from seat to seat, but do not encourage …
Read more

GlowThrow Ball Launcher for Dogs

The GlowThrow promises to revolutionise the game of fetch allowing you to play with your dog in low-light conditions and even at night! 

If you live a hectic life and get home at dusk or much later, you know how hard it is to give your dog some good exercise! The GlowThrow is perfect for those dog owners who get home after dark and also people who happen to live in areas that get far less natural sunlight during the day, especially in winter!

WHAT IS THE INSPIRATION BEHIND THE GLOWTHROW?

A 12-month labour of love has seen the GlowThrow developed and tested by Lachlan Scott, a pet-centric lighting industry professional whose 7-year-old Whippet named "Chicken" simply loves night time walks! 

Lachlan Scott is an industrial lighting expert who has worked as the Project Development Engineer and Sales Manager for a global lighting industry giant recording annual sales of A$8.98 billion. 

“I worked very long hours and there can be so much emotion wrapped up in this as a dog owner. I fel…
Read more

Great Price Replacement charger for DogWidgets dog training collars

When you would like for Replacement charger for DogWidgets dog training collars take a look at our post to acquire the right products you would like. You can check the detail information about this product below:

Features

1 wall charger1 USB cable

Description

Replacement charger for Dogwidgets 2 dogs training shock collars.

I have searched Online Suppliers to get the best prices and the best deals Replacement charger for DogWidgets dog training collars for you.



Price:$ 3.99

Great Price: $ 3.99

Read more