Course curriculum

  • 1

    Link to the VIP Mentor Session Schedule with Zoom Links to Join the LIVE Sessions!

    • Click on this link to see the schedule!

  • 2

    Anthony Demarinis CDBC, ADT, CBATI, VSPDT, TTWC, VSA-DT

    • Anthony discusses two different cases of stranger directed aggression

  • 3

    Leslie McDevitt MLA, CDBC, CPDT-KA

    • LAT, Pattern Games, and more insight from Leslie!

  • 4

    Dr. Eddie Fernandez

    • ABA, higher order conditioning, trigger stacking, ethograms, and more!

  • 5

    Laura Monaco Torelli CPDT-KA, KPA Faculty

    • Laura shares a wonderful presentation on husbandry with a case study!

  • 6

    Trish McMillan MSc, CDBC, CCBC, CPDT-KA

    • Trish discusses behavioral euthanasia and helping clients with the decisions on potential outcomes in aggression cases, as well as shelter assessments.

  • 7

    Melanie Cerone Ph.D., BCBA, CPDT-KA, CSAT

    • Dr. Cerone presents on the human side of aggression cases!

  • 8

    Dr. Amy Cook

    • Dr. Cook chats about The Play Way of working with shy and fearful dogs!

  • 9

    Lauren Novack ACDBC, KPA-CTP

    • Lauren chats about Constructional Aggression Treatment (CAT) and the latest updates!

  • 10

    Irith Bloom CPDT-KSA, CBCC-KA, CDBC, VSPDT, KPA-CTP, CBATI

    • Irith chats about the human side of consulting in aggression cases, and offers some great insights into navigating crucial conversations!

  • 11

    Kim Brophey CDBC

    • Kim chats about science and aggression --- this one is packed with amazing insights!

  • 12

    Helen St. Pierre CDBC, CPDT-KA, OSCT

    • Helen answers questions about assessing severity in dog to child aggression cases; virtual training benefits; and helping clients understand crucial concepts!

  • 13

    Marge Rogers CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA, CCUI and Eileen Anderson MA

    • Marge and Eileen present on puppy socialization and aggression!

  • 14

    Bobbie Bhambree CDBC, CPDT-KA

    • Bobbie Bhambree from Team Behavior Vets chats about veterinary collaborations, medications, and a variety of behavior change strategies in aggression cases!

  • 15

    Eileen Koval CDBC, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA

    • Eileen gives a wonderful presentation on R+ Snake Avoidance Training and Aggression!

  • 16

    Michael Baugh CDBC, CPDT-KSA, CSAT

    • Michael gives a presentation on following up with clients and streamlining that process!

  • 17

    Dr. Moria Hechenleitner DVM, CSAT

    • Moira gives a presentation on Separation Anxiety and tracking data in behavior cases!

  • 18

    Dr. Linlin Cao

    • Linlin chats about cooperative care and start button behaviors!

  • 19

    Nancy Tucker CPDT-KA, CDBC

    • Intro Video From Nancy About D/CC and Client Expectations

    • Nancy and Mike chat about D/CC and navigating challenges that can arise with this procedure!

  • 20

    Emily Strong CDBC, SBA and Allie Bender CDBC, CPDT-KA, SBA

    • Emily and Allie chat about enrichment and aggression!

  • 21

    Katenna Jones ACAAB, CDBC, CCBC, CPDT-KA

    • Katenna chats about cat aggression and troubleshooting difficult muzzling scenarios with dogs!

  • 22

    Jim Crosby MS, CPDT-KA

    • Jim answers questions about dog bite forensics, shelter evaluations, and much more!

  • 23

    Dr. Jennifer Summerfield DVM, CPDT-KA, AVSAB

    • Jennifer discusses all things behavior meds and aggression!

  • 24

    Dresden Graff CDBC

    • Dresden gives a presentation and answers questions about location specific marker cues and how they can be used in aggression ca

  • 25

    Ursa Acree CDBC, CPDT-KSA, FFCT

    • Ursa gives a wonderful presentation on supporting clients in aggression cases.

  • 26

    Dr. Jessica Hekman PhD, DVM

    • Jessica gives a presentation on re-thinking where we get dogs from!

  • 27

    Dr. Jennifer Summerfield DVM, CPDT-KA, AVSAB

    • Jennifer discussed medical causes for aggression!

  • 28

    Andrew Hale Bsc, ISCP.Dip.Canine.Prac

    • Andrew chats about the human emotions in aggression cases and so much more!

  • 29

    Tiffany Baker CBCC-KA, FDM, CCUI

    • Tiffany gives a great presentation on working with dogs with disabilities!

  • 30

    Veronica Boutelle MA Ed., CTC and Gina Pharias BSc Comms, CTC

    • Veronica and Gina give some wonderful insights into all things business!

  • 31

    Michelle Mullins CDBC, KPA-CTP, CPDT-KSA, Fear Free Certified

    • Michelle gives a presentation and answers questions on dog to dog introductions and interactions!

  • 32

    Karishma Warr CPDT-KA, FFCP, CSAT

    • Karishma gives an amazing Q&A on maximizing and using technology for digital consults in aggression cases!

  • 33

    Jessica Dolce CCFE

    • Jessica presents on the topic of compassion fatigue...and an interesting conversation around empathy.

  • 34

    Sean Will and Maasa Nishimuta --- CAAWT

    • Sean and Maasa give a wonderful presentation on the Constructional Approach to Affection and Aggression!

  • 35

    Simone Mueller MA

    • Simone gives an excellent presentation on R+ for predation substitute training!

  • 36

    Elizabeth Ingalls BA, LFDM-S

    • Elizabeth gives a wonderful talk on LGDs and considerations for the family home!

  • 37

    Brian Fleming LFDM

    • Brian discusses and presents on Chaos Theory and Aggression!

  • 38

    Jocelyn Strassel MS, CVT

    • Jocelyn presents on puppies and aggression!

  • 39

    Michelle Stern CPDT-KA

    • Michelle shares tons of insight on child directed aggression cases during this informative Q&A session!

  • 40

    Sara McLoudrey CDBC, CPDT-KSA

    • Sara gives a wonderful presentation on multi-dog household living!

  • 41

    Tabitha Kucera - Elite Fear Free and Low-Stress Handling Certified Registered Veterinary Technician, VTS (Behavior), CCBC, and KPA-CTP

    • Tabitha gives a fantastic presentation on real life cooperative care and handling scenarios in a veterinary setting!

    • Downloadable PDF on Husbandry and Cooperative Care Strategies for Trainers

    • Downloadable PDF on Happy Vet Visits

  • 42

    Paula Nowak CNWI, CTDI

    • Paula gives a great Q&A session about all things business!

  • 43

    Daniel Shaw BSc (Hons), GMBPsS, CDBC

    • Daniel presents on the neuroscience of frustration and the role of dopamine!

  • 44

    Aditi Czarnomski CPDT-KSA

    • Aditi presents on shelter handling (entering kennel with both fearful dogs and dogs displaying aggression) and gives a great Q&A on shelter behavior!

  • 45

    Kelsey Weber CPDT-KA, ABCDT, LFDM-T

    • Kelsey presents on self-care....for dogs!

  • 46

    Sarah Hedderly

    • Sarah presents on all things Border Collies!

  • 47

    Jack Fenton

    • Jack gives an informative and insightful Q&A session on all things nose work and how it can help anxious, fearful, or reactive dogs!

  • 48

    Dr. Amy Learn VMD, DACVB, IAABC-CABC

    • Dr. Learn answers fantastic questions from the group on meds, behavior, separation anxiety, and more!

  • 49

    Danielle Beck BSc (hons), MSc, CABC

    • Danielle chats about trauma in animals and humans, as well as the impact of trauma on aggression.

  • 50

    Erica Feuerbacher PhD, BCBA-D, CAAB, CPDT-KA

    • Dr. Feuerbacher presents on social interaction as a reinforcer for dogs!

  • 51

    Linda Case M.S.

    • Linda presents on "Canine Nutrition: Complete and Balanced: The Fallout"

  • 52

    Jess Feliciano CDBC, CPDT-KA, CTC

    • Jess gives a wonderful presentation on the finer details in reading dog body language, especially with potential distance increasing signals.

  • 53

    Anna Louise Kjær

    • Anna presents on the wonderful topic of dog parkour, and how it can help dogs with reactivity and aggression issues!

  • 54

    Melissa Breau

    • Melissa presents on "More of This, Less of That: Building a Website that Gets the Sale!"

    • PDF of Melissa's Presentation

  • 55

    Carmaleta Aufderheide MS-CRES (Conflict Resolution), KPA-CTP, CPDT-KA, CSAT

    • Carmaleta presents on Conflict Resolution (For People!)

  • 56

    Sarita Pellowe MSc, CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA

    • Sarita presents on the gut microbiome and behavior!

  • 57

    Christina Young (She/Her), BSc, CDBC, PCBC-A, KPA-CTP

    • Leaving Conflict Behind: Skills to Reduce Intra-Household Aggression Dogs

  • 58

    Laurie Lawless CDBC, CPDT-KA, SBA

    • Laurie presents an informative session on "Dogs from Dog Fighting."

  • 59

    Victoria Cooper

    • Victoria discusses "The Myths, Misconceptions, and Misunderstandings around Cockapoos and Doodle Cross Breeds"

  • 60

    Marlene O'Neill Laberge Certified TF-CBT

    • Marlene presents on attachment style in dog-human relationships!

  • 61

    John Caponetta EMT-B

    • John gives an informative presentation on identifying cruelty and neglect.

  • 62

    Marlene O'Neill Laberge Certified TF-CBT

    • Marlene presents on "Staying Well in the Work: Mental Healthiness and Stress Resilience for Dog Pros"

  • 63

    Heidi Meinzer, JD, CPDT-KSA, CNWI

    • Heidi presents on "Legal protection for the trainer handling aggression cases."

  • 64

    Kerrie Hoar CDBC, ADT, CPDT-KA, FFCP, FDM

    • Kerrie presents on helping clients with mental health challenges.

  • 65

    Helen Howell

    • Helen presents on expert evidence in legal cases.

  • 66

    Tom Candy CCAB, CBATI-KA, CSB

    • Tom presents on "creating effective behavior modification plans - what shelters can teach us about successes!"

  • 67

    Kristina Spaulding PhD, CAAB

    • Emotional Reactivity and Regulation