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The secret language of dogs

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What’s it all about?

Why do some dogs tilt their heads when we talk to them? What’s that constant sniffing all about? Why does my dog yawn when I take its photo? Why do some dogs just not get along?

Dogs and humans have been living and working together for thousands of years. The relationships we build with dogs can be hugely beneficial to the wellbeing of both species. It can also be a source of stress, frustration and misunderstanding. Dogs are everywhere and we often think if something is familiar we must inherently understand it. This workshop will examine the myths around dog behaviour and teach you to see things from a canine point of view. It’s a fascinating world of scents, tail wags, woofs and play.

What will we cover?

During this workshop you will:
learn about the history and changing role of dogs in our world
discover how dogs communicate using their senses and body language
gain tips about how you can interact with dogs and resolve behaviour problems using modern and scientifically supported methods
understand how to keep dogs and humans safe by observing key canine signals

Who will be teaching?

harrietHarriet is dog crazy and has worked for many years in Europe and Australia as a dog trainer and behaviourist. She works with individuals, families and rescues to create happy and healthy outcomes for her two and four legged clients. She belongs to several dog training organisations and speaks and writes about dogs on a regular basis. She believes working with animals should always be fun, respectful and focused on great relationships rather than tricks and commands. You can learn more at her website or follow her on Facebook and Instragram @harrietanddogs.