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  • 1.  Dog Behavior Resources

    Posted 02-19-2025 09:47 AM

    Hello all!

    Does anyone have any good and reliable sources of information for dog behaviors and training resources?  I am working on putting together some regular trainings for my staff and want to be able to point people to good sources of information. 


    #Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment

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    Dallas Boies
    Adoptions Coordinator
    Pima Animal Care Center
    Tucson AZ
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  • 2.  RE: Dog Behavior Resources

    Posted 02-19-2025 09:53 PM

    Hi Dallas,

    There is the behavior pathway through Maddie's Fund. Behavior 101 and Shelter Care would be my recommendations.

    https://university.maddiesfund.org/behavior-collections

    I love this series on dog body language from the ASPCA.

    https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/speaking-dog-canine-communication-1-3

    Every dog in Austin has loads of free webinars, which are great.

    https://www.everydogaustin.org/dog-training-videos

    Susan Garrett's podcast is a great resource. I am particularly partial to this series on emotional reg for shelter dogs.

    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy0ZnXC_lczh942HhB0Vdo5v

    Let me know if you find any other good ones!



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    Blair Voltz
    Shelter Behavior Affiliate
    Lewis Clark Animal Shelter
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  • 3.  RE: Dog Behavior Resources

    Posted 02-20-2025 06:06 AM

    Hi Dallas,

    Kelley Bolen offers fantastic workshops on dog behavior, providing valuable insights and practical tips for understanding and improving canine behavior.

     https://www.kelleybollen.com/services



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    Jennifer Gebar
    Shelter Manager
    Animal Rescue RI
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  • 4.  RE: Dog Behavior Resources

    Posted 02-20-2025 07:43 AM

    Check out the free videos on Instinct Dog  Behavior and Training and ASPCA's website, as well as Maddie's University.



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    Kathleen Griffin
    Licking County Humane Society
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  • 5.  RE: Dog Behavior Resources

    Posted 02-20-2025 08:05 AM
    Hi Dallas,
     
    As Kathleen mentioned, Maddie's University has our Behavior Learning Path which includes collections of behavior content for shelters, fosters and adopters.  The animal communication & body language and behavior 101 collections might be a good match for what you're looking for.
    Kind Regards,
    Sheila

    Register for Maddie's Monthly Behavior Connection on the 4th Thursday of the month at noon PT/ 3 pm ET.

     

    Register for Maddie's Insights, a monthly webcast which shares practical takeaways from scientific research to help us in our work, on the 2nd Thursday of the month at noon PT/ 3 pm ET. 

     

    Kind regards,

    Sheila Segurson, DVM, DACVB

    (She/Her/Hers)

    Director of Shelter Solutions

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    Mobile // +925.860.8284

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  • 6.  RE: Dog Behavior Resources

    Posted 02-25-2025 01:26 PM

    We have a series of free, 20-minute, interactive courses on ASPCApro. They focus on supporting the behavior of cats and dogs in shelters through everyday interactions. I'm biased, but I think they are nice complements to the Maddie's courses (I love!) and others listed on this thread.

    • How to Communicate Shelter Animal Behavior Clearly
    • How to Encourage Good Behavior in Shelter Dogs
    • How to Interact with Dogs to Minimize Stress
    • Reduce Stress for Cats in Shelters through Sensory Experiences 
    • 7 Ways to Reduce Stress When Handling Dogs and Cats 
    Create an Account or Sign In


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    Renee Dunaway
    Dir. Learning Design & Development
    ASPCA
    NC
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  • 7.  RE: Dog Behavior Resources

    Posted 02-25-2025 03:58 PM

    Hi Renee,

    Thx so much for sharing - 20 minute courses sound perfect!

    Sheila



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    Sheila Segurson, DVM, DACVB
    Board Certified Veterinary Behaviorist
    Director of Shelter Solutions
    Maddie's Fund
    Pleasanton CA
    9258608284
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  • 8.  RE: Dog Behavior Resources

    Posted 03-03-2025 09:32 AM

    Hi Dallas - 

    If not already familiar with the Fear Free Shelters course, I highly recommend this complimentary course to anyone working with shelter animals.  It provides thorough and eye - opening insights into how we can provide appropriate support by way of understanding how our actions can affect the animals we work with and compliments your desire to create a well-rounded and educated staff.  It's a great resources for volunteers and fosters as well!

    Fear Free Happy Homes is another great resource to review - you may find some helpful material for pet owners. 

    ~ Michelle 



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    Michelle Grimes
    Animal Control Officer
    Keene Police Department
    Keene NH
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