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So excited about this 2 day seminar! Featuring expert Dave Hibbert, over the 2 days we will focus on everything puppy related! Including Puppy Cognition Testing by Duke University featured currently on Netflix.
Dave Hibbert, the founder of Impact K9 Working Dog Consultancy, is a distinguished expert in operational dog training and puppy development.
He has served as the head of puppy development for Hampshire Police and later managed a renowned dog training facility for West Midlands Police and now successfully runs the Impact K9 Working Consultancy.
Georgie Jones of Endeavour Canine will touch on Puppy Cognition, she is an experienced breeder and trainer and the only Canine Cognition Instructor/Tester in the UK, having completed her training with Cameron Ford in the US 3 years ago. These tests are key for breeders and new puppy owners alike.
You will learn about:
Puppy Breeding
- Selection of breeding stock (males & females)
- The benefits of science in breeding
- Screening & testing
- Organisation considerations - breeding v buying
Puppy Selection
- What to look for in a breeder
- What to look for in parents
- What to look for in puppies
- Testing & selection
- Puppy Cognition Tests
Habituation & Behaviour Basics
- ABC of dog behaviour
- Habituation programme
Puppy Training & Development
- Learning to Learn - developing a cognitive puppy
- Training basics
- Engagement/recall/interaction
You’re welcome to bring your puppy if you have one between 8 & 12 weeks old at the time, we will however have plenty of puppies available for cuddles and learning!
Costs (Including Refreshments)
2 Days: £220
Location is Thames Valley Police Training Centre, Sulhamstead, Berkshire
All welcome.
* venue is safe if you need to bring a dog with you.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Thames Valley Police Training Centre, Theale, Reading, United Kingdom
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