Aspects of Canine Behaviour

Aspects of Canine Behaviour

At: Myerscough College, Preston

Fees: £275

Course Length:
10 Weeks

Times:
6.00 pm - 9.00 pm

Dates Available
Start Wed 27 Apr 2016 ENROL & PAY

This course has been designed to look at various aspects of canine behaviour and communication. It will focus on the dog as a sociable animal and its interaction in today society.

Identifying how dogs' behaviour can be interpreted by observations of the canine communication system. It will focus in part on aggressive behaviour examine the skills required to modify an aggressive dog's behaviour.

Key issues - Identifying /understanding /channelling /modifying

Students will be required to work together on problem solving workshops and bring results of those workshops to the main group.

Topics:

• Canine Communication
• Identifying & understanding canine/ human communication.
• The interpretation of how dog's communicate and our understanding of their communication system.
• Understanding Canine Behaviour Problems including, common behavioural issues, identifying the problem, discussing the cause and examining programmes to modify the behaviours.
• Canine Aggression - What is an aggressive behaviour - when does it become a problem. Identifying the type of aggression and what factors influence aggressive behaviour.

Progression

Holistic Canine Care - Physical, Social and Psychological Needs of the Dog

Candidate Quote

"Wish the course was longer. Enjoyed the practical/live elements and demonstrations"

LP - Preston, Lancashire

How To Apply or Enquire Enrol and pay by phone: Tel: 01995 642255

Enquire online, using the 'Enquire' button at the top of this page

Enquire by email: shortcourses@myerscough.ac.uk

Enquire by phone: 01995 642255

Special Education Needs and Disability - Short Courses Prospective students who have a disability that may affect their studies should inform the College as soon as possible. Regrettably the College does not receive funding for the provision of learning support for students with additional learning needs attending Short Courses, which are run on a full-cost basis. The College's Learning Support Service may be able to provide support but it is the responsibility of the student to meet the cost. For further details contact 01995 642222 ext 2045 (or email learningsupport@myerscough.ac.uk) with details of support requirements and the relevant course.

Please note that the information provided in this fact sheet was accurate at the date of publication. However, courses are continually being modified and information is therefore subject to change.