Solve behavioral problems.

Enrich your pet's life.

This 8-hour class is designed for caregivers of any species of animal–large or small, mammal, bird, reptile or fish. Through a combination of lecture, video, in-class problem-solving exercises, and games, you will learn:

• the principals of behavior and how all animals learn
• how to develop strategies for changing animal behavior and preventing future unwanted behavior
• the basics of positive, effective, and enriching training techniques that can be used with any species of animal

After completing the class, you will be able to

• see how the universal principals of learning apply to your animals and yourself
• understand the role animal caregivers have in the development of behaviors in their pets
• observe more accurately your animal's and your own behavior
• develop strategies to set up the environment for success
• understand the basic process of behavior modification
• understand the pros and cons of various training strategies
• start using skills to effectively train animals in your home

Class taught by Dr. Susan Brown, DVM

Register
online: http://www.rabbit.org/rabbitcenter/index.html
by phone: (510) 970-7575
Saturday class: $50

There will be a free workshop on Sunday for volunteers willing to commit to 60 hours volunteer time at the Rabbit Center. Email elizabeth@rabbit.org for more information.