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July 17 & 18, 2010 at Worcester State College, Worcester,
MA from 9:00AM to 4:30PM
The seminars will be held in Eager Lecture Hall, located in
the Sullivan Academic Center. The amphitheater style,
multimedia equipped, classroom is conveniently located
across the parking lot from the Student Center where lunch
will be served.
Optional lunch buffet will be served in the Student Center.
See details in Tuition and Registration section.
Saturday with Dr. Patricia McConnell |
FOR THE LOVE OF A DOG:
Emotions in You & Your
Dog, and How they Affect Training and Relationships
Saturday July 17, 2010 -
Registration is Full/Closed
Ever looked at your dog and wondered how much of her emotional
life is like your own? Learn the biology behind emotion in
both you and your dog, and why it's reasonable to believe that
both species share the emotions of love, fear, sadness,
happiness and anger. This day-long seminar includes slides,
videos and hands-on work with dogs, all illustrating what
emotions really are, and what emotions we might share with
dogs and what ones we might not. Included is lots of practical
information about how to handle problematic emotions like fear
and anger. The day ends with an in-depth examination of our
love for dogs, and celebrates the amazing and unique emotional
bond between individuals of two different species.
 Patricia
McConnell, Ph.D., CAAB is an Ethologist and Certified Applied
Animal Behaviorist who has consulted with cat and dog lovers
for over twenty two years. She combines a thorough
understanding of the science of behavior with years of
practical, applied experience. Her nationally syndicated radio
show, Calling All Pets, played in over 110 cities for fourteen
years. She is the behavior columnist for The Bark magazine
(the New Yorker of Dog Magazines) and a Consulting Editor for
the Journal of Comparative Psychology. She is Adjunct
Associate Professor in Zoology at the University of
Wisconsin-Madison, teaching "The Biology and Philosophy of
Human/Animal Relationships." Dr. McConnell is a much sought
after speaker and seminar presenter, speaking to training
organizations, veterinary conferences, academic meetings and
animal shelters around the world about dog and cat behavior,
and on science-based and humane solutions to serious
behavioral problems. She is the author of twelve books on
training and behavioral problems, as well as the critically
acclaimed books The Other End of the Leash, For the Love of a
Dog and Tales of Two Species. For more information on her
books and DVDs, go to
www.patriciamcconnell.com or visit her blog, at
www.theotherendoftheleash.com
6.5 CEUs from CCPDT and
IAABC
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FROM PURGATORY TO NIRVANA:
The Path to
Enlightened Training
Sunday July 18, 2010 -
Registration is Full/Closed
Ken Ramirez, who has been
training a variety of animal species for more than 30 years,
will speak on three distinctly different topics. He will
expose participants to the challenges of problem solving, the
advantages and techniques of using non food reinforcers, and
take a personal journey through the evolution of modern
training.
PROBLEM SOLVING – As a consultant, Ken is frequently called
upon to resolve training challenges. These have ranged from
problematic zoo animals to difficult working dogs to the more
common pet challenges. In every case, he utilizes a problem
solving flow chart or matrix that guides him and his clients
to an effective solution. He will share that process with
participants and use one or two cases studies to demonstrate
how to use the tool effectively.
NON-FOOD REINFORCERS – Most experienced trainers recognize the
value of finding reinforcers other than food or treats.
However, not every trainer knows how to establish new
reinforcers nor how to evaluate their effectiveness. Ken will
share his perspectives and experience with non-food
reinforcers and explain his approach to implementing them into
a good training program.
EVOLUTION OF THE MODERN TRAINER – Ken will use a review of the
trajectory of his career to examine the growth and changes in
the training community to help explore what is possible and
how far the training community has progressed. This
presentation will take a brief peek at a variety of concepts
including relationship building, husbandry training, mimicry,
remote training, complex chains, and so much more. This final
section is less about how to do these things and more about
seeing what possibilities exist.
 Ken
Ramirez, Sr. vice-president of animal collections and animal
training, develops and supervises animal care programs, staff
training and development as well as public presentation
programs for the entire animal collection at Chicago’s Shedd
Aquarium. He joined Shedd Aquarium in 1989.
A 30+ year veteran of zoological animal care and training,
Ramirez served nine years at Marineworld of Texas. He also
coordinated animal care programs at Ocean Safari in South
Padre Island, Texas, as well as acting as a consultant to many
zoo and aquarium programs throughout the world. He began his
training career working with guide dogs for the visually
impaired and has maintained a close affiliation to pet
training throughout his career. He developed an acclaimed pet
training television series that compares pet training to the
important work done with training and caring of animals in
zoological facilities – the program ran for two years in
Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. He has also
recently worked closely with several search and rescue dog
organizations as well as with bomb and narcotic dogs.
Ramirez has been active in several professional organizations,
including the International Marine Animal Trainer’s
Association (IMATA), of which he is a past president, and the
Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network, where he has served on
the board of directors for nearly 20 years. He also has served
on the board of the American Cetacean Society. Ken is actively
involved in the creation of a certification process for animal
trainers in zoo settings.
Ramirez has written for several scientific publications,
including Marine Mammals: Public Display and Research and
Soundings, the IMATA Quarterly. He teaches a graduate course
on animal training at Western Illinois University and has
authored the book ANIMAL TRAINING: Successful Animal
Management through Positive Reinforcement, published in 1999.
Ken is a member of the faculty for Karen Pryor’s Clicker
Expos. He regularly travels around the world teaching and
consulting about animal training concepts and applications.
6.5 CEUs from CCPDT and IAABC
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Registration is closed. Walk-in registration is not
offered for this weekend.
Registration includes: seminar support materials, beverages
and light snacks. Lunch is optional.
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$145 - One day, registration
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$245 - Two days,
registration
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$8
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salad bar, make your own sandwich, hot lunch option with
vegetarian choice, assorted desserts and beverages! They will
even cater to people with food allergies if notified at least
two weeks ahead of time.
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Group discounts available for more than 3
participants from the same business/shelter. Contact
Dana Crevling
to find out more.
Registration ends 5 days prior to the event or when registration
limit is met.
Space is limited to approximately 190 participants.
You
may pay for tuition by:
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Personal or Bank Check
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Paypal - using your account or opening a new account
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Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover through
PayPal's secure system
Complete payment information will come up on the screen after
you complete registration.
General Payment Information
Please familiarize yourself with the
Registration/ Refund Policy and the Waiver before signing
up.
Registration is closed. Walk-in registration is not offered for this
weekend.
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Make sure
you understand ALL the fees and restrictions. Policies
and rates may change from what is listed below.
Hilton Garden
Inn Worcester
35 Major Taylor Boulevard,
Worcester, Massachusetts, 01608
Tel: +1-508-753-5700
www.worcester.stayhgi.com
We are
thrilled to be working with the Hilton Garden Inn as our
host hotel. Conveniently located just off I-290 and an easy
three mile drive from the seminar location. Amenities
include:
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Complimentary high speed internet throughout the entire
building
• Indoor pool and spa
• Refrigerators and microwaves in all guest rooms
• UNO Chicago Grill offers lunch, dinner and room service
• Great American Grill offers breakfast, a la carte or full
buffet
• Valet Parking
• Complimentary newspaper delivered each morning
• Pavilion pantry offering frozen foods and light snacks
• Complimentary business center with faxing, photocopying,
remote printing capabilities
• Workout facility and stay fit kit
• Ergonomic Mirra chair by Herman Miller
• Self-adjusting Garden Sleep System in king rooms
We have
arranged for a special group rate of $89.00 for
either a king or double room. The special rate ends
7/2/10. After 7/2/10 reservations will be accepted on a
space and rate available basis. Guest parking is $5 per 24
hours when validated by the hotel. You may come and go from
the garage at liberty. Your parking fees can be added to
your room charges. Or you may use the valet service for
$12.95/vehicle.
Dogs are welcome at the hotel for our
group. Tell the front desk that "Connie approved it."
However, only service dogs are allowed in the college
buildings so please plan accordingly for your dog's health
and safety.
A link to make your reservations:
http://hiltongardeninn.hilton.com/en/gi/groups/personalized/BEDWOGI-DOGS10-20100715/index.jhtml
Our Group Code
is: DOGS10. Make sure to put
in the group code to get our special rate.
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Driving
Directions to Worcester State
College:
Eager Lecture Hall
Sullivan Academic Center
486 Chandler St
Worcester, MA 01602
From Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90):
Take Exit 10 (Auburn) to Rt. 290 East.
Take Exit 17 (Rt. 9). Turn left onto Rt. 9 West which
will turn into Highland Street at bottom of the hill.
Proceed up the hill onto Highland Street.
While on Highland Street, stay in the right hand lane.
Stay on Highland Street for 1.5 miles. (past Elm Park
and Doherty High School on the left.) At the rotary,
bear left onto June Street. At the second traffic light,
turn right onto May Street. The main entrance to the
College will be three blocks up on your left. Look for
the Sullivan Academic Center that is across from the
Student Center.
From Rt. 495:
Take Exit 25 to Rt. 290 West. (Take
Exit 18 (Rt. 9 West); turn right off exit ramp and stay
in center lane, following directions for Rt. 9 West.
Turn right onto Rt. 9 West, also known as Highland
Street.
While on Highland Street, stay in the right hand lane.
Stay on Highland Street for 1.5 miles. (past Elm Park
and Doherty High School on the left.) At the rotary,
bear left onto June Street. At the second traffic light,
turn right onto May Street. The main entrance to the
College will be three blocks up on your left. Look for
the Sullivan Academic Center that is across from the
Student Center.
From Rt. 9 West:
Follow Rt. 9 West into Worcester.
Route 9 is also known as Highland Street, stay in the
right hand lane after the Route 290 intersection. Stay
on Highland Street for 1.5 miles. (past Elm Park and
Doherty High School on the left.) At the rotary, bear
left onto June Street. At the second traffic light, turn
right onto May Street. The main entrance to the College
will be three blocks up on your left.
Look for the Sullivan Academic Center that is across
from the Student Center.
From Rt. 190 South:
Take Rt. 290 West.
Take Exit 18 (Rt. 9 West); turn right off exit ramp and
stay in center lane, following directions for Rt. 9
West. Turn right onto Rt. 9 West, also known as Highland
Street.
While on Highland Street, stay in the right hand lane.
Stay on Highland Street for 1.5 miles. (past Elm Park
and Doherty High School on the left.) At the rotary,
bear left onto June Street. At the second traffic light,
turn right onto May Street. The main entrance to the
College will be three blocks up on your left. Look for
the Sullivan Academic Center that is across from the
Student Center.
From Rt. 290 West:
Take Exit 18 (Rt. 9 West); turn right off exit ramp and
stay in center lane, following directions for Rt. 9
West. Turn right onto Rt. 9 West, also known as Highland
Street.
While on Highland Street, stay in the right hand lane.
Stay on Highland Street for 1.5 miles. (past Elm Park
and Doherty High School on the left.) At the rotary,
bear left onto June Street. At the second traffic light,
turn right onto May Street. The main entrance to the
College will be three blocks up on your left.
Look for the Sullivan Academic Center that is across
from the Student Center.
From Rt. 290 East:
Take Exit 17 (Rt. 9). Turn left onto Rt. 9 West which
will turn into Highland Street at bottom of the hill.
Proceed up the hill onto Highland Street.
While on Highland Street, stay in the right hand lane.
Stay on Highland Street for 1.5 miles. (past Elm Park
and Doherty High School on the left.) At the rotary,
bear left onto June Street. At the second traffic light,
turn right onto May Street. The main entrance to the
College will be three blocks up on your left.
Look for the Sullivan Academic Center that is across
from the Student Center.
Area
Airports:
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Logan Airport, Boston, MA - 51 miles
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T.F. Green Airport, Providence, RI - 50 miles
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Bradley International, Windsor Locks, CT - 72 miles
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Manchester, NH Airport - 75 miles
Shared Van and Limo Services to Host Hotel:
***** You will need a car or taxi from the host
hotel to the seminar location. The seminar is about
3 miles from the host hotel.
Upon request,,
Dogs of Course will send out an e-mail about 30 days
before the seminars to help with ride sharing but we
are not responsible for coordinating rides.
Taxis:
Red Cab
50 Franklin St # 220.
Worcester, MA
(508) 792-9999
Yellow Cab
90 Madison St # 306.
Worcester, MA.
(508) 754-3211
Additional Area Hotel
Information:
Dogs of Course has not personally visited the
hotels below.
Hampton Inn, Worcester, MA
1-508-757-0400
Holiday Inn Express, Auburn, MA
1-508-832-2500
La Quinta, Auburn, MA
1-508-832-7000
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Pet Dogs: This
is a non-working seminar.
Pet dogs are not allowed in the lecture hall. If you choose to
travel with your dog, you are solely responsible for your dog's
healthy, safety, and well-being. Please follow humane guidelines
for weather related safety.
Service Dogs: If
you are traveling with your service dog please contact Dana at
least two weeks before the event so she can plan for your
attendance.
The amphitheater
has a fairly steep rise and steps getting to the seats. If you
have mobility limitations and need a seat on the ground floor
please contact Dana at least
two weeks before the event so she can plan for your attendance.
Please remember to
dress in layers so you are responsible for your own comfort. The temperature will be
set by the college for the comfort of the average person.
***** You will need a car or taxi from the host hotel to the
seminar location. The seminar is about 3 miles from the host
hotel. Upon request, Dogs of Course will send out an e-mail
about 30 days before the seminars to help with ride sharing but
we are not responsible for coordinating rides.
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