Post by RealPitBull on Nov 13, 2008 10:08:22 GMT -5
SPCA of Texas Hosts "The SANE Approach to Working with Shelter
Animals" on December 6
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The SPCA of Texas' Pet University is Proud to Present
The S.A.N.E. Approach to Working With Shelter and Rescue Animals
on Saturday, December 6, 2008
Seminar lead by Kathy Cascade, Certified Tellington TTouch Instructor
Working with anxious, fearful, or reactive animals in the shelter or
rescue environment is often very challenging and can even be
dangerous. Sensory And Neurological Enhancement refers to non-
threatening and calming handling techniques and tools that influence
an animal's ability to better cope with stressful situations. The
goal is to reduce physiological arousal, increase trust of people,
build confidence, and ultimately to improve an animal's chances of
being adopted. This foundation of this approach is the Tellington
TTouch Method.
When: Saturday, December 6, 2008
9:00am - 12:30pm - Cat Session
1:30pm - 5:00pm - Dog Session
Where: SPCA of Texas
2400 Lone Star Drive
Dallas, Texas 75212
Cost:
Register Online: $85.00 for entire session
$45.00 for either half day session
www.spca.org/ sane
CEU: ACO CE: 3.25 (half day) 6.5 (full day)
CCPDT CE: 3.25 (dog session only)
**For More Information, visit www.spca.org/ sane
**For Other Pet University Classes and Seminars, visit
www.spca.org/ petuniversity
Who Should Attend?
Animal caregivers who work in a variety of environments including
shelters and rescue organizations, as well as health care
professionals who work in Veterinary clinics or hospitals.
Seminar Topics:
The purpose of this seminar will be to address the particular
challenges faced by caregivers and animal care professionals who
often work with animals in high states of stress. The focus will be
on techniques to decrease physiological arousal and reduce stress
reactions in both dogs and cats. Using a variety of TTouch techniques
and concepts, Kathy will demonstrate effective tools for calming
animals, improving coping skills, and managing environmental
triggers.
Through a combination of lecture, demonstration, and hands-on
practice Kathy will address the following:
• The physiology of stress: How to recognize physical and
emotional signs of stress through careful observation.
• How to effectively influence stress responses with touch and
movement.
• How to work with an animal you are unable to touch.
• The importance of posture and physical balance in reducing
inappropriate behavior.
• The non-threatening approach to first contact with an animal.
• The difference between containment and restraint.
• How to promote confidence and cooperation through appropriate
use of the leash and removing pressure from the neck.
• How to create a sense of safety and comfort by being aware of
spatial needs to promote appropriate social signals.
• How to work with special needs animals or geriatric animals.
• How to incorporate TTouch into the Shelter environment or Vet
Clinic.
About Kathy Cascade
Having graduated from Oregon State University with degrees in Health
and Physical Education in 1978, Kathy has been teaching in one form
or another for over twenty-five years. Following completion of a
masters program in Physical Therapy in 1985, she began a career as a
Physical Therapist helping people in their efforts to overcome
disease and injury and reach their full potential. With a special
interest in neurophysiology, Kathy has completed post-graduate
education in biofeedback and sensory integration.
Kathy's introduction to dog training began in 1991 when a slightly
wild and wonderful Alaskan Malamute puppy came into her life. Kathy
and Spirit's partnership lead them to the obedience ring,
participation in flyball, and as a visiting Therapy Dog/Handler team
in hospitals and nursing homes. Searching for a truly respectful and
gentle approach to working with animals, Kathy and Spirit attended a
Tellington TTouch workshop with Linda Tellington-Jones in 1994. The
work resonated so much with Kathy that she went on to complete the
first two-year TTouch Practitioner Certification Program, graduating
in October 1996. Kathy has since become an instructor in the program
and has shared her creative and humorous teaching style in seminars
and workshops throughout the United States, in Canada, and Europe.
Her compassionate and skillful approach to working with dogs with
reactivity and aggression issues has been a tremendous help to many
people.
Kathy currently resides in Stillwater, OK on a 40-acre "mini-farm"
which is also home to three dogs, four cats, and five horses.
The SPCA of Texas is dedicated to providing every animal exceptional
care and a loving home. The SPCA of Texas is the leading animal
welfare agency in North Texas with two shelters and two spay/neuter
clinics located in Dallas and McKinney, and serves as an active
resource center providing an array of programs and services that
bring people and animals together to enrich each others' lives. A
comprehensive animal welfare agency, the SPCA of Texas is not
affiliated with any other entity and does not receive general
operating funds from the City of Dallas, State of Texas, federal
government, the ASPCA or any other humane organization. Help stop pet
overpopulation by donating to the SPCA of Texas and by spaying and/or
neutering your pet. Visit us online at www.spca.org.
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Maura Davies
Senior Director of Communications
SPCA of Texas
2400 Lone Star Drive
Dallas, TX 75212
214-461-1814
Fax: 214-461-1801
mdavies@spca. org
www.spca.org
Big Dogs Rule! Adopt today at the SPCA of Texas.
Animals" on December 6
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
The SPCA of Texas' Pet University is Proud to Present
The S.A.N.E. Approach to Working With Shelter and Rescue Animals
on Saturday, December 6, 2008
Seminar lead by Kathy Cascade, Certified Tellington TTouch Instructor
Working with anxious, fearful, or reactive animals in the shelter or
rescue environment is often very challenging and can even be
dangerous. Sensory And Neurological Enhancement refers to non-
threatening and calming handling techniques and tools that influence
an animal's ability to better cope with stressful situations. The
goal is to reduce physiological arousal, increase trust of people,
build confidence, and ultimately to improve an animal's chances of
being adopted. This foundation of this approach is the Tellington
TTouch Method.
When: Saturday, December 6, 2008
9:00am - 12:30pm - Cat Session
1:30pm - 5:00pm - Dog Session
Where: SPCA of Texas
2400 Lone Star Drive
Dallas, Texas 75212
Cost:
Register Online: $85.00 for entire session
$45.00 for either half day session
www.spca.org/ sane
CEU: ACO CE: 3.25 (half day) 6.5 (full day)
CCPDT CE: 3.25 (dog session only)
**For More Information, visit www.spca.org/ sane
**For Other Pet University Classes and Seminars, visit
www.spca.org/ petuniversity
Who Should Attend?
Animal caregivers who work in a variety of environments including
shelters and rescue organizations, as well as health care
professionals who work in Veterinary clinics or hospitals.
Seminar Topics:
The purpose of this seminar will be to address the particular
challenges faced by caregivers and animal care professionals who
often work with animals in high states of stress. The focus will be
on techniques to decrease physiological arousal and reduce stress
reactions in both dogs and cats. Using a variety of TTouch techniques
and concepts, Kathy will demonstrate effective tools for calming
animals, improving coping skills, and managing environmental
triggers.
Through a combination of lecture, demonstration, and hands-on
practice Kathy will address the following:
• The physiology of stress: How to recognize physical and
emotional signs of stress through careful observation.
• How to effectively influence stress responses with touch and
movement.
• How to work with an animal you are unable to touch.
• The importance of posture and physical balance in reducing
inappropriate behavior.
• The non-threatening approach to first contact with an animal.
• The difference between containment and restraint.
• How to promote confidence and cooperation through appropriate
use of the leash and removing pressure from the neck.
• How to create a sense of safety and comfort by being aware of
spatial needs to promote appropriate social signals.
• How to work with special needs animals or geriatric animals.
• How to incorporate TTouch into the Shelter environment or Vet
Clinic.
About Kathy Cascade
Having graduated from Oregon State University with degrees in Health
and Physical Education in 1978, Kathy has been teaching in one form
or another for over twenty-five years. Following completion of a
masters program in Physical Therapy in 1985, she began a career as a
Physical Therapist helping people in their efforts to overcome
disease and injury and reach their full potential. With a special
interest in neurophysiology, Kathy has completed post-graduate
education in biofeedback and sensory integration.
Kathy's introduction to dog training began in 1991 when a slightly
wild and wonderful Alaskan Malamute puppy came into her life. Kathy
and Spirit's partnership lead them to the obedience ring,
participation in flyball, and as a visiting Therapy Dog/Handler team
in hospitals and nursing homes. Searching for a truly respectful and
gentle approach to working with animals, Kathy and Spirit attended a
Tellington TTouch workshop with Linda Tellington-Jones in 1994. The
work resonated so much with Kathy that she went on to complete the
first two-year TTouch Practitioner Certification Program, graduating
in October 1996. Kathy has since become an instructor in the program
and has shared her creative and humorous teaching style in seminars
and workshops throughout the United States, in Canada, and Europe.
Her compassionate and skillful approach to working with dogs with
reactivity and aggression issues has been a tremendous help to many
people.
Kathy currently resides in Stillwater, OK on a 40-acre "mini-farm"
which is also home to three dogs, four cats, and five horses.
The SPCA of Texas is dedicated to providing every animal exceptional
care and a loving home. The SPCA of Texas is the leading animal
welfare agency in North Texas with two shelters and two spay/neuter
clinics located in Dallas and McKinney, and serves as an active
resource center providing an array of programs and services that
bring people and animals together to enrich each others' lives. A
comprehensive animal welfare agency, the SPCA of Texas is not
affiliated with any other entity and does not receive general
operating funds from the City of Dallas, State of Texas, federal
government, the ASPCA or any other humane organization. Help stop pet
overpopulation by donating to the SPCA of Texas and by spaying and/or
neutering your pet. Visit us online at www.spca.org.
Tell-a-friend!
If you received this message from a friend, you can sign up for SPCA
of Texas emails
Visit your subscription management page to modify your email
communication preferences or update your personal profile.
To stop ALL email from the SPCA of Texas, click to unsubscribe
yourself from our lists.
Maura Davies
Senior Director of Communications
SPCA of Texas
2400 Lone Star Drive
Dallas, TX 75212
214-461-1814
Fax: 214-461-1801
mdavies@spca. org
www.spca.org
Big Dogs Rule! Adopt today at the SPCA of Texas.