Upcoming Webinars on Behavior Meds – Dr. Jen’s Dog Blog

Hi all,

I’m excited to announce that I will be doing a set of webinars on the topic of behavior medications in dogs this Thursday, June 20th through the Fenzi Dog Sports Academy.  These are open to anyone who wants to sign up, so feel free to join me if you’re curious about behavior meds and how they work!

**Note: you DO NOT have to attend the webinar live, if it doesn’t fit with your schedule.  As long as you’re registered, a recording will be available for you to watch at your convenience.  But, you do need to make sure to register BEFORE the webinar date, as it won’t be available for purchase afterwards.**

Cost is $19.95 for each webinar.  Registration link is here: FDSA webinar page

Details and descriptions are below:

Intro To Behavior Medications:  What Are They, And How Can They Help?

Thursday, June 20th – 3 PM Pacific Time

Do you have a dog with behavior issues, or work with client dogs who do?  If so, join us for a fun and informative discussion!  You may already know how to address issues like anxiety, reactivity, or aggression from a training standpoint, but many dog owners and trainers are unsure about how medication might fit into the picture.

This webinar will provide an overview of the most common medications used to treat behavior problems in dogs.  Our focus will be on practical, “real-world” information including:

• How to know if your dog might benefit from medication
• Goals of using meds in behavior cases
• Different classes of drugs and how they work
• Natural supplements and calming aids

Can be taken on its own, or as a lead-in to Part 2 (see below!) for those who want ALL THE DETAILS.

Behavior Medications, Part 2:  Beyond The Basics

Thursday, June 20th – 6 PM Pacific Time

In this webinar, we will build on the information presented in “Intro to Behavior Medications” to take your knowledge to the next level.  Delve into the nitty-gritty details of behavioral pharmacology as it relates to the following:

• Factors that influence medication choices for aggression, anxiety, etc. – which drug is best for different situations?
• Combination therapy (using multiple meds together)
• Case studies and examples for discussion

We will also discuss specific considerations for performance dogs, including the impact of behavior meds on learning and memory, and possible ethical questions that may arise when deciding whether or not to medicate a dog who is actively showing and competing.

Feel free to comment or contact me with any questions!  I’m really excited to present on this topic, as I think there’s a lot of misunderstanding about meds and how they can fit into an overall training or behavior modification plan.  Hope to see some of you there! 😊

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