Adelaide Hills Council has engaged Australian Veterinary Behaviour Services to assist in developing and presenting a series of education sessions that will set our community up for success in pet and livestock management.
The full proposed schedule includes the following topics and will be completely free to the community.
Pets and Livestock in Emergencies | - How pets and livestock react to stress
- How animals may act in a bushfire situation
- How to construct a bushfire plan that includes livestock, horses, and pets
29 November 2018, Gumeracha
7 March 2019, Stirling |
Barking Dogs | - Why dogs bark
- Simple solutions to reduce barking
- Where to go for help
- Understanding the difference between a training problem and a behaviour problem
28 March 2019, Stirling
11 April 2019, Woodside |
Dog Aggression / Attacks | - Understanding possible reasons for dog aggression (is it always the owner's fault?)
- How to manage aggression; understanding and preventing triggers
- Understanding training and options to manage aggressive behaviours
24 April 2019, Stirling
23 May 2019, Gumeracha |
Cats: Nuisance vs Confinement | - Understanding cat behaviour
- How to make a confined cat content
- Environment enrichment and reducing behavioural problems
14 March 2019, Woodside
9 May 2019, Stirling |
Australian Veterinary Behaviour Services is the only clinic in South Australia dedicated to providing a service for the behavioural needs of animals. They were awarded the national Vet Practice of the Year in 2018.
