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Founded 1995 International Animal Behaviour Training College Specialist Courses in Canine Behaviour & Training For Instructors, Behaviourists, Enthusiasts & Professionals 2018 IABTC 18 Acre Site. Indoors large training hall and additional lecture room. Outdoor Training Areas, ring set ups, canine woodland activity trail. Easy onsite parking, ample exercise areas. On site camping & caravanning. Freedom Camping registered site (free membership) Preferred Educational Training Provider for KCAI. Working with KCAI to Ensure Best Possible Canine Professional Standards Non KCAI members also very welcome. Where to Find Us: IABTC, Haxey Study Centre, Lupine Woods, Turbary Road, Haxey Carr, Haxey, Doncaster, DN9 2JN (15 Mins from M180 J2) info@iabtc.co.uk Tel 01427 753918 www.iabtc.co.uk Edit Date August 2017

Plan Your 2018 Year with IABTC JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE 8, Monday 3-4, Weekend TTouch Intro 2, Friday Intro to Clicker 5, Tuesday 1, Tuesday Ricard Curtis 5-7, Tues-Thurs Mary Ray 9, Tuesday 5, Monday 3-4, Weekend Clicker Workshop 7, Saturday 2, Wednesday C&T am HTM pm 9, Saturday 13, Saturday 6, Tuesday 5, Monday 11, Wednesday C&T am HTM pm 12, Saturday 11, Monday 14, Sunday Canine Actors 8-11, Thurs-Sun Aggression & Reactivity 13, Tuesday 14-15, Weekend Anatomy& Physiology 14, Monday 12, Tuesday 16, Tuesday 17, Saturday 17, Saturday 16, Monday 15, Tuesday 13, Wednesday C&T am HTM pm 17, Wednesday C&T (am) 20, Tuesday 18, Sunday Home Life Skills 17, Tuesday 16, Wednesday Comp Obed 19, Tuesday 17, Wednesday HTM (pm) 21, Wednesday C&T (am) 19-20, Mon-Tues Comp Obed Intensive 18, Wednesday Comp Obed 21-23, Mon-Wed Unit 1 How dogs learn 20, Wed Comp Obed 20/21 Weekend Instructors Rally 21, Wednesday HTM (pm) 21, Wed Competitive Obed 21, Saturday 24-25, Thurs-Fri Unit 2 Evol & Breeds 23, Saturday 23-25 Tue-Thurs Unit 8 ABM 27, Saturday 24, Saturday 25, Sunday LL&R 24, Saturday Intro to Behaviour 25, Sunday Canine 1 st Aid 22, Sunday (Out & About LS) 23-26, Mon-Thurs Unit 4 Instructing 26, Saturday 27, Sunday K9 Parkour 24, Sunday Tracking 25-29, Mon-Fri Dog Training Techs 31, Wednesday Comp Obedience 28, Wednesday Comp Obedience 27, Tuesday 29, Sunday Detector Dog 28, Wed C&T am HTM pm JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER 2, Monday 3, Tuesday 4-5, Wed-Thurs Unit 3 ESE Beh 7, Saturday 9-12, Mon-Thurs Nosework Week 17, Tuesday 18, Wednesday C&T am HTM pm 20, Friday Rally Training Day 21-22, Weekend Rally Trial 23-27, Mon-Fri Activity Week 28, Saturday 30-3, M-F Obed Summer Camp 30July - 3, M-Fri Obed Summer Camp 5, Sunday Search Dog 6-10, Mon-Fri Clicker Week 11, Saturday 25, Saturday 3, Monday 4, Tuesday 8, Saturday 10-13, Mon-Thurs Unit 4 Inst 16, Sunday Tracker&Detector 18, Tuesday 19, Wednesday Comp Obed 22, Saturday 23, Sunday Smart Dog 26, Wednesday C&T am HTM pm 28, Friday Intro Clicker 29-30, Weekend Clicker Weekend 1, Monday 2, Tuesday 8-11, Mon-Thurs Unit 5 Brain&Beh 13, Saturday 15-16, Mon-Tues Obed Intensive 17, Wednesday Comp Obed 21, Sunday Handy Hound 23, Tuesday 24, Wednesday C&T am HTM pm 27, Saturday 3-4, Weekend TTouch Follow On 5, Monday 6, Tuesday 10, Saturday 12-15, Mon-Thurs Unit 6 Beh Mod 17, Saturday Intro to K9 Behav 18, Sunday Canine 1 st Aid 20, Tuesday 21, Wednesday C&T am HTM pm 24, Saturday 25, Sunday Fun Life 28, Wednesday Comp Obed 1, Saturday 3, Monday 4, Tuesday 5, Wednesday C&T am HTM pm 8-9, Weekend Kamal (TBC) 11, Tuesday 12-14, Wed-Fri Unit 7 Beh Mod 16, Sunday Rally Freestyle MERRY XMAS 2

3 International Animal Behaviour Training College Working with KCAI to Ensure Best Possible Canine Professional Standards Preferred Educational Training Provider for KCAI. This means IABTC upholds rigorous standards of service and tuition and has been approved by: KCAI as a Preferred Educational Provider Angela White KCAI (Fellow) CD A, Ob A, Bah A. The instructor s instructor, is founder and principal lecturer of IABTC. She is a highly experienced handler, instructor, behaviourist, lecturer, judge, assessor and author of numerous qualifications, courses, books and articles on dog training and behaviour. She has KCAI accreditation at the advanced level in Behavioural Training, Companion Dog Training, Competitive Obedience and was the first (and currently the only) person to be awarded Fellowship of KCAI. With over 40 years experience in behaviour, instructing, and the delivery of courses for instructors since 1992, Angela will be leading the courses (unless otherwise stated) with other especially selected qualified instructors as appropriate. - How to Apply 1 Check Availability Check on our website, by email or phone that there are places available on the course you would like to attend. 2 Make your Payment You can pay by: Credit or Debit Card over the phone. PayPal send us payment direct from your PayPal account. On-line Directly from our website Cheque Made payable to IABTC and sent to the address below. BACS Send payment electronically ask for our account details Cash If you are attending the centre for another course, or wish to pop into the office or training centre to pay. Please do not send cash in the post. Payment Plan we can organise a payment plan to suit your needs contact the office to discuss the options. Make sure you give us: your name, address, postcode, email, phone and the title and date of the course. 3 Next Expect to receive confirmation email, directions to the venue & any other information you have requested or need. If you haven't heard from us within a week of your booking, please check with the office to ensure all has gone according to plan! 3 Then you can sit back & look forward to your course. But in the meantime, if you have any questions or queries, email or call the office and we will be happy to help. Booking Contacts hannah.iabtc@gmail.com or info@iabtc.co.uk Tel 01427 753918 (24 hour answer phone). IABTC, Haxey Study Centre, Turbary Road, Haxey Carr, Haxey, Doncaster, DN9 2JN Or email us from our website. www.iabtc.co.uk 3

Instructor Workshops & Seminars Helping You to Teach Pet Dog Training in Today s World (IABTC Working with KCAI to Ensure Best Possible Canine Standards ) IABTC Essential Solutions for Everyday Behaviour Problems July 4-5 95.00 KCAI Providing education for A3, A4, Behavioural Trainer, RDO, CD 2 Day workshop with presentation, demonstration and video. Everyday problems that instructors can prevent or solve. Covering: Noise, Biting, Growling, Lack of Recall, Chasing, Distraction, Mild Aggression, Excessive Pulling, Jumping Up, Stealing, Children and Dogs, Multiple Dogs, Separation, Hyper Activity, Fears and Phobias. Also proofing, generalisation, knowing your limitations, referral. NB This course will form part of our certified behaviour course from 2017. NEW IABTC Dog Training Techniques & Marketing (5 days) June 25 29 299.00 KCAI Providing education for A3, B RDO, CD. C Teaching Skills, Knowledge & Experience Seminar/practical workshop covering the training techniques needed for Puppies, Juvenile, Adult & Beyond. For those responsible for teaching others to train puppies, juvenile, adult and beyond. Largely practical workshop for instructors, behaviourists, and other professionals such as dog walkers, doggy day care etc. Learn the skills, techniques and alternatives to train dogs to become well behaved pets. Using motivational and natural behaviour methods with safety and welfare as a main priority. Also covers marketing, keeping your clients, expanding your business and gives you use of a full training programme to guide your clients with FREE access to IABTC certificates and work books for your clients. IABTC Aggression & Reactivity Workshop (4 days) February 8-11 200.00 KCAI Providing education for A3, A4, Behavioural Trainer, RDO, CD An in-depth look into canine aggression and reactivity, terms used, what causes it and how we can prevent and deal with it. This workshop will also include some real case studies and techniques to deal with reactive and or aggressive dogs. Ideal for those preparing to be instructors or behaviourists, for those wanting to brush up and learn more, or just for own interest and study. How do you create modification plans to treat reactive dogs? What do you do when you get a dog in class that reacts to other dogs or people? Should you keep them in class? Where do you draw the line? How do you help the owner get control of their dog? If you are faced with these questions or would help with a reactive dog this is the workshop for you. IABTC Rally Instructors Workshop (2 Days) January 20-21 95.00 Ideal for those wishing to teach Rally to other people. This workshop will include sign explanations, how to teach exercises, how to improve standards, how to plan training rounds, and how to prepare people for Rally Trials. IABTC Anatomy & Physiology (2 Days) April 14-15, (Date TBC) 150.00 Led by Di Rhodes, this workshop/seminar is aimed at all dog owners who wish to learn more about their dog and instructors who want to update their knowledge, fill any gaps and achieve a good standard of knowledge. It covers the structure of the dog, how structure influences movement and health, variations across breeds, fitness in relation to training and dog sports/activities. Limitations of advice and referral. After course assessment is available. New to Canine Behaviour? To Get You Started An Introduction to Canine Behaviour (1 Day) March 24 & November 17, Just 30 One-day Seminar. Ideal to help you to decide what to do next, what you know and what you don t know about canine behaviour and training. Also, an opportunity to discuss with Angela White the best way forward for you. IABTC Certificate of Attendance Available for These Instructor Courses 4

5 IABTC Certified Canine Behaviour Course Title: Canine Behaviour, Training & Modification Divided into a series of units delivered via seminars & workshops with additional home study. The course is ideal for Dog Training Instructors and Behavioural Trainers who want to know more about understanding behaviour and preventing, identifying and dealing with canine behaviour problems. The units detailed below can be studied on their own if you already have an in-depth knowledge of the previous units. We hold these units each year so if you can t manage them all in one year you can come back and study later. All Courses include learning materials, study guide/work book and assessment with full support. Unit 1 How Dogs Learn May 21-23 3 Days plus assessment 225.00 Canine behavioural development stages, blocks, catalysts and influences on learning, reward and motivation, nature versus nurture, temperament testing, instinctive and innate behaviours, communication, social learning, survival instincts, natural responses, emotions, senses, social groups, the dominance and hierarchy/pack order debate. Why not make a week of it and stay for unit 2? KCAI A3 A4 A5 Unit 2 Evolution and Breeds May 24-25 2 Days plus assessment 150.00 Understanding terms Ethology, cynology, behaviourist. Evolution and domestication - from ancient times to current breeds and influences. The wolf and its role in domestic dogs. Understanding breeds, breed specific behaviours and psychological and physiological needs of breed, breed types and individuals. Why not make a week of it and come for unit 1 as well? See Above. KCAI A3, A4, A5, A6 Unit 3 Essential Solutions to Everyday Behaviour Problems July 4-5 2 Days 150.00 Workshop with presentation, demonstration, practical and video. Everyday problems that instructors can prevent or solve. Covering: Noise, Biting, Growling, Lack of Recall, Chasing, Distraction, Mild Aggression, Excessive Pulling, Jumping Up, Stealing, Children and Dogs, Multiple Dogs, Separation, Hyper Activity, Fears and Phobias. Also proofing, generalisation, knowing your limitations, referral. NB This course will form part of our certified behaviour course from 2017. KCAI A4 Unit 4 IABTC Instructing Pet Dog Owners (Practical Competence) April 23-26 & September 10-13. 4 Days & assessment 299.00. Most people will need to attend unit 4 on more than one occasion to gain the best from it. It is largely aimed at those running classes but can also apply to teaching one to one. Those just starting out should attend at any time to get a good start and some ideas to work on at assistant level. Those returning for a second or third time will have a slightly different course to those there for the first time. Detailed feedback and individual support given as necessary. See next page. KCAI A7 A8, A9 CD RDO Unit 5 Brain & Behaviour October 8-11 4 Days plus assessment 299.00 Brain - how the brain works and how this affects behaviour. Normal and abnormal behaviour. Common causes of problems, Behavioural and emotional states including aggression, separation, anxiety and stress and make links to intrinsic responses, psychopharmacology and complementary therapies. This unit builds on Unit 1&2, therefore, those attending will be expected to have this knowledge. KCAI A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A7 & B Module Behavioural Trainer Unit 6 Introduction to Behaviour Modification November 12-15.4 Days plus assessment 299.00 Treatment of behaviour Problems - Case studies learning how to analyse specific behaviour problems and produce modification programmes in the real world. Also covering: professionalism, counselling and advising. For this unit you will be able to bring your own case studies, work though past case studies of the tutors and the centre as well as working with real clients under the supervision of the course leaders. Those attending this course will be expected to have a good working knowledge of the subjects in all of the above units. Unit 7 Intermediate Behaviour Modification December 12-14. 3 Days & assessment 225.00 Case studies Building on your knowledge of how to analyse more complex behaviour problems and produce modification programmes. Working with real cases and case studies. Unit 8 Advanced Behaviour Modification 2018 Jan 23-25. (2019 TBA) 3 Days & assessment 225.00 As Unit 7 Exploring more cases - Case studies Building on your knowledge of how to analyse more complex behaviour problems and produce modification programmes. Working with real cases and case studies. KCAI Units 6, 7 & 8 will cover aspects of A1 A9 plus B modules Behavioural Trainer, Professional Practice. Price includes tuition, course manual/workbook/handouts, full support, after course assignment & assessment with individual written feedback. These courses will have restricted numbers to ensure you of our best attention.

6 IABTC Instructing Pet Dog Owners Helping You to Teach Pet Dog Training in Today s World Up-to-date ideas and techniques, with emphasis on client centered learning, motivational training and welfare of dogs and their owners. (IABTC Working with KCAI to Ensure Best Possible Canine Standards ) IABTC Instructing Pet Dog Owners (Practical Competence) (Unit 4) Open to all levels whether you are thinking of becoming an instructor, just starting out, wanting to update or just a boost of confidence and new ideas this course is ideal. KCAI - This unit supports learning for B Modules: RDO, PP & CD and elements of the A section. Practical Skills for those mostly teaching classes, but teaching one to one will also be taken into consideration. This course is Unit 4 of our Canine Behaviour Course and also stands alone as a practical course for instructors of dog training. It explores the knowledge, exercises, skills and equipment needed to teach others the basic control of dogs and ensure progression. It will also cover basic problems and faults. First impressions, qualities of an instructor, expectations v reality, teaching techniques and roles, how people learn, effective communication, motivation, groups, planning sessions and courses, effects of training, blocks to learning, monitoring, evaluation, and limitations on advice. Relevant business laws, legal and financial responsibilities. Professional service and provision, organizational structures, code of practice, venues, facilities, resources, health and safety, incidents and accidents, insurance, equal opportunities. Ideal for those teaching dog training in classes, clubs, dog schools or individually. Also, a must for anyone dealing with behaviour problems to ensure that at least basic control skills can be taught. You may bring your own dog along on these courses (although this is not compulsory). There will also be opportunities to handle other dogs (some trained - some untrained) as well as trying out your instructing skills (with the support of your course tutor where necessary) on especially invited clients thus giving you the opportunity of working with real clients as part of the course. Some students will attend to gain more knowledge, others will hope to gain an IABTC qualification, and therefore assessment is available but not compulsory. For students who wish to be assessed this will be an ongoing throughout the week with a general assessment on the final day and an after-course assignment. Certificates will be graded depending on level of ability at that time. There are a number of levels that students can achieve with IABTC: Most people will attend on more than one occasion to build on knowledge and gain the best from this course. Students Returning for refresher or higher levels join the course as normal but are given additional individualized tuition and support The level you go for will depend on previous experience (those with little or no experience will start at level 1). IABTC Pet Dog Training Practical Competence (Assistant Instructor) (L1) IABTC Pet Dog Training Practical Competence (Instructor) (L2) IABTC Pet Dog Training Practical Competence (Advanced Instructor) (L3) IABTC Instructor Clicker & Target Training (C&T4 Inst.) This is our most popular course early booking advisable. More dates may be added if necessary 2018 - April 23-26, September 10-13 Check out the IABTC calendar on the website/calendar to see if you can link this course to another. The cost of this 4-day course is 299.00. This price includes tuition, lecture notes, full support, practical and after course assessment for those requiring it. There will be some evening study and one evening will be specifically included in the course timetable. These courses will have restricted numbers to ensure you of our best attention. IABTC Certificate of Attendance Available for All Instructor Courses Develop Your Instructing Skills And Give Your Clients and Their Dogs the Best Chance 6

7 International Animal Behaviour Training College Just Starting Out? IABTC Introduction to Clicker & Target Training (1 Day Workshop) 2017 March 2nd & Sept 28th 60.00 A one day workshop for those who are new to or unsure of clicker & target training. Incudes: basic introduction to the history and application of the technique, step by step guidance on why, how and when to use this system, psychology and value of motivation and reward. While spectators are welcome, you will learn more if you bring a dog. Candidates must have reasonable control of their dogs. Ideal for anyone interested in dog training, but new to Clicker and Target Training IABTC Certified Awards IABTC/C&T1 IABTC/C&T2 IABTC/C&T3 Instructor Level IABTC/Inst. C&T4 Already Using Clicker and Want to Learn More? IABTC Certified Awards and Training Sessions IABTC Clicker & Target Training Challenge 2018 WEDNESDAYS. Jan 17, Feb 21, March 28, April 11, May 2, June 13, July 18, (August See Clicker week), Sept 26, Oct 24, Nov 21, Dec 5 Half day sessions 20.00 NB HTM in the afternoon why not make a day of it for just 30 Once you have the basic idea of clicker training you and your dog are welcome to attend our regular Clicker & Target Training sessions (held every month). Here you can be guided through the stages and, if you wish can ask to be assessed at each level when you feel competent. Assessment and theory learning materials free of charge for regular attenders. New There is also the optional extra of working with some of our other clicker animals on some of these sessions. Assessment is not compulsory you can just come along to learn more and have fun with your dog. IABTC Clicker & Target Training.Clicker Weekend for levels 1 4 2018 March 3-4, September 29-30. 95.00 For those who are competent using clicker and/or as a follow on from the introduction. An in-depth session with optional assessment at the end. Book and pay for this 2-3-day workshop and receive free of charge the enrolment pack and learning materials for the C&T award that you are working towards. Summer Clicker Week 2018 August 6-10 299.00 including theory & practical assessments. 5 Days of Clicker training covering all IABTC C&T levels from Intro 3&4. Including the IABTC Clicker Zoo! Work with our interesting collection of clicker animals including chickens! What can you achieve in the week? It depends on what you can already do. Just starting out level 1 is easily achievable. Already had a go, level 1&2 could be within your grasp. A seasoned clicker and target trainer can probably do 1&2 and make a good start on 3. Someone who is already has 1-3 and is an IABTC instructor may be able to do level 4. All learning materials and assessments if required included in the price. IABTC Certified C&T Award Descriptions There is a theory section that you work through in your own time attached to all C&T awards. IABTC Clicker & Target Training (IABTC/C&T1) C&T1 looks at the basic use of clicker and target training your ability to time your clicks accurately and effectively, shape simple desired behaviours, free shape, put behaviours under cue, extend the duration of behaviours, use target sticks and other target objects, select, handle and deliver rewards well. Successful candidates can use IABTC C&T1 after their name. IABTC Clicker & Target Training (IABTC/C&T2) C&T2 looks at your ability to develop use of the system to work on more complex behaviours & includes: chaining, back chaining, generalisation, shaping without luring, changing cues, transferring targets, fading targets & cues, variable rewards. Successful candidates can use IABTC C&T2 after their name. IABTC Clicker & Target Training (IABTC/C&T3) C&T3 looks at the handler s ability analyse behaviour patterns and the construction of exercises or tests, to use the system to develop behaviour chains of increasing complexity, to reduce complex chains to one cue, free shape complex behaviour chains. Successful candidates can use IABTC C&T3 after their name. IABTC Instructing Clicker & Target Training (IABTC/Inst. C&T4) Open to those who have achieved IABTC/C&T 1-3 & IABTC Instructor qualification above assistant level. This level looks at the candidate s ability to instruct individuals and small groups in the art and science of clicker & target training. It will include developing your ability to teach others and guide them through the structure of exercises, timing, etc., as above and will require you to demonstrate your assessing skills, to identify if learning is taking place, to develop new exercises and challenges. Making classes interesting, motivational for both dog and handler. Successful candidates can use IABTC Inst. C&T4 after their name. 7

You & Your Dog at IABTC Monthly Training Sessions & Extras!! for 2018 IABTC Master Dog Trainer Awards () Sessions relaxed and friendly. All levels welcome. All Breeds Welcome. Become a Master Dog Trainer with IABTC!!! Or Just Enjoy the Dog Training Journey Or Both Full Day 10.00-4.00 30.00 2018 Mondays - January 8, February 5, March 5, April 16, May 14, June 11, July 2, September 3, October 1, November 5, December 3. 2018 Tuesdays - January 16, February 20, March 27, April 17, May 15, June 19, July 3, September 18, October 23, November 20, December 11. A variety of interesting and useful challenges to achieve with your dog, building on your relationship with the dog and with an emphasis on getting to know and read your dog better. Taking you though basic advanced control. Lots of imaginative and non- competitive challenges to choose from including: life-skills, nose-work, retrieve, agility, Flyball, carting, Treibball, HTM and much more. Ideal for those wanting to make progressive steps to produce a well-trained dog that you can be proud of and is a pleasure to own. (Great alternative way of proving your dog training skills for KCAI.) *NEW * Weekend Activity Workshops 2018 Sundays 1 Day Workshop 30.00 9.30 for 10 4.00 Jan 14 Acting & Dancing Partners Trick Workshop Feb 25 Loose Lead & Recall Challenges March 18 Life Skills in the Home April 22 Life Skills Out & About April 29 Nosework (Detector dog) May 27 Sport Challenge (Canine Parkour) June 24 Nosework (Tracker Dog) Aug 5 Nosework (Search Dog) Sept 16 Nosework (Tracking and Detection) Sept 23 Smart Dog Challenges Oct 21 Handy Hound Trick Workshop Nov 25 Fun Life Challenges Dec 16. Sport Challenge (RallyFree & Freestyle) NEW WEEKEND WORKSHOPS focusing on a specific area of the Awards each month. All levels welcome. Attend to work towards Awards or just to learn new things or improve your skills. Come to a specific workshop or attend them all. IABTC Awards offering you more choice and variety of interesting and useful challenges to achieve with your dog, building on your relationship with the dog and with an emphasis on getting to know and read your dog better. Taking you though basic advanced control. Lots of imaginative and non- competitive challenges to choose from including: life-skills, nose-work, retrieve, agility, Flyball, carting, Treibball, HTM and much more. Ideal for those wanting to make progressive steps to produce a well-trained dog that you can be proud of and is a pleasure to own. (NB Also a good alternative way of proving your dog training skills for KCAI.) What Are You Waiting For?? Get Booked on to you will love it!! 8

9 You & Your Dog at IABTC Training Sessions & Extras!! Sessions relaxed and friendly. All levels welcome. All Breeds welcome. Competitive Obedience Training (Wednesday 10.00 4.00) (Just 25 for the full day). January 31, February 28, March 21, April 18, May 16, June 20, Sept 19, Oct 17, Nov 28. For those competing or interested in competing in KC competitive obedience these sessions are ideal. All levels welcome from pre-beginners to Ch. All exercise covered, plus attention, motivation, show craft, and etiquette, unwritten rules and the secrets to success. Friendly inclusive atmosphere is promoted. Our experienced handlers are encouraged to support newcomers to the sport. Rings set up plus large indoor area for inclement weather. (Plus, don t miss our favorite obedience training week) All levels welcome from pre-beginner to C. All breeds welcome. Competitive Obedience Intensive As above but restricted numbers for a more personalized approach and not for complete beginners March 19-20 and October 15-16. 70 for 2 days. KC Rally Obedience Training 2018 Regular half day weekend sessions with Haxey Hound s. - Half day Saturday, 10am-1pm 10.00 Jan 13 & 27, Feb 17 & 24, March 17, April 7 & 21, May 12 & 26, June 9 & 23, July 7 & 28, August 11 & 25, September 8 & 22, Oct 13 & 27, Nov 10 & 24, Dec 1. Plus July 20-1 day training 30.00 followed by 2 day KC Rally trial (fees paid Separately) If you are looking for a bit more of a challenge beyond basic training, without the competitive and high precision element of competitive obedience, or if you want another sport to run alongside your other interests then Rally could be ideal for you and your dog. Now recognized in the UK by the Kennel Club. All levels (New starters to level 6 as well as those teaching others) welcome. All breeds welcome. Tuition given on how to enter, take part as well as how to understand and teach your dog the signs. Clicker Group Challenge Once a month on a Wednesday Half-Day Session (9.30 12.30) 20.00 Wednesdays Jan 17, Feb 21, March 28, April 11, May 2, June 13, July 18, September 26, October 24, November 21, December 5 For those already accustomed to using clicker training, or having attended an IABTC clicker one-day work- shop. These sessions will help you to improve your clicker training and offers 3 levels of clicker training to aim for via various clicker challenges and allows you to train with likeminded people. Why not stay for the full day for just 30.00 and join out HTM class. You can continue with your clicker work and/or join in with the dancing. Beginners Very Welcome HTM/Freestyle/Dances with Dogs/Musical Dressage Training Half Day Session HTM afternoon 1.30 4.30 20.00 Jan 17, Feb 21, March 28, April 11, May 2, June 13, July 18, Sept 26, Oct 24, Nov 21, Dec 5 Learn the basic and more advanced moves, and develop your skills, interpretation to music, link moves and creating a routine for fun, progress awards, demo or competition. Or for just 10 more, make it a full day by joining in the clicker class working on individual moves and strengthening skills in the morning and add the music in the afternoon! 10

Visiting Specialist Instructors Heelwork to Music & Comp Obedience with Mary Ray June 5-7 175 handlers for the 3 days, 40 spectators per day Those taking part can have individual time with Mary to do either HTM or Obedience (your choice) and also take part in some group work that will benefit both sports. Early booking recommended. Heelwork to Music/Freestyle with Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 13, April 3, May 1, June 12, July 17, (no August) Sept 4, Oct 2, Nov 6, Dec 4. 35 per handler and dog. Check for handler place availability. Spectators always welcome 20.00. Aimed at those wishing to improve their skills and prepare for competition or demonstration. Richard comes to IABTC monthly to teach a group who are increasingly doing well on the HTM show and demonstrations circuit. Heelwork to Music/Freestyle with Heather Smith 4 day workshop. Handlers 240 Spectators 30 per day 2018 Dates TBC Maximum 8 handlers. Another return visit from the excellent Heather Smith this workshop is aimed at those wishing to improve their skills and prepare for competition or demonstration. It will cover training exercises, across HTM and freestyle, making the most of moves, body awareness, choreography, musical interpretation and more. Heather s expertise is well known in the HTM field, winner of Crufts, Crufts judge, show organizer and internationally recognised, she is an excellent teacher and we are in for a great 4 days Interspersed within the teaching, Heather will demonstrate and explain how she works. Competitive Obedience with Kamal Fernandez Weekend Workshop 2018 Dates TBC Workshop 130.00 per handler and dog for the 2-day workshop. 30 per day spectators. The Master Class is aimed at any one interested in watching Kamal work with his own dogs and explain how he achieves the drive, motivation and precision across a range of breeds. The weekend workshops are aimed at those who are already competing in obedience and want to improve performance. We will be working on motivation and precision. Number of handler places will be kept deliberately low to enable Kamal to give a more in-depth tuition over the weekend. 10

Why not take your 2018 holidays with us? IABTC 4 Day Nosework Workshop July 9-12 (See also additional 1 day nosework workshops) Four days of all things olfactory tracking, detection, discrimination, search and rescue, and including CSI Dog Detective. Understand how your dog s nose works and learn how to work in harmony with your dog. A must for all doggy nose lovers!! All Breeds Welcome! IABTC awards for Nosework qualifiers available. Book Your Place Now. Just 200.00 **NEW**Summer Activity Camp**NEW** July 23-27 Mon Introduction to RallyfrEe & freestyle Workshop.Tues Canine Parkour Workshop Wed Agility & Activity Trail & Hoopers Hoops Workshop Thurs Treiball (am) Nosework (pm) Fri K9 Adventure Challenge Fun Day This week of doggy activities makes the perfect holiday for any dog enthusiast. You can camp/caravan on site, take local accommodation or travel in daily each day with a new challenge for you and your dog. Work towards IABTC awards in Canine Parkour, Tricks, Nosework and more. 30.00 per training day (Monday Friday) Competitive Obedience Camp 30 th July 4 th August Competitive Obedience All Week!! Mock show on the Thursday, Evening socializing, dog talk all week! See what a difference a week of intensive training might make to you and your dog share your success and/or work on a plan for future success. Camp/caravan on site or come daily it s up to you. 160 for all training sessions or 30 per day. Summer Clicker Week August 6-10. 5 Days of Clicker training covering all IABTC C&T levels from Intro 3&4. Including... IABTC Clicker Zoo! Work with our interesting menagerie of domestic farm and pet clicker animals. Including Chickens!! Plus bring your own dog to work with. What can you achieve in the week? It depends on what you can already do. Just starting out? Level 1 is easily achievable and we will get you started on level 2. Already got the basics? Level 1&2 could be within your grasp. A seasoned clicker and target trainer can probably do 1-2 and make a start on 3. Already started level 3? Your chance to get your animal work done plus make more progress. Someone who is already an IABTC instructor and already done 1-3 may be able to do level 4.

Investment in your Clicker Future is just 299.00 including theory & practical assessments

IABTC 2018 Seminars & Workshops Helping You to Gain Knowledge for Today s World 12 Tellington Touch with Jo Churlish 2 Two-day Workshops 120.00 per workshop February 3-4, 2018 - An introduction to TTouch November 3-4, 2018 - TTouch Follow on for those who have already attended an introductory workshop Tellington TTouch is a kind and respectful way of working with animals to help them overcome a variety of health and behavioural issues. It was developed over 30 years ago by Linda Tellington Jones and is now widely used around the world by dog trainers, shelter workers, vets, physiotherapists, behaviour counsellors, veterinary nurses, competition riders, riding instructors and animal owners. TTouch recognises an inextricable link between posture and behaviour and uses bodywork, groundwork exercises, and specific equipment to release tension and to promote a feeling of calm and well-being. This in turn helps animals develop selfconfidence and self-control and helps them move beyond their instinctive and, often fearful, responses. Our lovely TTouch tutor will be joining us again, Jo Churlish. She is a Tellington TTouch Practitioner (P1) - for Companion Animals, she is also almost qualified for TTouch for horses (TTEAM), a Qualified Vet Nurse, Post-Grad Cert - Companion Animal Behaviour Counselling, Degree-level Cert Applied Animal Behaviour, a member of APDT & is Working towards KCAI. IABTC Introduction to Canine Behaviour **Only 30.00** With Angela White (Fellow) KCAI Beh A, CD A, Ob A, Cert Ed. March 24th, November 17th. 1 Day taster seminar Just 30.00 A whistle stop tour around Canine Behaviour and will introduce you to the following topics: How Dogs Learn, How the Dog s Mind Works, What s Going on in the Brain, How Dogs Perceive Their World, Behavioural Development Stages, Canine Drives, Triggers, Genetics and Breeding, Behavioural States, Aggression, Separation. Plus, time for Questions and Answers and an opportunity to talk to Angela about your future study pathway. KCAI A3 A4 at an introductory level. IABTC Canine Emergency First Aid Introduction & Refresher Workshops With Expert Tutor Alison Clark, RVN, Tech. IOSH, Hon Mem BVNA, Cert Ed 2018 March 25th, November 18th. Cost 60.00 1 Day Workshops Alison will cover: recognizing problems, decision making, bandaging, restraint, giving Medication, taking samples, first aid kits, and more plus we will cover the training/preparation of dogs to make treatment easier and less stressful. Plenty of opportunities to ask questions. Working on real dogs as well as stuffies! Ideal for first time or refresher. NB It is good practice to refresh canine first aid just like human first aid every 3-4 years. Assessment and Certificate of Achievement. KCAI B Module Professional Practice www.iabtc.co.uk 12

13 You & Your Dog at IABTC Training Sessions & Extras!! Haxey Hounds Activities Sessions relaxed and friendly. All levels welcome. All Breeds welcome. Tuition from IABTC Approved Instructors Hannah Starr IABTC Inst, C&T3 Karen Holmes IABTC L1, C&T3 Both Instructors are working towards KCAI NEW In conjunction with IABTC come and try out the new Haxey Hounds Activity Trail Set amongst 7500 trees our trail is a pleasant woodland walk with canine activities along the way. An ideal way to keep fit and have fun with your dog fantastic mental and physical stimulation for you both. Great way to help develop your bond. Regular sessions organised by Hannah and Karen, plus one to one or group sessions by appointment. Haxey Hounds Regular Pet Dog Training Classes Thursdays following the IABTC dog training awards 6.00 7.00 Puppy class, 7.00 8.00 Adult Dogs Class, 8.00 9.00 Juvenile Dogs Class For All Haxey Hounds Activities Contact Hannah: 07808879221 hannah.iabtc@gmail.com 13

14 IABTC Distance Learning Helping You to Gain Knowledge for Today s World Start At Any Time No Rigid Deadlines. Learn at your own pace & in the comfort of your own home IABTC has prepared these courses especially for people like you - people with an interest in dogs and a desire to learn more. Your learning investment includes: learning materials (informational materials and references to support your learning and assessments. You will have full support from a nominated experienced friendly tutor. You will then work through the subject matter and produce written assignments to prove your learning and knowledge. These are sent to the IABTC for marking and you will be given constructive feedback. You are assured of fair, prompt and unbiased guidance and assessment from our experienced tutors. As long as you continue to work as the subject our tutors will help you to gain the knowledge. Support is always on hand. IABTC Care, Needs and Welfare of Dogs 275.00 includes all learning materials, support and assessment. This course is aimed at all dog owners who wish to learn more about their dog and instructors who want to update their knowledge, fill any gaps and achieve a good standard of knowledge. It covers basic fitness and exercise, grooming, health checks, food and nutrition, reproduction and neutering, health schemes, first aid, diseases, parasites, mental and physical stimulation, welfare and rights of the dogs. KCAI Section A1 IABTC Anatomy and Physiology of Dogs (Equivalent to in college as a 2 day workshop/seminar with assessment) 275.00 includes all learning materials, support and assessment. This course is aimed at all dog owners who wish to learn more about their dog and instructors who want to update their knowledge, fill any gaps and achieve a good standard of knowledge. It covers the structure of the dog, how structure influences movement and health, variations across breeds, fitness in relation to training and dog sports/activities. Limitations of advice and referral. KCAI Section A2 IABTC Living with Dogs 275.00 includes all learning materials, support and assessment. How does the dog fit into our lives? This course looks at the marvelous animal we are honoured to live with and identifies: how to choose the right dog, how to live in harmony with the dog, how to promote good relationship with your dog, the responsibilities of dog ownership, how to manage your dog in relation to other people, visitors, other dogs and animals. It will look at how to prevent problems occurring and include rule setting and owner attitude. The pros and cons of indoor and outdoor kennels will be discussed as well as how to choose and prepare your dog for going into boarding kennels. KCAI Section A6 IABTC Canine Behaviour (How Dogs Learn) (Equivalent to in college study Units 1) 275.00 includes all learning materials, support and assessment. This is a good course for anyone interested in what makes his or her dog 'tick'. It covers: Canine behavioural development stages, blocks, catalysts and influences on learning, reward and motivation, nature versus nurture, temperament testing, instinctive and innate behaviours, communication, social learning, survival instincts, natural responses, emotions, senses, social groups, the dominance and hierarchy/pack order debate. KCAI Section A - Module A3 A4 IABTC Canine Behaviour (Evolution and Breeds) (Equivalent to in college study Units 2) 275.00 includes all learning materials, support and assessment. This course covers Evolution and domestication - from ancient times to current breeds and influences. The wolf and its role in domestic dogs. Understanding breeds, breed specific behaviours and psychological and physiological needs of breed, breed types and individuals. KCAI Section A - Module A3 A4 14

15 IABTC Distance Learning Helping You to Gain Knowledge for Today s World Start At Any Time No Rigid Deadlines. Learn at your own pace & in the comfort of your own home IABTC Teaching People (your dog owning clients) 275.00 includes all learning materials, support and assessment. A sound theoretical knowledge will build from this course. Students will cover the qualities of a good instructor, the roles responsibilities and limitations of teaching dog owners, the art of good communication, lesson and course planning, making teaching fun, progression routes, assessing and teaching people, evaluation and feedback, PR, as well as the more logistical and legal aspects of teaching dog training. This course is suitable for those who have already trained at least one dog (preferably more) to a good standard, and are ready to pass on their knowledge to others. KCAI A7 A8 A9. Section B: This unit supports learning for B Modules: Responsible Dog Ownership, Professional Practice & CD. Section C: Teaching, knowledge and Experience In relation to teaching dog training classes or one to one) IABTC Professional Practice in Dog Training Business 275.00 includes all learning materials, support and assessment. The professional side of your dog training business image, services, looking at the relevance and meaning of codes of practice and professional conduct using KCAI and IABTC as base examples. Professional and other relevant and useful memberships, networking, building up referrals and contacts, resources choice & selection and including venues, equipment to use and equipment to sell as a service and aid prof- its. Record keeping, emergency procedures, analysing and utilising feedback and continual professional development (CPD). Lots of helpful advice on how to build a professional as well as successful dog training business with opportunities to build contacts via IABTC. KCAI A7 and B Module Professional Practice 15

16 IABTC Distance Learning Helping You to Gain Knowledge for Today s World Instructing, Behaviour and Behaviour Modification Want to become a behavioural trainer or behaviourist? On this page courses are tailor made for those wanting to work with canine behaviour modification. IABTC Brain and Behaviour (Also available in college as Unit 5) 275.00 includes all learning materials, support & assessment. Following on from canine behaviour basic principles, this course looks at the Brain - how the brain works and how this affects behaviour. Normal and abnormal behaviour. Common causes of problems, Behavioural and emotional states including aggression, separation, anxiety and stress and make links to the olfactory system, intrinsic responses, psychopharmacology and complementary therapies. KCAI Section A - Module A1 A2 A3 A4. IABTC Canine Behaviour (Problem Behaviour Introduction) (Available in college as Unit 6 & practical) 275.00 includes all learning materials, support & assessment. Covers counselling and advising skills, and a range of behaviour problems that occur in dogs, this course looks at recognising problems and being able to identify and understand the cause of behavioural problems and abnormalities in dogs. It will cover common problems such as barking, aggression, excitability, stealing, separation anxiety, etc. to more unusual problems such as phobias. It will also look at modification plans to manage and bring behaviour under control. This course assumes you have the knowledge offered in canine behaviour (How Dogs Learn, Breeds and Evolution and Brain and Behaviour) and builds on that knowledge. KCAI A4 A7 and B modules Behavioural Trainer and Professional Practice. IABTC Intermediate Behaviour Modification (Also available in college as Unit 7 with practical) 275.00 includes all learning materials, support & assessment. Case studies Building on your knowledge of how to analyse more complex behaviour problems and produce modification programmes. Working with real cases and case studies. KCAI A4 A7 and B modules Behavioural Trainer and Professional Practice. IABTC Advanced Behaviour Modification (Also available in college as Unit 8 with practical) 275.00 includes all learning materials, support & assessment. As above Exploring more cases - Case studies Building on your knowledge of how to analyse more complex behaviour problems and produce modification programmes. Working with real cases and case studies. KCAI A4 A7 and B modules Behavioural Trainer and Professional Practice. 16

17 The IABTC Career Pathway IABTC Pathway One Do you want a Career as a Dog Training Instructor? Just Starting Out? Have Little or No Professional Experience? Here s how to start. In College Introduction to Canine Behaviour followed by Units 1, 2, 3&4 Or Distance Learning Canine Behaviour (How Dogs Learn, Evolution & Breeds), Teaching People (Your Dog Owning Clients) Professional Practice in Dog Training Business Essential Solutions to Everyday Behaviour Problems Plus Additional Practical Courses (some of which are available by distance learning) select some or all of the following: Teaching People with Their Puppies, Teaching People with Their Adolescent Dogs, Teaching People with Their Adult Dogs, Teaching Non-competitive Agility, Canine Aggression, Reactivity in Dogs, Clicker and Target Training. (These practical courses can be done in any order). To Gain IABTC Approved Instructor awards you will need to attend and successfully pass the assessment on the Instructing Pet Owners Course (Unit 4) on at least one occasion. The Instructor course has 3 levels: Assistant, Instructor and Advance Instructor. Most people starting out gain Assistant to start and work their way up over time and with experience. IABTC also has approved Clicker & Target Training Instructors. For this you need to work through our C&T awards 1-4. Each one offers its own award and title. You will also need other supporting knowledge which can be gained from the following courses: Practical: first aid training for humans and dogs Theory: Care, Needs and Welfare of Dogs, Anatomy and Physiology of Dogs, Living with Dogs. Gaining Hands On Experience: You will need to train your own dog (or borrow one). It is not good practice to attempt to teach anything you have not done yourself. Therefore training your dog up to and beyond the level is of paramount importance. You can do this by attending our regular training sessions in a range of disciplines. We offer: IABTC Challenges leading to our IABTC Master Dog Trainer Award, Heelwork to Music, Treibball, Rally, Competitive Obedience. More Hands on Experience: We also offer longer training sessions e.g. 2 day events and even full weeks in the summer. If you are not local enough to come to us regularly we may be able to help you to find a good trainer near you and you could complement this by attending some of our longer sessions, taster/activities weeks etc. These include: search and rescue, nose-work, carting, gundog, agility, Flyball, working trials, Treibball, IABTC Activity Trail. Additional Knowledge and Skills: You will also find the following seminars/workshops useful; Tellington Touch (TTouch), Zoopharmacognosy, Dog Law, Canine Nutrition, Clicker and Target Training, 17

18 IABTC Pathway Two Do you want to have a Career as a Dog Behaviourist/Behaviour Consultant? Just Starting Out? Have Little or No Professional Experience? You need all of Pathway One - Plus the following In College Units 5, 6, 7, 8 Or Distance Learning Brain and Behaviour, Canine Behaviour (Problem Behaviour Introduction), Plus Intermediate and Advanced Behaviour Modification is advisable to attend at least unit 7 and 8 in college so that you can be supported and assessed appropriately. - IABTC Pathway Three Do you want to have a Career as a Dog Training Instructor / Behaviourist? Already have some Experience/Knowledge/Qualifications? Attend unit 4. This will enable us to assess where you are at and what you need to do. On this course we give detailed individual feedback to each participant and this will include suggestions as to how to proceed. At IABTC we cover the whole range of knowledge and practical experience you need to become a quality professional instructor and or behaviourist. You need to look at the topics below and decide if you are at the level where if you were asked about these aspects by a client you would have no hesitation in answering at a good general knowledge level as an instructor and a more in-depth level as a behaviourist. The Topics: If you are giving advice, you need to look at things from all angles e.g. breed, health, welfare, antecedents, brain activity, neural pathways, homeostasis, drives, motivations, psychopharmacology, owner ability, training, behaviour and more. Do you have practical experience at the very least to the level you wish to teach if not you need to address this. Join the KCAI Scheme As a Preferred Educational Provider for KCAI, IABTC courses will provide excellent evidence for this City and Guilds validated qualification and we will help you to gain the qualification by showing you exactly where our courses fit and giving individual support to help you through. Gaining More Experience: If you have not already done so you need to gain experience over a range of dogs. This can be achieved by helping out at a rescue. Higher Level Experience this can be gained by taking your own dog to a higher level of training. Pick any discipline that has levels and targets. If you have achieved them all in one discipline then go on to another. The more you do the more your dog will teach you!! If you don't have a dog then borrow one! Need More Help? Please do not hesitate to contact us and we can talk you through your options. Tel 01427753918. Or email us with what you have already done and we can help you to move forward. hannah.iabtc@gmail.com or info@iabtc.co.uk 18

19 Go On-Line or Ask us for More Information Calendar of Events See our courses, workshops, seminars and training sessions at a glance on the IABTC website Publications Books by Angela White Dog Training Instructors Manual (now available via Amazon Kindle) Clicker and Target Training (now available via Amazon Kindle) Happy Dogs Happy Winners (Competitive Obedience step by step) www.iabtc.co.uk Dog Training Equipment by Trainers Choice Buy for your own use or sell for your business / club to make a profit. Wide range of rope, grippa and padded webbing leads, collars, harnesses. Clickers, Target Sticks, Whistles, Rope Toys, Fleece Toys, bedding, etc. Also special order service available. www.trainerschoice.co.uk 19