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College of Veterinary Medicine
Office of Continuing Education & Outreach

Living in Harmony with Your Pets: Behavior Principles for Pet Owners

 

Saturday, February 9, 2008

The purpose of this course is to celebrate the special relationship between people and their pets. Using case examples and video clips, Drs. Sherman and Gruen will help pet owners see the world from their pets' perspective in order to prevent and manage common behavior problems in the home.

This course is directed toward dog and cat owners. During the day, participants will be invited to submit questions to the speakers for response during the final Q & A session.

Registration

Registration for this course is $40 paid before January 19, 2008, and $50 paid after January 19. Registration includes lectures, lunch, and a proceedings manual. A registration form is available here.

Cancellation policy: A refund less a 25% administrative fee will be granted for notices received in writing, either by mail, fax, or e-mail, by February 8, 2008. No refunds will be granted after the course has begun.

Location & Lodging

This course will be held at the NC State College of Veterinary Medicine at 4700 Hillsborough Street in Raleigh, NC. For information on area hotels, visit our informative website.

   

Continuing Education

Because this course is intended to be for laypeople, veterinarians and veterinary technicians may not earn CVME, though they are welcome to attend.

ADA Statement

If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in the activity, please contact Samantha Hartford to discuss your needs at least 30 days prior to the event.

   
Schedule
8:30am Registration
9:00am Living in Harmony with Puppies - Dr. Sherman
10:00am Living in Harmony with Kittens - Dr. Gruen
10:50am Break
11:10am Living in Harmony with Dogs - Dr. Sherman
12:10pm Lunch
1:10pm Living in Harmony with Cats - Dr. Gruen
2:10pm Kids and Pets - Dr. Sherman
3:00pm Break
3:20pm Q&A Session (see registration form) - Drs. Gruen & Sherman
Pets with behavior problems that require a customized approach may wish to consult the Animal Behavior Service of the NCSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital via their web site www.animalbehaviorservice.com
Speakers
Barbara Sherman, MS, PhD, DVM, Dipl. ACVB
Clinical Associate Professor, Veterinary Behavior
Department of Clinical Sciences
Margaret Gruen, DVM
Resident, Veterinary Behavior
Department of Clinical Sciences

 

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NC State College of Veterinary Medicine
Office of Continuing Education & Outreach
4700 Hillsborough Street
Raleigh, NC 27606
919-513-6259