Clinical Animal Behavior Conference

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📢Speaker Spotlight: Jennifer Shryock

Jennifer is a distinguished figure within the realm of dog behavior and family dynamics. As the proprietor and creator of Family Paws® LLC, she brings forth a wealth of expertise and experience. Holding certifications as a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) and a Licensed Family Dog Mediator, Jennifer boasts a robust background, including a dual degree in special education and Elementary Education, supplemented by over three decades of professional practice.
Her contributions extend beyond her own ventures, having served on various esteemed boards, such as the International Childbirth Education Association, and notably as Vice President of Doggone Safe, an esteemed non-profit organization devoted to dog bite prevention and victim support during her tenure from 2001 to 2016.
Jennifer's authority as an expert in dog and baby/toddler interactions and safety is widely acknowledged. She has provided mentorship to numerous professionals in the field, alongside prolific authorship and public speaking engagements on these vital topics.
A pivotal moment in Jennifer's career arose while collaborating with the rescue organization from which she adopted her own canine companion. Witnessing the challenges faced by families with infants or young children in navigating their pet dynamics, she recognized a pressing need for guidance and education. This realization spurred the development of tailored resources through Family Paws®, ultimately leading to the establishment of acclaimed international programs such as Dogs & Storks® and Dogs & ToddlersTM. This evolution culminated in the establishment of Family Paws® Parent Education, a global provider of comprehensive programs and services.
Residing in Cary, North Carolina, Jennifer's personal life mirrors her professional dedication to fostering harmonious relationships between humans and animals. She shares her home with her husband, children, three dogs, five cats, and two endearing guinea pigs.

Has anyone heard the song "End of Beginning" by Djo? Every time I hear it I think about all the learning, networking and feelings from being at the Clinical Animal Behavior Conference. Who's getting excited, only 2 more months until we meet!!

📍📍📍Raffle Raffle…. Who loves a Raffle???? Coming Soon …. Exciting news about our Conference Raffle items and how you can help give back. 🧡🐾

📢Thursday Speaker Spotlight: Dr Sheilah A. Robertson BVMS (Hons), PhD, DACVAA, DECVAA, DACAW, DECAWBM (WSEL), CVA, FRCVS.🐾

After graduating from the University of Glasgow, Dr Robertson undertook specialized training in anesthesia and pain management. She is board-certified in anesthesia and in animal welfare by the respective American and European Colleges. She holds a certificate in small animal acupuncture and shelter medicine. Dr Robertson is a certified Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine Palliative and End-of-Life practitioner. Her current position is senior medical director of Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice, a large network of veterinarians dedicated to end-of-life care. Dr Robertson is a courtesy lecturer at the College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida.

📢Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Hagar Hause🐾

Dr. Hause earned her Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences from the University of Maryland College Park. She graduated cm laude from the University of Florida School of Veterinary Medicine. After graduating, she completed an internship in small animal medicine, surgery, and emergency at Friendship Hospital for Animals in Washington, D.C. She then completed a residency in veterinary behavioral medicine at the University of Pennsylvania Ryan Veterinary Hospital. She has experience in treating canine and feline behavior concerns, including affective aggression, generalized anxiety, noise phobias, separation anxiety, compulsive behaviors, elimination in the home, etc. Dr. Hauser is published in the Journal of Veterinary Behavior for her research on reducing stress in dogs during veterinary visits and was granted the Fear Free Research Award for this project. She has achieved Fear Free Elite Certification and believes low-stress handling in the veterinary clinic is key to providing the best medical care to every animal. She is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists.

📢Thursday Speaker Spotlight: Kristin Klebba, VTS 🐾

Kristen graduated from Macomb Community College with an associate’s degree in veterinary technology in 2006. After graduation, while working at a small animal practice, she adopted a Jack Russell Terrier named Daphne, who suffered from anxiety, sparking her passion for behavioral medicine. Kristen completed the Karen Pryor Academy Professional Dog Training program in April 2015 and joined the behavior team at Oakland Veterinary Referral Services in November 2015, where she furthered her knowledge of animal behavior and achieved her Veterinary Technician Specialty in Behavior in 2020. Kristen has since made the switch back to general practice, where she is looking forward to spreading more behavior knowledge by educating pet parents on proper puppy/kitten socialization and development, improving low-stress handling techniques for veterinary staff, and teaching cooperative care techniques for veterinary procedures. In her free time, Kristen enjoys spending time with her Corgi, Mac and cat, Sawyer.

📢Thursday Speaker Spotlight: Jeannine Moho🐾

Jeannine Moga, MA, MSW, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with specialties in veterinary social work, occupational stress/resilience, and grief and loss – which to most people sounds incredibly stressful, but to her ignites a sense of purpose! She has previously delivered VETgirl wellness content. Jeannine pursued a Master’s degree in Sociology (Washington State University) before changing fields and receiving her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota in 2004. She has developed and led two veterinary social work programs (Veterinary Social Services at the University of Minnesota’s Veterinary Medical Center and Family & Community Services at NC State University’s Veterinary Hospital). She has spent the past 15 years working with veterinary, animal welfare, and social services professionals to address the intersections of human and animal health and well-being. She is now in private practice in Southeast Virginia, where she serves as a therapist and veterinary social work educator/ consultant. In her spare time, Jeannine enjoys trail riding, yoga, home renovation projects, and trying to bake the perfect pie. Jeannine and her husband share their lives with/wrangle a teenager, four dogs, a bird, and a horse.

🧐Did you know this year's conference will offer in-person or virtual 16.5 Behavior-Focused CE hours? These hours count for RACE, CCPDT, and IAABC! 👀

🎯So don't delay—head to https://avsab.org/2024-clinical-animal-behavior-conference/ and register for the 2024 Clinical Animal Behavior Conference at the Anti-Cruelty Society in lovely Chicago, October 18th—20th. 🐾

📢Thursday Speaker Spotlight: “Michael Shikashio"🐾

Michael Shikashio, CDBC, is the founder of AggressiveDog.com and focuses on teaching other professionals from around the world on how to successfully work aggression cases. He is a five-term president of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) and was the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) Member of the Year in 2020.
Michael is sought after for his expert opinion by numerous media outlets, including the New York Times, New York Post, Fox News, The List TV, Baltimore Sun, WebMD, Women’s Health Magazine, Real Simple Magazine, SiriusXM Radio, The Chronicle of the Dog, and Steve Dale’s Pet World. He also hosts the popular podcast show “The Bitey End of the Dog,” where he chats with the foremost experts on dog aggression.
He has been a featured keynote speaker at conferences, universities, and seminars in more than 200 cities and 14 different countries around the world, and offers a variety of educational opportunities on the topic of canine aggression, including the Aggression in Dogs Master Course and the annual Aggression in Dogs Conference.

Our 2024 Conference Speakers & Topics 🙂

This is just a reminder to head on over to https://avsab.org/annual-cabc-conference/ ,click on the PRN Reconcile purple box and register to win a FREE Registration to the 2024 Clinical Animal Behavior Conference.

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We have amazing news!

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Clinical Animal Behavior Conference - The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior Once a year, the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior hosts a symposium on a variety of topics related to animal behavior. Registration is open to all behavior professionals. Be sure to sign up soon, as seats typically fill up fast!

Don't forget our "Poll". We have pinned it above to make it more accessible. Thank you to those who have already answered.

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We are excited to announce CattleDog Publishing - The Legacy of Dr. Sophia Yin as one of our 2024 Conference Sponsors. Thank you for your continued support.

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We are looking for your input regarding the 2024 Conference and would like to know if you would be interested in attending one of the following:

A) A Networking Happy Hour at a nearby bar after a full conference day?

OR

B) An organized sit-down dinner at a nearby restaurant, after a full conference day?

Please respond with A or B in the comments below. As always, we appreciate your input and continued support.

Thank you :)

We hope everyone is having a safe and happy New Year thus far.

Lots of great information is coming very soon!!!!!

🐾🐾🐾We are excited to announce that Purina will join us in 2024 as a Conference Sponsor.

Thank you. 😊 We can't wait to see 👀 you next year!

A little late:
Congrats to our 2023 Conference Raffle Winners 🙂.

Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets. 100% of the raffle purchases went to The Anti-Cruelty Society.

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard!

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Thank you 2023 CABC Attendees. We hope you had a fabulous conference and we look forward to seeing you in 2024, once again in Chicago. 🐾.

Conference surveys should be sent out soon. Please complete, and send back as your feedback is very much appreciated.

Keep your 👀on this page for conference photos, special interest posts, 2024 updates and more. 🙌🏻

Thank you to our Day 3 speaker📍

🐾 Dr. Miller

Thank you to our Day 2 Speakers📍

🐾Dr. Van Haaften

🐾Danielle Bolm

🐾Allie Bender

Roman says…. Whhhhhattt it’s the last day of the conference????

Day 3🐾🐾🐾🐾