No matter what a person’s status or level of achievement or problem with their dog, those who have reached the pinnacle or rock bottom in training do not sit on their laurels once they’ve reached a hard place or the top. They keep striving for a solution. The one core characteristic they share is hunger. And, invariably, like you, their hunger has caused them to seek out the finest resources and best coaches to help them attain—and keep—the goal, experiencing greater levels of not only achievement, but fulfilment as well.

James is a leading Dog Specialist that travels throughout South Africa and the World to where he is needed in helping owners rehabilitate their dog behavior problems and giving talks on the insights of Dog Psychology.

Click here to learn more on what to expect from an entertaining talk from James…

You may have already seen James at:

• Speaker at the South African World of Dogs and Cats Expo (WODAC).
• Main speaker at the MARS – Manufacturers of Pedigree & Royal Canine Food fun day. 
• A guest speaker at the South African Butler Academy.
• A guest speaker at Dog Breeder Associations.

Workshops are focused at groups of less than 15 people who are wanting a more personal and practical experiencing in learning.

General Workshop: 

Specialized Workshops: 

(Please note that for some of the Specialized workshops you will need to attend the General Foundations Workshop before hand)

 

Dog Health, Longevity, Nutrition and Feeding Schemes:

Learn the real truth behind food, the environment, diseases, cancers, allergies, behaviorism and death around dogs. Observe and understand the different ways to exercise your dog for preventing many common conditions and post recovery after injuries or surgery. Understanding which treatments work and how the correct combinations will generate more efficient results. Learn about Organic cooking for your dog. How to increase your dog’s lifespan by a minimum of 30% and about Dog Gym.

 

Dog Park Etiquette, Safety and Protocols plus Pack Walk:

Many dog parks are like a ticking time bomb. Learn about the correct protocols to follow when taking your dog to the park. The procedures on taking your dog in and out of the car, walking to the park. Identifying and handling problem dogs and owners. How to prevent a dog fight, stop it, correct and consequent a dog correctly in terms of dog psychology. Learn how to turn the park into a working environment. Learn to identify dog body langue and energy and how to introduce your dog to other dogs and develop correct dog socialization. The session also involves a pack walk with James in the dog park as part of the workshop. The only way to avoid and rehabilitate a problem, is to understand it.

 

Puppies and Puppy hood – How to raise a balanced dog:

Getting a puppy is an exciting event. This lessons helps you find the right puppy and understand how to raise it in a balanced way including how to prevent behavioral problems from escalating and dealing with common dog situations.

 

New Dog – How to adopt and raise a new dog:

This workshop helps you prepare and make the best transition to dog ownership – including selecting the right dog, handling regular dog necessities, plus catching and addressing behavioral issues early. Start out with the right step with your new best friend for life

 

Aggression:

This workshops deals with the first critical steps in dealing with aggression and understanding the two main types of aggression – Dominant and Fear aggression, identifying your dog’s aggression type, finding the right trainer and then becoming an integral and positive part of the rehabilitation process.

 

Fear:

Fear can develop for different reasons including low self-esteem and stressful surroundings. Learn how you can change yourself, your dog and your dog’s environment to help you overcome his fear. This workshop will guide you in developing a strategy for rebuilding your dog’s self-esteem. Additionally, fear of lightning and fireworks will be specifically discussed.

 

Anxiety:

Anxious dogs need a Calm Assertive Pack Leader to show them that it is okay to relax. You will learn how to maintain the balanced energy your dog needs and use the insights taught by James to make your dog feel secure. Additionally, separation anxiety will be specifically discussed.

 

Hyperactivity:

This workshops focuses on your rehabilitating your dog exhibiting signs of hyperactive energy as chances are that some of his needs are unfulfilled. You will learn how to improve your ability to meet your dog’s needs by providing the correct exercise and state of being, ignoring attention seeking behavior and projecting calm assertive energy.