Eva Bertilsson in Australia!

What You Will Gain:

In-depth Understanding: Day 1&2 Eva will delve into the principles of positive reinforcement, sharing strategies that are effective across different training scenarios.
Practical Skills: Day 3&4 Learn hands-on techniques to improve your approach to husbandry-related tasks, turning them into positive experiences for both you and your learners. 6 working spots available
Confidence Boost: Overcome feelings of isolation, embarrassment, and stress. This workshop will empower you with the knowledge and confidence to provide the best cooperative care training

Eva Bertilsson: A World-Renowned Expert in Animal Training

We are thrilled to host Eva Bertilsson, a globally recognised authority in the field of animal training. Eva’s extensive knowledge and experience, backed by her master’s degree in behavior analysis, makes her an invaluable resource for trainers seeking to advance their skills. She has made significant contributions to the Karen Pryor Clicker Expo and is the co-author of the acclaimed book ‘Agility Right from the Start’. Eva’s expertise extends far beyond agility training, encompassing the core principles of positive reinforcement applicable across various animal training disciplines.

Two Day Option (Sat&Sun): $350
Four Day Option: $700
Four Day Working Spot Option: $850
Morning Tea and Afternoon Tea will be provided

Why Attend This Workshop?

Eva Bertilsson’s approach is not just theoretical but also deeply practical. By attending, you will gain access to insights that blend scientific understanding with real-world applications. This is more than just a learning opportunity; it’s a chance to be part of a community dedicated to excellence in animal training.

Your Next Steps:

Mark Your Calendar: Ensure you’re available on December 6-9, 2024.
Register Now for This Opportunity: Secure your spot via the form on this site. Spaces are limited and will be in high demand.
Prepare for Transformation: Get ready to experience a significant shift in your training proficiency, empowering you to handle husbandry-related tasks with greater ease and confidence.

Day 1-2: Seminar

Lectures
Live demos, Eva working with dogs on stage
Time for questions

*Seminar attendees will also get the opportunity to engage in some practical exercises

Topics include:

Goals and priorities in cooperative care training
Getting stuff done
“Attitude-direction-precision”
How are we doing? Data collection in the moment and over time
Helpful behaviours and how we build them
Positive reinforcement contingencies
Relaxation, movement and stillness
Making use of what you’ve got
Sports training inspiration
Introducing stimuli and building toward medical procedures
Identifying components
A multi-angled approach
From “okay” to “yay”
Learners in control
Dealing with plateaus
Honoring the learner’s voice
The ABC of choice and control
The story of start button behaviors
Functional assessments
“But what if we have to?” Force conditions, warning signals and more.
The human factor
Making

Day 3-4 workshop

Cooperative Care In Practice - a relaxing, joyful and enriching experience for all!

Practical training with 6 dog/handler teams, where the attending dog teams will be coached by Eva in their cooperative care training, and at the same time function as demo dogs for the class.

During the workshop we’ll put the knowledge from the seminar days into practice! Attendees get to follow along as Eva coaches the attending teams. The training will be individualized and focus on the needs of each team, which means that attendees will get to observe a wide range of challenges and solutions within the realm of cooperative care. Most of the training in the workshop will happen individually, but there might also be moments when several teams are practicing simultaneously.