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I just saw the COOLEST thing. It's an amazing feeling to see a whole body of work in ONE place... and that's what we now have: all of our The Justice Clearinghouse online courses on ONE page (https://lnkd.in/gvyVRMjj). Seeing this also evokes such feelings of gratitude: walking down memory lane and remembering all of the amazing speakers and organizations we've worked with on all of these incredible courses that have the power to help criminal justice professionals. From working with individual speakers on single courses, to the sprawling, wide-ranging certification courses with a myriad of speakers and review committees, I've learned so much from all of you throughout this process --and cherish each and every one of you and those experiences. 😀 What a great way to close out the week! Katie Nelson Duane Bowers National Animal Care & Control Association Jim Crosby M.S., PhD., CBCC-KA, CDBC Daniel DeSousa Martha Smith-Blackmore, DVM Nick Lippincott Phil Arkow Spencer Conover Zarah Hedge Alice Bourgeon Nina Stively, CAWA Denise Beagley Dr. Jeff Fox, PhD Marc Hildebrand Katharine Manning Jesse Trevino, MS, PhD Candidate Joe Smarro Brenda Dietzman Ray Nash Margaret Crowley Sara E. Mahoney Gary Cornelius Callie Stewart, LMSW Alejandro Palacios National Organization for Victim Advocacy NOVA Jerrica Owen, CAWA Lynsey White #onlinecourses #onlinecertifications #criminaljustice #publicsafety #lawenforcement #animalcontrol #leadership #dispatch #probation #victimservices #victimassistance #victinadvocacy

It was a big year! This year Every Dog: -Gave $60k in financial aid ensuring that everyone who wants training can afford it. -Veterinary Behavior financial assistance helped over 25 dogs work with a specialist to get the medicine they needed to thrive when they couldn't have afforded it otherwise. -Dozens of shelter and foster dogs came to take group training classes or explore our space, giving them much needed breaks from the shelter and helping their favorite humans learn new training skills. -We featured (and paid) 10 BIPOC trainers and behavior experts to give their time for free webinars, pushing for representation in the field and highlighting voices of color. -We had 5 trainers become certified through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers®. -Over 44,000 people watched our free webinars on YouTube. -We published a "how to find a dog trainer" guide with Roland's Silly Goose Crew and kept up an Austin area trainer directory to help people find amazing trainers. -We offered dozens of training sessions in Spanish. -We hosted a 3 part series on mental health resources for our staff and over a dozen local trainers. -Dozens of volunteers gave over 800 hours of their time assisting in group classes! We couldn't do any of it without you! We can't wait to see what 2025 brings! #SpotifyWrapped See less

I have been asked for this document about six times in the last two weeks so I thought I would share here. This is a policy developed by keepers for keepers. When someone makes a mistake the first goal isn’t to punish. It’s to solve the problem. Mistakes are still documented but so are the solutions to make those mistakes more difficult to make. I think the number of times I’ve been asked for it highlights that our frontline leaders need more support and coaching from CEO’s, COO’s, Directors of Animal Care, and Curators on accountability and coaching. They are awesome animal keepers but don’t yet have the skills needed to coach and develop accountability policies.

Pets With A Mission, Inc.: Aggressive Pets 🐾 Aggression in Pets: Aggression in animals can be a concern, but often it's just misunderstood behavior that can be corrected with training. 🐶🐱🐰 Many pets with minor aggression issues can become loving companions with patience and education. Consider giving these pets a chance! #PetTraining #AdoptDontShop #PetBehavior https://lnkd.in/g-gi_wAh

💡 Did you know that not all assistance dogs are labradors! 💡 . Cruz is now 17 weeks and training consistently. Keep your fingers crossed he will be successful in passing his Public Access Test in the future 🤞 . Remember: We know he's really really cute but you must refrain from interacting with assistance dogs so they stayed focused with the needs of their handler. If unsure, it's always best to ask. 🧡 #assistancedogintraining #assistancepuppy #puppyintraining #cockerspaniel #puppy

What Does It Take to Get Your L Plates as an Assistance Dog in Training at Integra? To become an assistance dog in training at Integra, the prospective dog must demonstrate calmness and be settled (non-reactive) in busy and noisy settings as well as to external stimuli. Additionally, the dog should be well-socialised with other canines and humans, meaning it does not solicit attention from others. We are looking for young pedigree Labrador dogs that display no signs of aggression or anxiety. We also assess the dog's biddability, which refers to the dog being easily led and responsive to training techniques; essentially, the young dog should be a motivated and keen learner. We look for dogs that display affection and are comfortable with body contact as part of their activity/training. This means the dog should like or seek contact with its handler/trainer. The selection criteria are tough, and only the best dogs get through to become assistance dogs. #IntegraServiceDogsAustralia #Volunteer #Wellbeing #AssistanceDogs #Veterans #FirstResponders

Target: Joseph A. Brusic, Yakima County Prosecuting Attorney Goal: Secure rigorous prosecution for those allegedly responsible for the heinous dog abuse in Yakima Valley. In the serene Yakima Valley, a series of heart-wrenching dog abuse cases have reportedly occurred, sending shockwaves through the community. Allegedly, between March and May, five dogs met cruel fates, evident from disturbing signs of starvation and blunt force trauma. August brought another grim discovery: a dog tragically lost its life due to a fatal gunshot. These incidents depict an alarming trend of violence towards innocent animals, necessitating urgent intervention. In an appalling case, two poodle mix dogs were reportedly found in Zillah; one tragically dead in a pool of blood, while its companion barely clung to life but fortunately survived. Such incidents underline the pressing need for legal action. TeachKind, PETA’s educational division, responded to these atrocities by offering empathy-learning resources to local schools, highlighting the importance of nurturing compassion in young minds. However, while education is crucial, it cannot replace the dire need for legal justice.

Punishment is often ineffective in dog training because it can create fear, anxiety, and confusion rather than teaching the desired behaviour. Dogs may not understand what they are being punished for, especially if the punishment is not immediately linked to the unwanted behaviour. This can lead to a breakdown in trust between the dog and the carer, making training more difficult. Positive reinforcement, on the other hand, encourages desired behaviours by rewarding the dog, fostering a positive and trusting relationship, and promoting a more effective and humane training environment. #RewardsNotReprimands #TheDoGeniusInstitute #PositiveReinforcement

Punishment is often ineffective in dog training because it can create fear, anxiety, and confusion rather than teaching the desired behaviour. Dogs may not understand what they are being punished for, especially if the punishment is not immediately linked to the unwanted behaviour. This can lead to a breakdown in trust between the dog and the carer, making training more difficult. Positive reinforcement, on the other hand, encourages desired behaviours by rewarding the dog, fostering a positive and trusting relationship, and promoting a more effective and humane training environment. #RewardsNotReprimands #TheDoGeniusInstitute #PositiveReinforcement