When we talk about pain, it's often about how it feels. Often when we see pain in our dogs we may recognize a limp or a reluctance to move his neck. Although the physical elements of pain are important, the emotional effects are often overlooked.
By understanding how pain affects your dog's emotions, you begin to see subtle -- and not so subtle-- changes in behaviors that are actually clear signs of pain. This seminar is an important introduction to how this relationship works.
Identify your dog's basic emotions as they relate to pain, such as Fear, Rage, and Panic/Grief
Recognize when your dog is in a confidence cascade or suffering from shrinking world syndrome
Appreciate when your dog is computing a cost/benefit analysis regarding a movement decision
Yes, in that we will all be on a video call together at the same time. WE WILL NOT MEET IN PERSON for this seminar. You can live anywhere and enjoy this seminar with us!
Yes, as long as you are not requesting a diagnosis or medical advice. Specific questions about behaviors, why your dog hesitates, how your dog moves, for example, are welcomed.
To be clear: no. I am not a veterinarian and do not diagnose injury or disease. The focus of this seminar is to help you evaluate how the emotional impact of your dog's pain is affecting the way they interact and move through their world.
Not necessarily, but it's always nice to have them close, isn't it?
The Emotional Impact of Pain
Your Dog's 7 Basic Emotions
7-Day Pain Snapshot
