Summer Education Series:
Communication – Training – Problem Solving
Presented by Canine Behavior Consultant Debbie Revell, RN Dip CABT CDBC CCBD
Sunday, June 7, 2026 from 12 – 4:30pm
Part 1 – Building Confidence: Behavior & Body Language
Ideal for dog owners that want to have a better understanding and relationship with their dogs.
Dogs speak to us in some surprising ways. Learning what they’re saying is a key ingredient for keeping your dog happy and safe. Ever wonder why your dog barks, lunges and growls at other dogs, bikes, or people? Would you like to know how to help your best friend better cope. Come join us for a fun afternoon full of information and training tips!
What’s covered:
| Understanding your dog’s body language | Understanding the difference between behavior modification and training |
| Identify subtle signs of stress vs relaxation | Awareness into why a dog may become ‘reactive’ |
| Miscommunications between dogs, adults and children | The secret of ‘fear periods’, and the impact they can have on a dog’s development |
| Insights into two common myths that sabotage many human-canine relationships | Strategies to help build our dogs’ confidence and coping skills in a human world |
| Safety and bite prevention | And more! |
Videos and case studies will be presented. CEU’s pending IAABC, CCPDT, KPA
Sunday, July 26, 2026 from 12 – 4:30pm
Part 2 – Understanding Fear & Aggression
Did you know that stress is the root cause of aggression in dogs? And that fears and phobias are relatively common and can affect dogs of all ages and breeds?
What’s covered
| Reasons a dog may develop fearful or aggressive behavior | Early recognition and prevention for a variety of behavior issues |
| Understanding the five categories of aggression; defensive, offensive, frustration, possession and predation | Behavior modification techniques and training strategies to help our dogs overcome aggression, fears and phobias |
| Insights into the causes and contributing factors that can lead up to each category of aggression | Complimentary therapies and pharmaceuticals will be explored |
| The difference between anxiety, fears and phobias | And more! |
| Common fears found in dogs and what we can do to help our dogs better cope (nail trims, vet visits, thunderstorms, strangers, separation anxiety) |
Videos and case studies will be presented. CEU’s pending IAABC, CCPDT, KPA
Summer Education Series
| Sunday, June 7: Part 1 – $45 | Sunday, July 26: Part 2 – $45 | Series: $80 |
| ***Human only event |
Note: You will gain the most from Part 2 of the seminar if you have attended Part 1.
Contact Pets Behave at info@petsbehavedogtraining.com if you would like to attend. We will send a registration form via email and then your payment will secure your spot.
Scent Work Workshops
Pets Behave is excited to welcome back Daphne Melillo for a 2 part Scent Work seminar!
DAY ONE: June 28th
DAY TWO: July 19th
Daphne started teaching in 2016 and her approach focuses on building confidence and independence while improving communication between teams! She has put titles on multiple dogs and is a NACSW Certifying Official. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an amazing instructor!
Novice AM session each day (9am-12pm) *dogs must already be on odor
Advanced PM session (1-4pm) *dogs that are already competing above Novice level
There are 6 working spots at each time. Audits also available and HIGHLY recommended! If you take a working spot for one time audit of the other time slot is included for a full day of fun and learning!
Working spots full or feel your dog is not ready? Join us as an auditor! Audit spot good for all day!
Contact Pets Behave at info@petsbehavedogtraining.com to register
| 2 working days *includes audit of non-working time slot | $245 | |
| 2 audit days | $100 | |
| 1 working day *includes audit of non-working time slot | $135 | |
| 1 audit day | $55 |
Clicker Training Workshop
Saturday, July 18th Time: 9 am – 4:30 pm
Presented by Canine Behavior Consultant Debbie Revell, RN Dip CABT CDBC CCBD
Clicker training is a fun and very effective way to teach obedience exercises, solve behavior problems and even teach tricks! This workshop will develop and improve your knowledge and practical skills in clicker training and help you develop ideas to incorporate clicker training into your training plans.
Using the sound of the clicker in training has many advantages. It is always positive. You can give clear information to your dog about his actions, up close, or from a distance. It is accurate. Plus, the clicker will hone your timing like nothing on earth!
What’s covered:
| Introduction to clicker training | How rewards shape behavior |
| Hands on practice; luring, capturing and free shaping | When to add the cue |
| Target training and its benefits | Building strength and reliability |
| Key aspects of free shaping | And lots of fun with your dog! |
Clicker Training Workshop
Saturday, July 18, 2026 from 9 am – 4:30 pm
Includes clicker, training pouch, target stick and handouts.
| $185/Team, Limit 10 Teams | $50/audit | Unlimited |
CEUs:
| Part 1 | Part 2 |
|---|---|
| IAABC – 4 KPA – 4 CCPDT (CPDT-KA – 2 / CBCC-KA – 2) | IAABC – 4.5 KPA – 4 CCPDT (CPDT-KA – 2 / CBCC-KA – 2) |
Let’s Focus on Friday!
Topic TBA
Friday, May ?, 2026 :: 6-9pm
Presented by Lisa Graham
Check back to see what great topic will be presented and worked on throughout the 3-hour Workshop.
| $75/team | Limit 6 teams | $25/audit | Unlimited |
Contact Pets Behave at info@petsbehavedogtraining.com if you would like to attend. We will send a registration form via email and then your payment will secure your spot.
**After you contact Pets Behave, please send a text to 941-284-5739 (Lisa Graham) with your name and dog name.
Let’s Focus on Friday Workshop
| Friday | TBA | 6-9pm |
Loose Leash Walking
Tired of being pulled around the neighborhood? Want to gain valuable tips to h help you enjoy walks with your dog? Join us for this 3-part workshop focused entirely on Loose Leash Walking.
LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE. Open to past and current students or with instructor approval. No reactive dogs for this class.
Cost: $155
Loose Leash Walking 3-Part Workshop Class Schedule
| TBA | TBA | TBA |