New Webinars for a great cause


Along with other industry leaders, I am giving two webinars for the PPG with all profits going towards a great new research project.

Events with Christina Young

From Cautious to Confident: Fun and Games for Shy Dogs AND Their People

Wednesday, April 24

2:30-3:30 PM EDT

Register & Support Science!

Leaving Conflict Behind: Skills to Reduce Intra-Household Aggression

Wednesday, May 1

2:30-3:30 PM EDT

Register & Support Science!

The studies will investigate why dog trainers use specific training techniques and the prevalence and predictors of change in training method usage over time.

To fund this vital research, PPG has asked industry experts including Jean Donaldson and myself to volunteer our time and expertise to give a unique series of educational webinars. All proceeds will help fund scientific research to advance the pet training industry.

Ps. If you join PPG, not only will you be supporting humane treatment of animals, but you get $10 off all webinars!

Don't miss out, open now for registration!

LEASH REACTIVITY DEEP-DIVE is my group mentorship program in which I spend 8 weeks with a small group of people struggling with leash reactivity. I can't wait to get started!

Because this is a custom experience and I get to know each of you and your dogs intimately, space is limited to only 10 people.

I have so many fun games and topics ready to go!

I hope to see you soon,

Christina

2738 Holden Corso Rd, Nanaimo, BC v9x 1n5
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