6a. Virtual Consultations
Though feline inappropriate elimination is one of the most common behavior problems, for many owners finding quality assistance can be difficult. There may not be a consultant reasonably close by, perhaps the owner cannot afford sessions, possibly their schedule won’t allow for frequent check-ins, or maybe the cat is terrified of strangers. The consultant is limited by the number of hours in a day, weather conditions, and the need to make a living. Virtual consultations may be able to help while also being a great way to reach more homes, more cats, more often. This session will help prepare professionals to address all of this and more by reviewing the logistics of virtual consultations, several format options, some troubleshooting tips, and more.
6b. Tracking Data
Patterns in behavior steer all behavior modification plans, or at least they should. What is the pet trying to communicate? What different factors are playing a role in their behavior? Are your efforts making things better, or worse? Oftentimes, we can identify, analyze and keep track of all this information in our heads. Other times, there are just too many moving parts and we have to remember over a period of time in order to tease out what is going on. This session will give ideas for simple options for keeping track of things a little more formally, rather than just relying on memory. You will also work through one approach to a more complex case.
6c. Networking
Presented by Mychelle Garrigan, MSW, CDBC, this session will help outline benefits and strategies for networking in your community. Ideas for how to get started, what to say, who to reach out to, and more will be covered. Discover how to create, and maintain community and industry relationships that benefit not only pets but your business as well.
6d. To Use with Clients
A variety of forms are provided, most of which can be customized with your business name, logo, and contact information to share with your own clients.