Starfire seminars and presentations for dog owners

ONE-DAY SEMINAR

SATURDAY, JUNE 26

UPCOUNTY, MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MARYLAND

Stephen Rafe will conduct a one-day seminar for owners of upland bird dogs on Saturday, June 26. Registration is limited to 12 owners and dogs, and Stephen will work with them directly. Observers (without dogs or hands-on interaction) are also invited to register. The fee is $75 for owners with dogs and $50 for observers without dogs. Visa and MasterCard will be accepted. Location: "Upcounty" section of Maryland (near the panhandle). For details, you can repond directly to Stephen at stephen@starfirefordogs.com

Here's the "working outline" subject to modification to address participants' specific requests (if made in advance).

MORNING
1 -- "Coming to Terms" -- behavior-modification made easy

2-- "The Four Quadrants" -- special emphasis on the terms --
        Punishment ("positive" and "negative") also "remote" and "direct," plus "fallout"
        Reinforcement ("positive" and "negative") when, why, and how

3 -- "What You May Not Hear Elsewhere"
            Proxemics -- How a dog's "zones" influence behavior
            Critical Learning Periods -- How a dog''s age influences behavior
            Owner Interactions -- How owners influence their dogs' behavior

4 -- "Applying the Methods" -- demonstrations using typical examples of
            Behavioral Issues
            Training Issues

5 -- "My Dog is Wonderful, but..."
        Participants describe what they would like to gain from this program

LUNCH BREAK

AFTERNOON
6 -- Hands On
        Applying the methods with owners and their dogs

7 -- Wrapping Up
        Addressing any final issues, concerns, or questions

GENERAL INFORMATION

Stephen provides seminars, workshops, and presentations in all aspects of canine behavior ranging from selecting and raising a puppy through solving behavior problems. All programs offer the latest information from the field of canine behavior, including many of Stephen's own innovative techniques. Starfire's humane methods are highly effective with any dog, any breed, any age, and any personality. Starfire's Foundation Seminar has been called the most effective program ever offered for owners and trainers alike. Starfire also offers half-day, one-day, and two-day seminars on aggression, puppy socialization, understanding canine behavior, field training, and obedience training. Stephen is also available to speak at annual events and functions and has addressed numerous national conferences including various Pet Expos around the country, the Outdoor Writers Association of America, and the American Boarding Kennels Association. One-on-one guidance is also available upon request.

For further information, descriptions, and rates please contact:

stephen@starfirefordogs.com