Continuing Education
​Jeff keeps his knowledge in the field up to date by attending conferences, seminars, and workshops taught by the industry's leading dog trainers and animal behavior professionals.

Course Title

The MET Conference - 03/08/25-03/09/25 - 19 CEUs

  • Training a Dog Lion-style? How to Build Trust Through Protected Contact, presented by Frantisek Susta

  • From Correction to Connection, presented by Alexa Capra

  • Reading the Alert: Transforming Canine Aggression to Friendliness Through CAT, presented by Kellie Snider

  • Dog-Dog Problems: On Leash and In the Home, presented by Jean Donaldson

  • Deep Connection: Dogs Mirroring Our Needs and Emotions, presented by Magdalena Simeckova

  • Understanding Dog Behavior Through Neutral Observation, Including Common Misinterpretations, presented by Katja Kraub

  • How We Learn: An Introduction to Behavior Analysis and Training, presented by Dr. Susan Friedman

  • Resource Guarding and Body Handling: Technique and Case Studies, presented by Jean Donaldson

Ethology, Aggression, and Dominance: What Science and Common Sense Tell Us - 02/20/25 - 1.5 CEUs

  • Presented by Dr. Marc Bekoff


Super Charge Your Rewards: Building the Bridge to Understanding - 11/07/24 - 2 CEUs

  • Presented by Suzanne Clothier


The MET Conference - 03/09/24-03/10/24 - 18 CEUs

  • Advanced Techniques in Animal Training and Technology Integration, presented by Simon Prins

  • Dental Care: An In-Depth and Practical Guide, presented by Jana Radosovska

  • Conscious Care of Dogs' Muskuloskeletal System, presented by Veronika Uhlirova

  • Stimulus Control, Generalization, and Desensitization - How to be Successful, presented by Ken Ramirez

  • Building Your Dog's Resilience, presented by Victoria Stillwell

  • Revved-Up Reinforcement: Cultivating Drive in Any Dog, presented by Hannah Branigan

  • Pack Leader, Dominance, and Over 60 Years of Wolf Research, presented by David Mech

  • Aggression Treatment: Comparison and Review, presented by Ken Ramirez


Positive Training for Aggressive & Reactive Dogs - 01/17/24-01/19/24 - 5 CEUs

  • Presented by Annie Phenix, Sarah Fisher, and Dr. Laura Donaldson


Dog Behavior Conference - 04/01/22-04/03/22 -  20 CEUs

  • The "Guilty Look" of Dogs Thirteen Years Later: Anthropomorphizing in the Dog World, presented by Dr. Alexandra Horowitz

  • Don't Bite the Hand That Feeds You!: Success in Challenging Resource Guarding Cases, presented by Michael Shikashio

  • How to be a Diplomat - Making Peace Among Cats and Dogs, presented by Steve Dale

  • Understanding Fear in Dogs (And What to Do About It), presented by Dr. Zazie Todd

  • Rewarding Education, presented by Sarah Fisher

  • Trapped: The Effects of Captivity on the Modern Pet Dog. presented by Kim Brophey

  • Code Red: Helping Families Avoid Serious Trouble Between Their Kids and Dogs, presented by Justine Schuurmans

  • Quiet Please! Dealing With Excessive Barking, presented by Irith Bloom

  • Interactive Dog Play: From Foundations to Practical Reinforcer, presented by Craig Ogilvie

  • Understanding the Emotional Experience: Learning the Emotional Truth of Dogs, presented by Andrew Hale

  • Who Says I Am Not In Pain?: Understanding the Role of Chronic Pain in Behavioral Change in Dogs, presented by Sarah Heath

  • Help! My Dog Is Out of Control, presented by Victoria Stillwell


Aggression In Dogs Conference - 10/02/20-10/04/20 - 18.75 CEUs

  • The Neuroscience of Aggression, presented by Dr. Kathy Murphy

  • Troubleshooting Difficult Scenarios in Aggression Cases, presented by Michael Shikashio

  • Growing Pro-Social and Brain Power(ed) Dogs, presented by Dr. Laura Donaldson

  • Puppy or Piranha?, presented by Denise Fenzi

  • Secrets of the Shelter Ninjas, presented by Trish McMillan

  • Cooperative Counter-Conditioning for Aggressive Dogs, presented by Leslie McDevitt

  • Ethological Contributions to Aggression in Dogs, presented by Kim Brophey

  • Tools for Evaluating Aggression: What Works in the Real World?, presented by Jim Crosby

  • Understanding High Drive Dogs: When the Abnormal is Absolutely Normal, presented by Denise Fenzi

  • Fighting Like Cats and Dogs: Dealing with Interspecies Aggression, presented by Katenna Jones

  • Medical Causes and Medication Interventions for Aggression in Dogs, presented by Dr. Amy Pike

  • The Many Lenses of Aggression, presented by Michael Shikashio


Canine Training & Management - 08/29/20 - 7 CEUs

  • Presented by Susan Bulanda​


Control: The Other Primary Reinforcer - 04/06/20 - 3 CEUs

  • Presented by Dr. Susan Friedman


Canine Training & Management - 04/27/19 - 7 CEUs

  • Presented by Susan Bulanda


Update on Science Behind CBD (Cannabidiol) Use for Pets - 04/22/19 - 1 CEU

  • Presented by Dr. Stephanie McGrath


Clicker Expo - 03/22/19-03/24/19 - 30 CEUs

  • Give Training Back to the Animals, presented by Chirag Patel

  • From Surviving to Thriving, presented by Dr. Susan Friedman

  • The Sequel to Arousal, presented by Lindsay Wood Brown

  • Improvements on the Click to Calm Method, presented by Emma Parsons

  • Reactive Dog Class Update, presented by Emma Parsons

  • Behaviors that Profoundly Change the Vet & Groomer Experience, presented by Laura Monaco Torelli

  • Counter-Conditioning Games with an Operant Twist, presented by Leslie McDevitt

  • Developing Cueing Skills, presented by Kathy Sdao

  • Non-Contingent Reinforcement for Frustration, presented by Sarah Owings

  • The Terminology Challenge, presented by Ken Ramirez

  • A Thoughtful Approach to the Teaching of Impulse Control, presented by Sarah Owings


Fear Free Animal Trainer Certification - 07/03/18 - 10 CEUs

Advanced Training Topics - 05/20/17-05/21/17 - 14 CEUs

  • Presented by Ken Ramirez


Canine Training & Management - 04/29/17 - 7 CEUs

  • Presented by Susan Bulanda


Real Solutions to Canine Behavior Problems - 12/03/16-12/04/16 - 14 CEUs

  • Presented by Pat Miller


Stop Coaching, Start Training - 10/03/16 - 1.5 CEUs

  • Presented by Veronica Boutelle


Canine Training & Management - 10/01/16 - 6.5 CEUs

  • Presented by Susan Bulanda


Getting Your Puppy Off to the Right Start - 07/12/16 - 1.5 CEUs

  • Presented by Maxwell Muir


Living & Learning With Animals - 06/04/16-06/05/16 - 13 CEUs

  • Presented by Dr. Susan Friedman


Levels Training - 05/26/16 - 1 CEU

  • Presented by Robin Bennett


Canine Training & Management - 04/30/16 - 6.5 CEUs

  • Presented by Susan Bulanda


Canine Training & Management - 10/24/15 - 6.5 CEUs

  • Presented by Susan Bulanda


Motivation For Reliability, Speed, Precision & Panache - 05/03/14-05/04/14 - 13 CEUs

  • Presented by Dr. Ian Dunbar


Crucial, Cutting Edge & Common Sense Concepts in Dog Training - 06/08/13 - 6.5 CEUs

  • Presented by Dr. Ian Dunbar


Canine Training & Management - 2013 - 111 CEUs

  • Research Paper and Evaluation, evaluated by Susan Bulanda

  • Services for the Client, presented by Susan Bulanda

  • Comparative Psychology, presented by Susan Bulanda

  • Canine Sports vs. The Working Dog, presented by Susan Bulanda

  • Puppy Kindergarten, presented by Renee Premaza

  • Basic Counseling Techniques, presented by Linda Bell-Cardwell

  • Fur & Feathers, presented by Deborah Winkler

  • Pet First Aid and Natural Solutions, presented by Lynne Bettinger

  • Training & Behavior Issues - Part 2, presented by Susan Bulanda

  • Training & Behavior Issues - Part 1, presented by Susan Bulanda

  • Obedience Practicum - Part 2, presented by Susan Bulanda

  • Obedience Practicum - Part 1, presented by Susan Bulanda

  • Creating Your Personal Business Plan, presented by Annarose Milch

  • Teaching the Basic Obedience Program, presented by Susan Bulanda

  • Communicating with the Dog' Owner, presented by Annarose Milch

  • Training Methodologies, presented by Susan Bulanda

  • ​About Dogs, presented by Susan Bulanda

Total continuing education units (CEUs) - 344.25

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