Dangerous Dog Awareness
Do you encounter dogs as part of your job? Whether it's a routine visit, a delivery, or an emergency call, an unexpected dog encounter can quickly turn dangerous. Are you prepared?
Our Dangerous Dog Seminar is a essential, practical training session designed for professionals who may face unpredictable or aggressive dogs in their line of work. We provide the knowledge and skills to assess, avoid, and de-escalate potentially dangerous situations, keeping you (and the dog) safe.
Who Should Attend?
This seminar will benefit a wide range of professionals, including:
Veterinarians
Council Employees
Posties & Delivery Drivers
Tradespeople
Meter Readers (Gas, Water, Electric)
Support Workers & Home Care Providers
Emergency Services (Police, Firies, Ambulance)
Property Inspectors & Surveyors
Landscapers & Pool Maintenance Workers
Door to Door Sales & Canvassers
What You Will Learn:
In this intensive one day seminar, our expert instructors will cover critical topics to boost your confidence and safety:
Dog Body Language: Learn to read the subtle (and not-so-subtle) signs of aggression, stress and fear in dogs. Understand the difference between distance increasing, and distance descreasing signals. Debunk myths around tail wagging, and displacement behaviours.
De-escalation Techniques: Practical strategies to defuse a tense situation, including how to use your body language, voice, and movement to appear less threatening.
Prevention is Key: How to approach to a property safely, things to look for before you enter a gate, and tools to announce your presence to the owner, and their dog.
Defensive Strategies: How to use common items (e.g., bags, clipboards) as barriers, how to deploy Sprayshield or how to use a Catch Pole.
Post-Incident Protocol: The critical steps to take following a dog bite or aggressive encounter, from first aid to reporting.
Experience a Bite: Learn first hand what it feels like to be bitten by a dog - courtesy of our Belgian Malinois (with protective equipment).
Don't leave your safety to chance! Equip yourself with the skills to navigate your work environment with confidence.
Our Team:
Scott is a registered breeder of high drive working dogs, and a Certified Dog Behaviour Consultant. He is approved by the Dog and Cat Management Board to provide training for dogs subject to control orders.
Vanessa has over twenty years experience working with behavioural dogs at the RSPCA and other shelters.
Location:
We can deliver the seminar on-site at your location, or at training rooms around Adelaide.
Time:
4 Hours
Cost:
Cost $400 pp
Outside of the metropolitan area travel costs may apply.
