APDT CONFERENCE PUPPY ORIENTATION SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA OCTOBER 12-16, 2011 Use your mouse or arrow keys to continue

WELCOME TO YOUR FIRST APDT CONFERENCE! In This Session We’ll Cover: Conference Gear - Your Name Badge! Conference Publications How to Choose Sessions Special Activities CEUs How to Get Help

Your “Puppy License” Gets you into all activities. Must be worn during conference on-site and off-site events. CONFERENCE GEAR NECK WALLET/NAME BADGE

PUBLICATIONS A GLANCE Easy to use guide to all conference activities Times Events Locations Extras available at registration desk

PUBLICATIONS CONFERENCE WORKBOOK This includes: Session Descriptions Speaker Bios Session Notes Evaluation Forms Exhibitor Directory Write your name on it so it can be returned if lost

PUBLICATIONS TAILS NEWSLETTER Daily Publication Update On Daily Happenings Special Events Announcements General Information Pick-Up at Registration Desk

HOW TO CHOOSE SESSION? You can’t see it all! Use the workbook 3 Tracks: Trainer Development Track Intermediate Track Science Track Bring the conference home on CD-rom

SPECIAL EVENTS TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY Early Bird Reception 5:00pm - 7:00pm Conference Puppy Welcome 4:00pm - 4:30pm Welcome Beach Party 4:30pm - 6:30pm TUESDAY WEDNESDAY

SPECIAL EVENTS THURSDAY AM Riser: Take a Walk - Out and About 6:30am - 7:00am Roundtable Discussion 12:30pm - 1:15pm Working with Bully Breeds Fearful & Shy Dogs Building Your Clientele with APDT C.L.A.S.S. Working with Clients with Disabilities Resolving Common In-Home Client Issues Training Small Dogs Grow Your Business with APDT Rally Trade Show Grand Opening 5:00pm - 8:00pm

SPECIAL EVENTS FRIDAY AM Riser: Flora & Fauna of the Resort 7:30am - 8:15am Roundtable Discussion 8:00pm - 8:45pm Building Relationships with Veterinarians How Do Trainers Stay Motivated and Avoid Burnout Working with Dogs with Disabilities How To Improve Your Puppy Classes Using APDT C.L.A.S.S. in the Shelter Setting Day Training, Owner Absent Training Therapy Dog Training Preparing Parents for Life with Baby and Dog(s) APDT Foundation Live Auction 8:00pm

SPECIAL EVENTS SATURDAY AM Riser: Stretching By or In the Pool 6:30am - 7:15am Roundtable Discussion 12:30pm - 1:15pm Working with Kids and Dogs In Class Service Dog Training How To Safely Enjoy the Dog Park – If At All Innovative Class Ideas APDT C.L.A.S.S. Curriculum Ideas Clicker Training Safety Issues for Trainers Author Signing12:00pm - 1:30pm Saturday Night MIC Live 8:00pm

SPECIAL ACTIVITIES HANDS-ON & LIVE DEMO WORKSHOPS Hands-On Workshops Click a Chick - 5 sessions Rally Savvy - 2 sessions Live-Demo Workshops Feisty Fidos - 3 sessions K-9 Nose Works - 3 sessions

FIELD STUDIES AND INTER-ACTIVE WORKSHOPS Field Studies San Diego Zoo Safari Park SeaWorld San Diego Inter-Active Workshops Developing a Business Marketing Makeover Your Web Site, , & Social Media

CEUs Council for Certified Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) American Association of Veterinary State Boards and Veterinary Technicians (AAVSB) Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA)

CONFERENCE TIPS Always wear your name badge - no entrance without it. Fire codes and other factors impact room seating and capacity - get there early if the room fills up, you may not be able to attend that session. Ask questions. Want to get more involved - become a Border Collie!

NEED HELP? Registration Desk Board Members Conference Staff in each session room Border Collies

COME TO PUPPY WELCOME WEDNESDAY 4:00PM - 4:30PM Prizes Games Bring a Photo of Your Dog for the Puppy Photo Wall!