What is the Tellington TTouch® Method?

Tellington TTouch®

is a method of working with animals that has proven effective in reducing stress, fear, aggression and anxiety; as well as modify behavior, increase flexibility and—when combined with veterinarian care—aid in recovery. The approach is gentle yet systematic and helps animals to better cope with different and novel situations. It improves confidence, focus and learning.

With the use of gentle touches, body wraps and groundwork (a variety of exercises with equipment) we engage and calm the animal's nervous system as well as teach the animal to move in non-habitual ways. Since an animal that is stressed or anxious cannot learn, the incorporation of TTouch® allows me to aid an animal (in my case dogs, cats, birds and rabbits) by teaching them how to relax. The animal can then focus on learning new ways of coping with situations in which he previously reacted with fear, concern or anxiety.

Another terrific benefit of TTouch® is that it provides the guardian with the tools to engage with their animal in ways that are non-threatening—establishing or deepened the trust between them. As part of a TTouch® session you will learn how to use wraps and perform bodywork.

This service could be incorporated into a training session with your dog or as a TTouch® only session.

Monday, September 10, 2012

3 DAY INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP TO THE TELLINGTON TTOUCH® METHOD


3 Sessions, Wednesday 6:30 - 7:30pm
Dates: Oct. 3rd, 10th and 17th 2012
Instructor: Almudena Ortiz Cue M.A. CTC, CPDT-KA, Tellington TTouch Practitioner
Fee: $85 + tax (multiple family members are welcome to attend)
Space limited to four dogs and their handlers
NOTE: Dogs attend all classes.

Tellington TTouch® is a method of working with animals that has proven effective in reducing stress, fear, aggression and anxiety; as well as modify behavior, increase flexibility and—when combined with veterinarian care—aid in recovery. The approach is gentle yet systematic and helps animals to better cope with different and novel situations. It improves confidence, focus and learning.
With the use of gentle touches, body wraps and groundwork (a variety of exercises with equipment) we engage and calm the animal's nervous system as well as teach the animal to move in non-habitual ways. Since an animal that is stressed or anxious cannot learn, the incorporation of TTouch® becomes an initial first step to any learning. Your dog will learn how to focus and better cope with situations in which he/she reacts with fear, concern or anxiety.

This workshop is ideal for guardians/owners who want to learn the basics of the TTouch® method by working with their own dog on a particular issue. During the workshop we will be working with TTouches, wraps and groundwork.
 
 

Pre-requisites:
• Dogs must be crate trained OR be able to remain comfortably behind an “x pen” for periods of time during the workshop.
• Dogs must be comfortable (no lunging, barking) while working in the proximity of other dogs on a leash and people.
• Each dog must have a handler, but multiple family members are welcome to attend.

What to bring everyday to the Workshop:

A six-foot long leash (no flexi leashes please), flat collar, harness or head collar. No prong collars or pinch collars. If your dog has a flat collar but you normally walk him with a harness or head collar please bring both to the workshop.
A bed or mat for your dog.

One 4” ACE bandage (NOT the self-adhesive).
A frozen (with food inside) KONG of the appropriate size for your dog or something else your dog likes to chew on such as a bully stick, antler, etc.
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