With so many dogs coming into our shelters and spending more time in our care, it’s common that we are faced with behavioral challenges to address. The most concerning, of course, is aggression, and behavior expert Kelley Bollen will lead this session to take a deep dive into why dogs exhibit aggressive behavior, the different types of aggression we see in dogs, and what situations can trigger aggressive behavior. She will discuss what we as shelter professionals can do to modify this serious and sometimes dangerous behavior and provide guidance on safe placement. With safety considerations for staff, volunteers, and the public, as well as the overall implications our choices have on our ability to maintain liability insurance as an industry, having clear guidelines and pathways for dogs exhibiting aggressive behavior is critically important.

Instructor: Kelley Bollen, MS, CABC.
$25 Members / $35 Non-Members
2 CEUs
Recording available until 9/30/2026

WEBSITE LINK:  https://calanimals.site-ym.com/event/UnderstandingDogs2026