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Royal Canin Vet Nurse Webinar Series 2022: Adult Cat & Dog Behaviour - Top tips for Vet nurses

Dr. Tammie King
PhD
Applied Behaviour Technical Leader, Waltham Petcare Science Institute
Dr. Chantelle McGowan
BVSc
Royal Canin Scientific Services Veterinarian
17 May 2022
ID: 799
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Dr. Tammie will look at Adult Cat & Dog behaviour for Veterinary nurses. Starting with understanding behaviour and why it's important, the human to pet bond, and pet behaviour in a clinical setting. Tammie will give an overview of common behavioural problems & queries from clients, tips for modifying pet behaviour and best practice for addressing client behavioural queries. Dr. Chantelle McGowan will briefly cover how nutrition can also play a part
Dr. Tammie King
Dr. Tammie King is an animal behaviour scientist and the Applied Behaviour Technical Leader at the Waltham Petcare Science Institute, the global fundamental scientific research centre for Mars Petcare. Tammie holds a PhD in Anthrozoology from Monash University and Bachelor of Science (Hons- Zoology) from The University of Melbourne. Tammie is passionate about ways in which knowledge can be shared to improve the human-animal bond, making a better world for pets and people. In addition to her academic research, Tammie has taught Psychology at University level and spent over 10 years working as a Veterinary Nurse/Practice Manager. She also ran her own Animal Behaviour Consultancy business where she educated the general public and industry professionals on pet behaviour. Tammie's current research at Waltham plus her previous work within the Anthrozoology Research Group, Animal Welfare Science Centre and Working Dog Alliance have enabled her to gain valuable insights about ways in which the human-animal bond can be strengthened to enhance working partnerships, improve animal welfare and prevent pet relinquishment.

Dr. Chantelle McGowan
Dr. Chantelle McGowan graduated with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science from the University of Melbourne in 2011. She developed a keen interest for pet behaviour, specifically well-being driven medicine & low stress in-clinic pet experiences, as well as feline medicine. Following this passion for preventative health, Chantelle joined Royal Canin as a Scientific Services Veterinarian and loves being a part of creating a Better World for Pets.

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