Getting to the guts of it all.......


Join us as we welcome Dr. Amber Batson to explore the science of how and why the gut and digestive systems can influence behaviour. Together we will take a close look at:


🐾 The connections between gut and brain including the latest research on the dog’s gastrointestinal microbiome.
🐾 How we recognize imbalances and disease within this bodily system.
🐾 How dog guardians, trainers and behaviourists can collect and provide information for vets with the aim of supporting appropriate consideration of digestive health in dogs with behaviour issues.

Live Webinar with Q+A Session July 8th, 10am Pacific, 6pm UK time. Hosted by Tom Candy and tech support by Claire Goyer.

  • The presentation will run for approx 1.5 hours with an additional 30 min Q+A session.

  • You'll get a copy of Amber's slide pack (for student use only) and her reference list.

  • The recording will be available approximately 24 hours after the live broadcast. It will include all the links shared in the chat so you don't need to take notes (if you don't want to!).

  • This event, as well as our entire library of empowered centered learning courses is available as a Member of the Grisha Stewart Academy. Join as a Library Pass Holder if you prefer to stream recordings, or join as a Diamond All Access Pass Holder if you want access to everything! See below for more details.

What to Expect

  • 1.5 Hours of Content!

    The webinar and interactive Q&A with Dr. Amber Batson, hosted by Tom Candy and supported by Academy Admin Claire Goyer will run for approx 1.5 hours.

    BONUS: Includes Dr. Batson's slide pack and reference list.

    Accessibility

    The live will feature CC language adjustable. The recording will include an automated session transcript and English captions.

  • Continuing Education Units


    2 IAABC CEUS, 2 CCPDT CEUs

    A Certificate of Completion will be available to download from your account once you have finished all the chapters in the course player. You can use this to obtain CEUs/CPD Hours from other member organizations.

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Meet Your Instructor

Veterinary Behaviourist

Dr. Amber Batson MRCVS

Amber Batson (she/her) graduated from the Royal Veterinary College, London in 1999. She started working in general veterinary practice straight from graduating, but quickly became aware that many consultations involved elements of animal behaviour, which set her on a path of acquiring science-based, behaviour knowledge.

For many years, she worked in general practice whilst undertaking a number of behaviour qualifications in dogs, horses and cats which became blended in with her veterinary work.

In 2007, she set up her own business Understand Animals, with the aim of bridging the gap between published research and using that practically to benefit animals and the humans they share their lives with. Continuing to also work in clinical vet practice, her business provides education across the globe regards animal behaviour and welfare, as well as providing vet behaviour consultations for clients and legal expert witness work.

Amber remains passionate about using science to support a pragmatic and empathetic approach to behaviour issues in animals.

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    $29.00Gut Feelings: How Digestive Health Influences Dog Behaviour with Dr. Amber Batson. July 8th, 10am Pacific

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