What Attendees Had to Say

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Important Information Everyone Needs to Know!

Jodie Moscony

Dr. Batson's presentation was excellent! Great content and the delivery was wonderful- it was very easy to follow and to understand. This information is so...

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Dr. Batson's presentation was excellent! Great content and the delivery was wonderful- it was very easy to follow and to understand. This information is so important right now when so many dogs are suffering from chronic GI issues. In my experience, most people are not aware (and/or addressing) the connection between gut health and behavior. Also, Claire Goyer is amazing! I'm always beyond impressed with Claire Goyer's ability to muti-task and address questions and comments in the chat while managing the tech stuff and basically making sure everything runs smoothly . Thank you!

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Excellent title description of content of this webinar

Diane Garrod

This is one of the best webinars I've attended in awhile!! That is my interest in behavior and wellness and all that entails and Amber Batson is a profession...

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This is one of the best webinars I've attended in awhile!! That is my interest in behavior and wellness and all that entails and Amber Batson is a professional of highest caliber and explains complicated concepts in easy-to-understand and use content. Thanks to all for continuing these wonderful webinars - Grisha, Claire, Tom - kudos to you all!!

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Fascinating information

deborah burrows

It's so important to look at the whole picture when looking at the animal in front of you. On it's basic level, if the animal isn't feeling well as a result ...

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It's so important to look at the whole picture when looking at the animal in front of you. On it's basic level, if the animal isn't feeling well as a result of inappropriate food or is lacking the opportunity for an additional food, how can they be in an optimal position to learn. This is an important topic. Thank you Grisha Stewart and Dr. Amber Batson.

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Gut Feelings

Dottie Fraser

This Webinar was terrific, a topic which is very important to understand. Living with and supporting dogs, I will have far more awareness about the gut, how ...

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This Webinar was terrific, a topic which is very important to understand. Living with and supporting dogs, I will have far more awareness about the gut, how to reduce stress and the factors which can contribute to gastrointestinal problems in our dogs. Thank you Dr Amber Batson for sharing your font of knowledge.

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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.

  • The presentation runs for just over 2 hours including a 30 min Q+A session.

  • Amber's slide pack (for student use only) and her reference list is available to download.

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What's Included

  • 2 Hours of Content

    This webinar and interactive Q&A with Dr. Amber Batson was hosted by Tom Candy and supported by Academy Admin Claire Goyer and ran for 2 hours.

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

    Accessibility

    The recording includes an automated session transcript and English captions.

  • Continuing Education Units


    2 IAABC CEUS, 2 CCPDT CEUs

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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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