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May 10, 2010
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turtlelady81:
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Here's the intro. Welcome Kelly! Let's get started! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Q1: What is Open Paw? What is the focus? #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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It's good to have you all here tonight. We're doing a Q & A format... #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A1-a. Our mission is 1. Educate the public abt basic animal behavior/care 2 prevent or resolve common training & behavior probs #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A1-b. 2. Educate animals to help them get, and stay adopted. #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A1-c. 3. Promote Minimal Mental Health Requirements 4 kenneled animals. Most shelters don?t meet their own requirements 4 adoption #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Excellent! I was really excited to see this work being done! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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It is exciting work! Sounds like something all shelters need. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Yes, agree that this work is important! Esp. like the mental health requirements :-) #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@KellyGDunbar Would be interested in A1-c3 #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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OpenPaw sounds like a great idea #barkoutloud |
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dogloversdigest:
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Yes it does. RT @Mod_Hilary: It is exciting work! Sounds like something all shelters need. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Q2. How did you get started? #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A1-d. We really wanted to help turn shelters into learning centers for people & animals. Not have it just be the sad last stop. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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I'm sure not sure that our local shelter meets their own requirements..How about others in the room? #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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So agree. RT @Mod_Lorie: Yes, agree that this work is important! Esp. like the mental health requirements :-) #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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@DaisyWunderDog You'd like to hear more about the MMHRs? #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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@KellyGDunbar so preventing the surrender before it happens! Great!
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KellyGDunbar:
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A2-a. In Jan. 2000 we created a combined volunteer training program for our hometown community. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@turtlelady81 I don't even think ours has requirements :-( #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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A1d. Excellent idea! #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A2-b. The idea being that animal control/private humane could share resources/volunteers, bcuz unwanted animals r a community prob #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@turtlelady81 I know ours doesn't meet the rqmnts. We're building a new building now. #barkoutloud |
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dogloversdigest:
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Mine lacks standards as well. RT @Mod_Lorie: @turtlelady81 I dont even think ours has requirements :-( #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A2-c. We realized that most shelters were not providing any kennel enrichment or much training for animals or people. #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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My local humane society didnt even call back when I requested help with a behavior problem. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Yes please! RT @KellyGDunbar: @DaisyWunderDog Youd like to hear more about the MMHRs? #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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@KellyGDunbar Sort of like S Sternberg's vans that go into the community?
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KellyGDunbar:
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A2-d. Kennels were stark, noisy, smelly. Volunteers clueless & anxious. It made the animals worse, everyone stressed. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@KellyGDunbar I love the idea of animal control and private humane groups sharing resources! #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@dogloversdigest ugh.
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Mod_Hilary:
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And few recognize it as such. RT @KellyGDunbar A2-b. ...bcuz unwanted animals r a community prob #barkoutloud |
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kindcutesteve:
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yes, very true about shelters, we had huge problem with R main public shelter in Las Vegas a few years ago not meeting requirements #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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I know most shelters are truly taxed to the limit, resource-wise. OP helps them get a program going w/o reinventing the wheel. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@kindcutesteve Just basic requirements?
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Mod_Lorie:
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True. RT @Mod_Hilary: And few recognize it as such. RT @KellyGDunbar A2-b. ...bcuz unwanted animals r a community prob #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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I know @HumaneBoulder does this Mod_Lorie @KellyGDunbar I love idea of animal control & private humane groups sharing resources! #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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Lack of resources. RT @kimhalligan1: My local humane society didnt even call back when I requested help with a behavior problem. #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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@KellyGDunbar I know most shelters are truly taxed , resource-wise. OP helps them get a program going w/o reinventing the wheel. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@Mod_Hilary That's awesome..Wish more did. #barkoutloud |
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dogloversdigest:
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Almost impossible to evaluate a dog at most shelters because the stress levels are so high. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@KellyGDunbar Yes, lack of resources. Some shelters are affluent, so can do these things. But most aren't. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Agreed. RT @dogloversdigest: Almost impossible to evaluate a dog at most shelters because the stress levels are so high. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@KellyGDunbar Most shelters are truly taxed , resource-wise. OP helps them get a program going w/o reinventing the wheel. #barkoutloud |
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kindcutesteve:
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yes, just basic; they neglected basic vaccine, animals were infected and 1000 had to be put down, terrible scandal #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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The Boulder area is affluent, which makes huge diff. RT @Mod_Lorie @Mod_Hilary That's awesome..Wish more did. #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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Prevention is key. Wouldn't it be wonderful if shelters truly only housed a few animals that had been through tough times? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Absolutely. RT @dogloversdigest: Almost impossible to evaluate a dog at most shelters b/c the stress levels are so high. #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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Very true! RT @dogloversdigest: Almost impossible to evaluate a dog at most shelters because the stress levels are so high. #barkoutloud |
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DREAMRescue:
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Describes my county animal ctrl exactly RT @KellyGDunbar A2-d. Kennels stark, noisy, smelly, made animals worse, everyone stressed. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@KellyGDunbar You're right; prevention is the key to not having to house so many dogs. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Yes. RT @KellyGDunbar: Prevention is key. Wldnt it be wnderful if shelters only housed few animals tht hd bn thru tough times? #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@kindcutesteve ugh...
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KellyGDunbar:
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@dogloversdigest Also the stress level makes it very difficult for people to choose an animal to adopt, to imagine in their home! #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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My local Spca just built new shelter. No lack of money here. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Q3:What makes OP unique among shelter programs? What makes OP work? #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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RT @kimhalligan1: My local Spca just built new shelter. No lack of money here. *Awesome!* #barkoutloud |
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kindcutesteve:
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we are having lots of dogs that are coming to shelter becuase of foreclosures; ppl cant afford to keep them #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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Ours are combining with neighboring towns because it's so expensive to run shelters
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KellyGDunbar:
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The problem of unwanted or abused animals (or children) is a societal issue. Dogs, cats, kids, are merely a symptom. #barkoutloud |
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DREAMRescue:
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I never trust the AC eval RT @dogloversdigest: Almost impossible to evaluate a dog at most shelters, stress levels are so high. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@kindcutesteve Here, too, in NH #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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See it evry dayRT @dogloversdigest Also, stress level makes it very diff 4 ppl to choose n animal 2 adopt, 2 imagine in their home! #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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V.sadRT @kindcutesteve: we are having lots of dogs that are coming to shelter becuase of foreclosures; ppl cant afford to keep them #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@kindcutesteve Same here in RI #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Rescues are also full. Foreclosures, moving, you name it. #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A3-a. Well it was revolutionary @ the time. Very few shelters had enrichment or training programs. Now thankfully many do, however? #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Us too. RT @kindcutesteve: we r having lots of dogs tht r coming to shelter becuase of foreclosures; ppl cant afford to keep them #barkoutloud |
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kindcutesteve:
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due to the economy, we are dealing with extra stress on the shelters #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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@kindcutesteve epeidemic now, surrender due to foreclosure :( #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A3-b. What make OP unique is that we've boiled everything down to the bare-bones essence of what needs to be done to keep animals #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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We get a lot of dogs from the south shipped here to the Northeast. #barkoutloud |
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kindcutesteve:
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keep them alive until adoption? #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Elaborate? RT @KellyGDunbar: A3-b. What make OP unique is we?ve boiled evrythng dwn 2 bare-bones essence of wht needs 2 be done #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@kimhalligan1 : ) Yes... we sure do... #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Yes, we're seeing those here too. RT @kimhalligan1: We get a lot of dogs from the south shipped here to the Northeast. #barkoutloud |
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DREAMRescue:
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Yes. Now more than ever. Didnt think it possible. RT @Mod_Hilary Rescues are also full. Foreclosures, moving, you name it. #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@KellyGDunbar our local shelter is sadly lacking #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Ready for Q4? #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A3-c. ... healthy/adoptable & to train staff/volunteers 2b truly useful & knowledgeable... #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A3-d. ... about effective, efficient, training methods that also reduce stress #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@KellyGDunbar What is boiling down to bare-bones? #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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#barkoutloud that is one of biggies alright training staff/volunteers |
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turtlelady81:
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Kelly Gorman Dunbar is a cofounder and the executive editor of the dogstardaily.com and a contributing editor at dogtime.com. #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A3-e. The volunteer prog teaches ppl what they need 2know 2 succeed w/their own pets & can share-helps animals stay out of shelters #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@KellyGDunbar yup these dogs already behind the curve, stress in shelter environments #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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Bare bones, no frills. No fancy talk. Just basic skills. We know what the main problems will be in dogs & in a shelter environment #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@dogloversdigest sorry, not stabilized yet? #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@KellyGDunbar A3-e I'm starting to feel lucky abt our shelter - we have many of those progs. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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RT @KellyGDunbar: A3-e. That's extremely important! Setting new owners and pets up to succeed :-) #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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Bare bones- the volunteer program has been streamlined & tested in many different kinds of facilities, we've addressed most issues #barkoutloud |
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dogloversdigest:
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Wondering how much follow up after adoption helps to keep dogs from coming back into the system? #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A3-f. The beauty is any shelter can do it on a low budget & w/o a fancy facility. Volunteer power & knowledge = our primary tools! #barkoutloud |
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kindcutesteve:
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Kelly, how do you promote your program to shelters; and are you nationwide? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@KellyGDunbar Great about the volunteer program being tested so thoroughly. Bonus. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@KellyGDunbar Ready for Q4? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Q4. What has the response been like? #barkoutloud |
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DREAMRescue:
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Is the content applicable to rescues too? RT @KellyGDunbar A3-f. The beauty is any shelter can do it #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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@kindcutesteve We are international. There are OP shelters as far afield as S.Africa & the RSPCA of New South Wales, Australia... #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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yes would be nice to print info and send to what they call a shelter in my parts #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@DREAMRescue We're definitely going to get to that question in a bit.. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@KellyGDunbar Wow. Had no idea the reach was that far. Awesome! #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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@kindcutesteve ... has mandated the use of OP for all of it's shelters. We promote through lectures, our website, and word of mouth #barkoutloud |
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hayhillo:
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@turtlelady81 #barkoutloud Hi. Q: Are the programs in UK only or worlwide? |
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AndrewLedford:
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I have done training and stress reduction (enrichment) programs for shelters, they eventually get wash out because of politics #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A4 ?a. Tremendous 4 the most part! However sometimes change can b difficult & shelter staff has concerns usually abt health/safety #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@dogloversdigest that is a good point #barkoutloud many dogs are repeats, often ones with issues such as separation anxiety |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A4-b. Generally once every1 is comfortable w/change both staff & volunteers love OP. #barkoutloud |
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kindcutesteve:
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I would think that some states may have regs requiring standard operating procedures at all shelters, etc. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@AndrewLedford Ugh! Not good! #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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have clients who adopted #barkoutloud never dreamed they would get a dog that ate their house |
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KellyGDunbar:
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@AndrewLedford Politics can be a problem. Animals are much easier to train and accept new things better than humans! ;-) #barkoutloud |
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kindcutesteve:
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when the Las Vegas shelter had all its problems, a Federal agency came in to investigate; what Fed agency is in charge of this area #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Q5: How does OP address animals with special needs, both behavioral and physical? #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@AndrewLedford - Politics - don't get me started, that's just horrible #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@lookwhatlabs Ate their house???? Holy cow! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@kindcutesteve RI doesn't. I don't know about other states. #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@KellyGDunbar yup change, getting folks to accept change #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@KellyGDunbar is a Director of the Center for Applied Animal Behavior, #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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@dogloversdigest We do have a follow-up model with our Adopters Anonymous meetings & volunteer call back b.prob matrix of solutions #barkoutloud |
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kindcutesteve:
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Nevada didn't either, hence, we had the Federal Govt here, like the FDA #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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The focus is on teaching people how to train their dogs to be the best canine citizens possible #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Agree! RT @KellyGDunbar: @AndrewLedford Politics can be a prob. Animals r easier to train&accept new things bettr thn humans! ;-) #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@DaisyWunderDog lol in a manner of speaking, well, SA dogs to eat wood trim, sofas, door mats window ledges, destructive #barkoutloud |
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hayhillo:
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@turtlelady81 #barkoutloud meant to say US (not UK). Oops |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Speaking of behavior: Q5: How does OP address animals with special needs, both behavioral and physical? #barkoutloud |
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AndrewLedford:
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Yes, humans and human groups can be tricky to work with #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A5-a. OP does focus on basic training & easy, predictable b.problems, but the volunteer learning is progressive & those that stay.. #barkoutloud |
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kindcutesteve:
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Kelly, do you have training for rescues also? in NV we have many rescues saving as many animals from our public shelter as possible #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A5-b. ... with the program really do get an education in dog behavior & rehab. I recommend new trainers cut their teeth in shelters #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@kindcutesteve Honest ta god... that question is on our list...hold on a sec. #barkoutloud |
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Wooftowncom:
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@KellyGDunbar Are there resources required by shelter staff / care givers that would help? A way to educate or manage the process? #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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@KellyGDunabr Doing great! Think most of us are just soaking up the knowledge as we didn't know about OpenPaw previously! #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A5-c. Personally I'd like folks to focus on prevention bcuz most problems are so predictable & so easily prevented or nipped in bud #barkoutloud |
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Wooftowncom:
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I whole heartedly agree @turtlelady81 RT The focus is on teaching people how to train their dogs... #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@KellyGDunbar A5-b So glad you guys have something I can share with my shelter. Just got new prog started for new moms. #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A5-c. I do not think the shelter is a good place for animals that need behavior rehab. Trained foster care - much better! #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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RT @lookwhatlabs: #petchat rescued dogs need to feel safe in their environments, learn trust often #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@Wooftowncom It's so often the case, isn't it? #barkoutloud |
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DREAMRescue:
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Maybe trainer certifics should require shelter time RT @KellyGDunbar A5-b. I recommend new trainers cut their teeth in shelters #barkoutloud |
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dino_dogan:
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Im seein sum tweeps rail against PETA&HSUS.They're takin away $ fr local shelters,killin dogs,etc. Can u speak on it? @KellyGDunbar #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Agree.RT @Wooftowncom: I whole heartedly agree @turtlelady81 RT The focus is on teaching people how to train their dogs... #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@DREAMRescue Good thought... #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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A5-d. I'd love to see an army of trained foster volunteers for pups, kittens, and delicate or problem creatures. #barkoutloud |
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dogloversdigest:
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@KellyGDunbar I agree that shelters r a good place for new trainers 2 learn. But b careful because many shelters will push 2 hard. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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So agree! RT @KellyGDunbar: A5-c. Do not thnk shelter is gd place 4animals tht need beh' rehab. Trained foster care much better! #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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@dogloversdigest What do you mean? Push too hard? #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@dogloversdigest Hmm? Push too hard? #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Me too. RT @KellyGDunbar: A5-d. Love to see an army of trained foster volunteers 4 pups, kittens, & delicate or problem creatures. #barkoutloud |
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Wooftowncom:
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@turtlelady81 Like @KellyGDunbar was saying: better to be proactive; the more support people have as parents, the betteroff the Dog #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@KellyGDunbar In my world... that happens. "Trained army of volunteers" #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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@DREAMRescue I like the idea of trainer certification requiring shelter time, but with specific programs, not just any shelter. #barkoutloud |
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kindcutesteve:
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In Vegas what we found with up to 1000 dogs in public shelter; get dogs out of there per assessment asap into temp homes; then adop #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@dogloversdigest I know what you mean. Burn out so easy in shelter environment esp for new trainer #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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So how do we get OpenPaw to our local shelters? #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@dogloversdigest a student I mentored went and tried to work with an aggressive dog = not good #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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Me2!RT @KellyGDunbar: A5-d.Id love to C an army of trained foster volunteers for pups, kittens, and delicate or problem creatures. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@Keeping_Awake That's a question coming up...hold on a sec. #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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@Wooftowncom The prevention *paw* of OP is that by training the volunteers we are arming the community w/info. Knowledge is power #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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:-) @KellyGDunbar: A5-d.Id love to C an army of trained foster volunteers for pups, kittens, and delicate or problem creatures. #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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@turtlelady81 OK, cool, because I'm already sold! :)
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Mod_Lorie:
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Q6. How can rescue organizations and other non-shelter environments benefit from OP? #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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Also, www.dogstardaily is our other *paw* of prevention. Make info accessible & entertaining. DO try this at home. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@Keeping_Awake I think we're all smiling at this prospect! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Think so too RT @turtlelady81: @Keeping_Awake I think we're all smiling at this prospect! #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@KellyGDunbar LOL I agree #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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Itis fabulous too --->RT @KellyGDunbar: www.dogstardaily is our other *paw* of prevention. Make info accessible & entertaining. #barkoutloud |
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dino_dogan:
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sum r saying they r bad for animals.Takin $ fr local shelters & even killin dogs. R u familiar with the accusations? @KellyGDunbar #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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Q6-a. OP can be used anywhere, not just shelters. We've used the program in daycare, boarding, and veterinary facilities. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@DaisyWunderDog I suspect so! There's alot of interest in this topic! Ppl are sick and tired of dead dogs and cats. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@dino_dogan Probably not a good idea to get into that during this session, but lots of interest in this. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@KellyGDunbar Q6-a Pet sitters too? I board in my home. Wld be interested in OP #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@turtlelady81 A lot of talk in vet community about behavior modification and reducing stress. #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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Q6-b. Anywhere animals are being kenneled/group-housed. Heck, even at home! I know a woman who stuffed Kongs for her neighbor's... #barkoutloud |
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Wooftowncom:
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@KellyGDunbar Ahhh... do you mean on site personal training? Is that Scalable? What about online resources & 'chat' support? #barkoutloud |
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dogloversdigest:
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Good to hear. RT @Mod_Lorie: @turtlelady81 A lot of talk in vet community about behavior modification and reducing stress. #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@tacrabtree refer clients to dogstardaily all the time #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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Q6-c. ... backyard dog. She'd stuff Kongs, tie to a rope & throw over the fence to at least provide some enrichment. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@dogloversdigest Even applicable in reducing stress during vet visits/exams #barkoutloud |
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Wooftowncom:
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Toronto? Yes, quite a scandal. RT @lookwhatlabs: our local SPCA underwent lengthy investigation for abuse #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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Great videos too RT @lookwhatlabs: @tacrabtree refer clients to dogstardaily all the time #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@KellyGDunbar A6 awesome! #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@tacrabtree sent a Vet who recommended physical punishment (backfired) a Dr. Ian Dunbar article #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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The principles of Open Paw can be used in the home. Education 4 ppl about their pets. The beauty is that shelter animals benefit 2 #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@lookwhatlabs No vet should still be recommending physical punishment, IMO #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@Keeping_Awake Great minds think alike. #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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@Mod_Lorie Yes, vet hospitals can also benefit from OP principles & of course some shelters have vet facilities too. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Ready for Q7?
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DREAMRescue:
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Might be able to get vet to partner on OP RT @Mod_Lorie @KellyGDunbar Lot of talk in vet cmnty re behavior mod & reducing stress. #barkoutloud |
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kindcutesteve:
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Kelly, sounds like your training & behavioral modifications programs are extremely versatile #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@Mod_Lorie #youwouldbeshocked at vets still recommending #physical punishment #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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@Mod_Lorie Reduce stress at the vet, make animals more handleable also = more efficient, & of course more kind. #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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@lookwhatlabs Right, vets often worst place to seek advice on behavior, unfortunately!
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turtlelady81:
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So, shall we open this up for questions? @Dino_Dogan had a good one. Want to tackle it, Kelly? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Q7: How can we find out more abt what our local shelter is doing to support MMHR for animals in their care? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@lookwhatlabs Unfortunately, I know it still happens. But it really shouldn't :-( #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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Good idea RT @dino_dogan: wud love to @turtlelady81 @dino_dogan Maybe you could guest with us to talk about that specifically? #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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@Mod_Lorie UCDavis shelter medicine prog helped us to create protocols that addressed mental health & herd management health-wise #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@KellyGDunbar Where do I find out more on OP on DogStarDaily? #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Okay, the burning question has been asked...@Dino_Dogan can you ask again? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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OK, if we're open for questions, how do we get our local shelters on board with OP? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@KellyGDunbar Not surprised to hear that :-) #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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We try-lots of testing RT @kindcutesteve: Kelly, sounds like your training & behavioral modifications progs are extremely versatile #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@lookwhatlabs Keep doing that :-) #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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UPENN Vet hospital also does a lot of great behavioral work
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KellyGDunbar:
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Thanks for the the Dog Star Daily props folks, it's my other baby! I love them both equally. :-) #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@Keeping_Awake Sophia Yin also #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@Mod_Lorie yes I sure will thanks : ) #barkoutloud |
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dino_dogan:
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PETA+ r being accused of diverting $ fr local shelters $ killin dogs by the millions. is there any truth to this? #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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Are we on Q7? Did I miss one?
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Mod_Hilary:
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@KellyGDunbar @dogstardaily is great! Love the info in the online newsletter. #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@Keeping_Awake yes they sure do, refer clients there, have sat in on consults there #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@KellyGDunbar So Dog Star Daily not where OP info is? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@KellyGDunbar Q7: How can we find out more abt what our local shelter is doing to support MMHR for animals in their care? #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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@DaisyWunderDog OpenPaw.org. #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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Q7-a. Check out your local shelter. Are the dogs quiet & calm? Do they come to the front of the kenned to greet folks w/ a wag? #barkoutloud |
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Finch93:
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@Mod_Lorie @lookwhatlabs #Punishment #Never! Vets have a moral obligation to keep up on behavior, not all do, not taught in school #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@dino_dogan There's a lot of controversy. Not necessarily true. Look at both sides and legal proceedings. #barkoutloud |
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kindcutesteve:
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@KellyGDunbar ths is wht happened in Las Vegas public shelter it was Human Society called in made national news http://is.gd/c3yu9 #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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@DaisyWunderDog Please visit www.OpenPaw.org for the most comprehensive OP info. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@Keeping_Awake Thank you! #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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@Finch93 My vet examines/treats dogs down on the floor as often as possible. Helps dogs stay calm and friendly! #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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Did anyone see the video yesterday where the lil white dog was so scared or everything, just needed a hug & pet? Almost put down #barkoutloud |
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FangShuiCanines:
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@dino_dogan There's lots of controversay about HSUS & PeTA. Not necessarily true as media reported. #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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Q7-b. Do the cats have a place 2 hide/sleep other than their litter box? Do all animals have toys (food-stuffed) in their kennels? #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Mine too. RT @Keeping_Awake: @Finch93 My vet examines/treats dogs down on floor as often as poss. Helps dogs stay calm &friendly! #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@dancingdogblog g`night to ya #barkoutloud |
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Finch93:
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@Keeping_Awake me too! Proud of my low scaredy-dog & scaredy-cat rates-as often as they need to come, it should be fun if possible #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Yikes... Peta issues always a chat in themselves... #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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@FangShuiCanines But PETA's end goal is the eradication of companion animals. so there's that. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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RT @KellyGDunbar: @DaisyWunderDog Please visit www.OpenPaw.org for the most comprehensive OP info. #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@KellyGDunbar - my goodness, the litter box is no place for kitty to rest/hide. #barkoutloud |
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Wooftowncom:
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I guess a good vet is like a good teacher... you're lucky when you find one. #barkoutloud (p.s. mine's GREAT) |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@Keeping_Awake Not true at all. Ingrid has pets, as do most PeTA members. Read their mission statement. #barkoutloud |
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dogloversdigest:
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RT @KellyGDunbar: @DaisyWunderDog Please visit www.OpenPaw.org for the most comprehensive OP info. #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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@Finch93 I thought you might also be down on the floor! :) #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@kellygdunbar How do we get our local shelter on board with Open Paws? #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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Yep! RT @Mod_Hilary: @dino_dogan Theres a lot of controversy. Not necessarily true. Look at both sides and legal proceedings. #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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Q7-c. Do the dogs have a separate toilet area aside/away from their kennel? At least 3 potty walks daily? #barkoutloud |
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Finch93:
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@lookwhatlabs I agree! It is one of the very most important issues we counsel on! #behavior #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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so much is common sense, why is it that is so rare these days? #barkoutloud |
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Finch93:
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@Keeping_Awake not with the hamsters :) But otherwise, yeah, I like to be down where they are comfortable #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Positve. Think positive... Open Paw= positive...We can do PETA stuff later #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Yep, absolutely RT @Finch93: @lookwhatlabs I agree! It is one of the very most important issues we counsel on! #behavior #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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@Mod_Hilary Not denying they have pets in PETA, but they are vehemently anti-breeding in my understanding #barkoutloud |
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AndrewLedford:
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PETA's and ETA two great organizations promoting hate #barkoutloud |
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corecorina:
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@Mod_Hilary @keeping_Awake Did you see the Penn & Teller documentary bit on Peta? #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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I don't feel I can speak to the PETA/HSUS Q. I'm aware of allegations but don't feel I have enough info to address intelligently. #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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@corecorina Have mot seen that documentary. But maybe we should stay focused on Open Paw and save this for another chat? #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Please, oh, please ppl. Don't move this chat into a PETA discussion... #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@AndrewLedford We'll have to discuss the PeTA question later. #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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Q7-d. If your local shelter is lacking, perhaps just let them know about the program... #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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@KellyGDunbar How would we get involved as trained volunteers for OpenPaw?
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dino_dogan:
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thats totally fair..thnx Kelly @KellyGDunbar I don't feel I can speak to the PETA/HSUS Q. I'm aware of allegations but don't feel I #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Good idea! RT @KellyGDunbar Q7-d. If your local shelter is lacking, perhaps just let them know about the program... #barkoutloud |
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AndrewLedford:
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Positive reinforcement is not common sense #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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Q7-e. Most shelters don't realize it's possible to have a virtually barkless, clean shelter where the volunteers are highly trained #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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How can we help our local shelters?? #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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@dino_dogan I'm interested in hearing more though, it is a topic in and of itself for sure! #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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To become involved as an OP volunteer- well we always need help at OP, but we're not a shelter, just educational. Contact me! #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Much as we'd like to continue this conversation with Kelly... we need to wrap up... #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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I think the best way to help your local shelter discover OP is to ask if they would like to have a barkless shelter w/clean kennels #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Let's end with this question: How can we get involved/help our local shelter? #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@KellyGDunbar Thanks Kelly! I will be sharing with my shelter. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Thanks so much to @KellyGDunbar for this great chat. Your org. is an inspiration! #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@KellyGDunbar - thanks will contact you for more help in educating the area shelter, boy does it need help! #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@KellyGDunbar Ha! Great question! #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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And trained cats & dogs that not only *sell* themselves because they have the skills to get adopted, but also to stay in their home #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Yes, Kelly, fantastic presentation! @Mod_Lorie Thanks so much to @KellyGDunbar for this great chat. Your org. is an inspiration! #barkoutloud |
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dogloversdigest:
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RT @turtlelady81: I think Open Paws is truly an inspiration! #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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I think there's so much more to talk about! Will you come back another time, Kelly? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Barkless. Wow! @KellyGDunbar: Help your local shelter discover OP by asking if they want to have a barkless shelter w/clean kennels #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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My pleasure. Thank you everyone for taking the time to learn about Open Paw. I've had a blast! #barkoutloud |
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kindcutesteve:
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we all agree, great organization Kelly #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Yes! RT @turtlelady81: I think theres so much more to talk about! Will you come back another time, Kelly? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Please say yes :-) RT @turtlelady81: I think there's so much more to talk about! Will you come back another time, Kelly? #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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agreed RT @turtlelady81: I think Open Paws is truly an inspiration! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Say yes, pls! RT @turtlelady81 I think there's so much more to talk about! Will you come back another time, Kelly? #barkoutloud |
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Keeping_Awake:
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Thanks so much Kelly! Think you may have just gotten yourself a new army of volunteers tonight! #barkoutloud |
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KellyGDunbar:
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I'd love to return to Bark Out Loud, what a wonderful group of Tweeters. In the meantime, you may contact me thru the site for more info. #barkoutloud |