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  • The Bark Stops Here: Effective Strategies for Resolving Barking Cases

    • 20 Nov 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Stretton Centre - 307 Peachey Rd, Munno Para SA 5115
    • 14
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    LG APA Professional Development

    The Bark Stops Here

    A Full-Day Barking Dog Workshop with Dr Petra Edwards

    Friday 20 November 2026 | 9:00am In-person only 

    Stretton Centre, 307 Peachey Rd Munno Para SA 5115

    About the Workshop


    Meet Your Speaker

    Petra Edwards, PhD

    Certified Applied Animal Behaviourist | BSc (Animal Behaviour) (Hons) | Cert IV TAE

    Petra Edwards is a Certified Applied Animal Behaviourist (CAAB) with the Animal Behavior Society and holds a PhD in dog behaviour and welfare. With over 20 years of experience in the dog training and behaviour industry, Petra brings deep expertise and a passion for making positive change.

    Currently a Project Officer at the City of Charles Sturt Council, Petra was formerly the Training and Development Manager at RSPCA South Australia, where she helped develop the PAWS Training Program for dog care teams, collaborating closely with staff and volunteers.

    Her PhD research explored how dogs experience vet visits, the causes of fear in clinical settings and strategies for reducing stress – further deepening her knowledge in animal behaviour and welfare. Petra is a passionate advocate for humane, science-based training, and she\'s dedicated to empowering others to improve outcomes for dogs and communities alike.

    Event Details

    Format: In-person only

    Venue: Stretton Centre, 307 Peachey Road Munno Para

    Group size: Minimum 10  –  Maximum 30

    Cost: $250 Members  |  $500 Non-members

    Spaces are limited to ensure a focused and engaging experience. Secure your spot today and stop barking complaints from driving you mad!

    We can't wait to see you there.
    LG APA Committee

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  • Annual Review and Reflect - Marion Hotel - Register Now

    • 04 Dec 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Marion Hotel - 849 Marion Rd, Mitchell Park SA 5043
    • 73
    • 7 registrants
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