Dog Behaviour and Handling Workshop

Attention Animal Management Officers

About the Workshop

Get ready for a full day of learning and hands-on experience at our Dog Behaviour and Handling Workshop, hosted by LG APA and expert Petra Edwards.

Whether you're new to the role or need a refresher, this workshop focuses on canine welfare and your safety, giving you the tools and confidence you need when handling dogs in your role.

The hall opens onto a lawned outdoor area, giving plenty of room for practical handling sessions.

What to Expect

• Practical exercises
• Real-world techniques
• Expert insights

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.

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