Landsberg - social transmission of noise phobia can occur between dogs. #avaconf

Landsberg - acral lick granulomas can be triggered by food intolerance. #avaconf

Knottenbelt - headshaking in horses is a serious welfare issue, not bad behaviour. Using punishment on these horses is cruelty. #avaconf

Landsberg - the emotional experience of the pet at the vet is more important than its behaviour. #avaconf

@VetBehaviourist wash with detergent then hang out in sun to dry for 24hrs before reuse

Landsberg - stress management involves enrichment, providing predictability and enabling control. #avaconf

Landsberg - in multi cat households space is not shared equally between the cats. #avaconf

Seksel - vets should be washing cloth muzzles between uses as they can become infused with fear pheromones released in saliva. #avaconf

Calnon -pet owners can be in a state of ongoing grief if their pet has a behaviour problem and their relationship hopes are unmet. #AVAconf

Landsberg - puppies obtained before 8 weeks of age have less anxiety problems than puppies obtained when older. #avaconf

Ley - you can survive without play but it is difficult to thrive without play #avaconf

Hunter - tips for playing with your cat. Short sessions, frequent breaks and change your toys during each session. #AVAconf

Landsberg - best results in treatment of cognitive dysfunction are with a combination of diet and enrichment. #avaconf

Landsberg - "soft" owners do not contribute to behaviour problems - inconsistent ones do. #ava2014

Help prevent dog bites, read the signs!!!! pic.twitter.com/tYMGvhoCky

Tnf100 done. Absolutely rapped with 12:25 and 7th place. I think 3rd aussie? do you reckon they will give me a wave 1 start next year?

About to head out for a long day in the Blue Mountains. Sub 13 is the goal. instagram.com

Another day at the office & another first place @ Macedon50 for @kmbehaviour @trailsplus #greatrun pic.twitter.com/kFGW5uzDHD

Great day out on the trails of macedon today. Ran the 50k in 5:56. The fog actually cleared and it was almost warm! instagram.com/p/n1J1AmvH2F/

First woman at 40km station in Macedon Trail. fb.me/6E0UcdPQk