Events 2026
Difficult Decisions in Rescue
An overview on behavioural euthanasia for rescue teams
Places are extremely limited to ensure this workshop stays small, personal, and reaches those who most need it in rescue. Dr. Michelle’s events have sold out every time they have been run, and this one is likely to be no exception.
Tickets will become available directly to rescues in February.
Saturday 21st March
10/148 Arthurton Road Northcote
2:30pm-4pm
Light refreshments included
Tickets: $40
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Join behaviour veterinarian, Dr Michelle for an overview of one of the most serious topics in dog behaviour - behavioural euthanasia. This short seminar is focused on giving back to those rescue teams, who give so much to help dogs in their care.
On the day we’ll cover:
What is behavioural euthanasia, and how is it different to ‘normal’ euthanasia?
What are the signs that a behaviour problem might have a poorer prognosis?
What tools can we use to assess risk and make informed decisions?
What conditions might results in behavioural euthanasia?
If you’ve wondered whether you need to make a decision about euthanasia on behavioural grounds for a dog in your care, this seminar is not to be missed.
This workshop is for anyone who:
Is involved in rescue administration or co-ordination
Is a dedicated and experienced foster carer who is required to assess dogs in their care.
Training co-ordinators involved treatment planning
Predictors and Prognosis
Advanced frameworks for Professionals
Places are extremely limited to ensure this workshop stays small, personal, and reaches those who most need it. Dr. Michelle’s events have sold out every time they have been run, and this one is likely to be no exception.
Tickets will become available directly to rescues in February.
Sunday 3rd May
10/148 Arthurton Road Northcote
9am - 1pm
Light refreshments included
Join our mailing list to stay informed. Tickets Available in April.
Join behaviour veterinarian, Dr Michelle for an overview of one of the most serious topics in dog behaviour - behavioural euthanasia.
Overview / Blurb:
This in-depth workshop is designed for trainers, behaviour consultants, and veterinary professionals who regularly face challenging decisions about behavioural euthanasia. You’ll learn structured, evidence-based frameworks for assessing risk, prognosis, and welfare, and gain confidence in making and communicating recommendations.
The workshop also addresses clinician wellbeing and strategies to reduce moral injury when guiding owners through difficult choices.
What you’ll take away:
A structured decision-making framework for behavioural euthanasia
Understanding prognostic indicators and when interventions are unlikely to succeed
Strategies for communicating sensitive recommendations to clients
Tools for managing moral distress and ethical responsibility
Case examples and practical applications for your practice
This work shop is for:
Veterinary professionals
Behaviour consultants and trainers
Shelter managers and welfare decision-makers
