Animal Welfare in Practice - Companion Animal Behaviour SJDAWC and AW Club, September 13-14; lecture theatre A The 9th annual “Animal Welfare: In Practice” conference will focus on common behaviour issues in dogs and cats, their impact on the welfare of pets, and the importance of positive interactions in the prevention and management of such problems. There will be a public talk on Friday evening (“My dog just tore down my blinds…. and other behavior issues in dogs and cats”) and clinical presentations on Saturday on treatment of behavior problems in dogs and in cats (Dr. Barbara Sherman), and pharmacology of drugs used (Dr. Sandra McConkey). Please see www.upei.ca/awc for details and registration information (deadline Sept. 6).