Course Info
Our understanding of canine behaviour and the various relationships that we enjoy with our dogs is advancing rapidly. This constantly updated course is designed to provide the very latest information for those keen to study dogs and apply their new understanding in a professional capacity, or for dog owners who want to learn more about their beloved pet.
For those who are looking at a change in career, or to add to their skills, the question must be asked: what makes a successful dog training class? Answer: Fulfilling what the owners want – a sociable and well- trained dog, so that both get the very best out of the relationship.
Introduction to Canine Behaviour and Training
If you want to know…
- Basic, essential dog training techniques and the science of training.
- How to motivate owners.
- How to run successful puppy and dog training classes.
- How to accommodate special needs dogs or owners into your training classes.
If you are already running a training class, or thinking of starting one, then this course is for you. Packed full of fresh and practical techniques, advice and ideas that cut to the quick of running great dog training classes, this course will give you the resources you need to kick-start your business.
This twelve-month course can be completed by anyone who wants to have a better understanding about how dogs learn or to gain an insight into how to structure and run successful dog training classes.
What the student will learn
- Understand your dog better and learn how to improve your relationship through positive reinforcement and clearer communication, along with understanding type specific needs for individual dogs.
- How to structure a lesson plan, designing different types of classes, what to look for in a potential venue and the admin and marketing behind running a successful business training your clients dogs.
Course Content
- Unit 1
- We explore the history of man’s relationship with dogs through the ages. This includes a comprehensive study of different breeds and types of dogs, their domestication, and original function as working dogs, as well as the subsequent changes occurring due to selective breeding and the impact this is having on modern day dogs and owners. This unit also explores the dog’s physical and behavioural development, as well as the impact crucial early learning has on their overall behaviour. We discuss dominance – the myths, the misconceptions and the damage this old-fashioned belief system wreaks on the emotional well-being of our companion animals.
- Unit 2
- Here we investigate the importance of training – including focusing on important questions like why people should do training, the various details involved in establishing not only the type of class, but also the training methods employed as well as why motivational training is the preferred technique applied. This unit also focuses on important practical aspects such as choosing a venue, home visits vs. class training, puppy vs. adult training, etc.
- Unit 3
- This unit focuses on the owners and their role in training. We explore various teaching and learning styles, and how to ensure that the client’s needs are fulfilled. This unit also includes how to assess dogs and assist dogs who may need special attention. We discuss owner expectations and use motivation and progression to accomplish your goals in both the class and private training lesson scenarios.
- Unit 4
- This unit addresses how dogs learn. We look at the various types of learning including the 4 quadrants and also the various types of training used in modern dog schools. Here, the student is also introduced to the subject of Emotionality – the foundation aspect of COAPE’s unique and leading approach to behaviour therapy.
- Unit 5
- Training vs. behaviour is the focal point of this unit. We discuss Factors influencing learning including the effects of diet, complicated dogs and difficult owners as well as various techniques of dealing with both in the training and behaviour context. We touch on the extremely complicated subject of aggression and students get their first set of case histories to evaluate and process.
- Unit 6
- Unit 6 comprises a study on 8 dogs, of which full details are given. The student needs to bring together everything learned in the course so far, to discuss the motivations for, and what is now maintaining the various behaviours. Look at the owner’s role in situations, as well as responses to instructions given.
- Unit 7
- This unit comprises a Special Study where the student carries out a theoretical case study based on the information provided. The student is asked to research the origin of, and what is maintaining, the challenging behaviour, produce a proposed plan for the owner and the potential outcome of the plan’s application.
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