Kit
The Dog
Trainer
Qualifications and Training
We believe that dog trainers should be skilled and experienced professionals; that’s why we invest at least 10% of the business turnover back into continued professional development. We know that you want a qualified trainer who will get you real-world results, using kind, scientific, and proven methods.
Please see full details of our continued professional development below.
16.11.19
The School of Canine Science
Canine Nutrition
Exploring the science of canine nutrition and the impact of diet on health and behaviour.
16.07.19
The School of Canine Science
Fear in Dogs
Four main methods for rehabilitating fearful dogs and their practical application.
01.09.19 - 30.09.19
The School of Canine Science
30 Days of Canine Science
Blending theoretical understanding and practical application.
25.07.18
Canine First Aid
Dog First Aid
Life saving and emergency care for dogs in professional care.
20.08.20
The School of Canine Science
Puppy Development - Puppy Lab
Exploring the impact of breeding and early development on puppies temperament, health and behaviour.
28.07.20
Jo-rosie Haffenden
Separation Anxiety
Exercises for prevention and expertise in identifying different types of separation anxiety.
27.08.20
Kamal Fernandez
Harnessing Arousal
Retaining focus and accuracy when dogs are highly aroused and performing under pressure.
12.09.20
The School of Canine Science
The 7 Day Survival Guide - Puppy Lab
Essential puppy skills, including: sleep, equipment, feeding, teething, toys, toileting, leaving and taking.
26.09.20
Alex Lato - Temperament Dogs
Dog Reactivity
Understanding the science of dog reactivity and developing practical skills for rehabilitation.
27.09.20
Alex Lato - Temperament Dogs
Noise Sensitivity
Developing strategies to build resilience, bravery and confidence in noise sensitive dogs.
06.10.20
The School of Canine Science
Learning Theory - Behavourism - Puppy Lab
Dispelling myths of the behaviour paradigm and exploring practical application of the methods.
02.12.20
Moira Hechenleitner
Solving Separation Anxiety
The four main principles needed to assess, diagnose and rehabilitate dogs with separation anxiety.
17.11.20
The School of Canine Science
Six Week Puppy Course - Puppy Lab
Building a complete puppy course to teach fundamental skills, obedience and confidence for puppy and handler.
03.12.20
Michael Shikashio
The Bitey Side of Business
Key learning for how to handle aggression cases as a dog training professional.
09.12.20
The School of Canine Science
Puppy Socialisation - Puppy Lab
Introducing puppies to the world around them, including: dogs, children, humans, and other animals.
21.12.20
Nando Brown
A Professional's Guide to Canine Intelligence
Exploring whether animal sciences are accurately measuring canine intelligence.
17.01.21 - Ongoing
Jo-rosie Haffenden
Formal Heelwork
Learning the process for teaching a formal obedience heelwork to your dog.
09.03.21
Clair Hickson
People Centred Solutions for Dog Trainers and Behaviourists
Working with reactive dog owners for optimum success.
09.03.21
Kamal Fernandez
Stress and Frustration Inoculation in Dogs
Questioning whether stress and frustration are always negative and strategies for building tolerance.
02.05.21
Craig Ogilvie
Interactive Play Workshop
Developing strategies for using play as a reinforcer in training.
23.07.21
The School of Canine Science
The Behaviour Bible (Ongoing)
Three year comprehensive course to become a certified Canine Science Behavourist.
06.08.21
Tasha Shaw-Verbic
From Fearful to Fearless
Exploring cooperative care for vet and grooming in pet dogs.