Dog Training Fundamentals – An Enthusiast’s Guide
This is a 10-week program that introduces dog enthusiasts to fundamental dog training techniques and care, and exposes them to a variety of hobby opportunities. Students will learn about a dog’s sensory, learning, and communication abilities, how to identify and use training equipment, how to identify breeds, how to prepare for puppy ownership and training, the prevention or solutions for dealing with a variety of behavioral problems, basic pet care and grooming, and receive an overview of sports, work, and assistive therapy work for canines. Graduates will have acquired the knowledge and ability to apply principles and techniques to basic training solutions through their understanding of how a dog learns and communicates. Upon completion of this program, graduates will receive the Certificate of Completion and will be eligible to enroll in our advanced program, Pet Obedience: Theory and Application of Canine Behavior.
From Wolf to Woof: The Appearance of Man's Best Friend
- Evolution of the Dog
- Developmental Stages: From Puppy to Adulthood
- Amazing Canine Sensory Abilities
- Creating a Fulfilled Life for You and Your Dog
Body Language Never Lies
- How Dogs Communicate
- Social Skills
- Overview of How Dogs Learn
Understanding and Applying Training Equipment
- Leashes and Lines
- Collars
- Other Training Equipment
Clicker Training I
- History of Clicker Training
- Clicker Conditioning
- Teach Your Dog to be an Active Learner
A, B, C's of Breeds
- AKC Breeds by Group
- UKC, FCI, and Designer Breeds
- Breed Selection for Your Lifestyle
- Case Study
Stages of Puppy Development
- Planning for Your Puppy's Arrival
- You and Your Puppy: Starting Out on the Right Paw
- Adolescent Growth and Behavior
Problem Prevention and Solutions
- Nine Strategies for Behavioral Issues
- Common Behavioral Problems and Solutions
- Case Study
Essential Pet Care and Grooming
- Basic Dog Anatomy
- Basic Dog Care
- Grooming
Canine Performance
- The Canine Athlete
- The Life of a Working Dog
- Assistance and Therapy Dogs