"You get a dog because you want a best friend, you call a dog trainer because you don’t want your best friend to be a jerk!” Although the quote is very funny, it is also very true. People hire dog trainers for all sorts of reasons… Simple Basic Obedience or to assist with inappropriate behaviours such as chewing, digging, barking and jumping, just to name a few. The right kind of training can fix a lot of problems, but more importantly, it can build a better relationship between you and your dog. Training is a way for you to communicate with your dog. You speak English, he speaks dog! Training is your translator. It helps the two of you understand how to live together in balance and harmony.
COURSE FEATURES
One of the most important things we can do for our dogs, is to equip them with a set of cues or words that enable us to keep them out of harm's way and allow us to have a stress-free life with them. These cues help us guide our dogs and open up clear lines of communication between owner and dog, which will give them clarity about what we require from them.
This 4-week practical, results-driven course contains proven step-by-step recipes that will help you teach your beloved puppy or dog all the essential skills he requires to become a good, well-mannered and well-balanced dog.
WEEK 1 & 2
Pre-Recorded Educational Session
Introduction
Dog Behaviour
How Dogs Learn
House Rules And Extinction Bursts
Exercise And Mental Stimulation
Chew Toys, Chew Toy Training And Interactive Puzzle Feeders
Access an entire month's worth of training content, including demo videos to give you some visual guidance. You will also have access to any new content we add to this course from time to time.
Committed dog owners should be able to work through the course content within 4 weeks, however, we understand that life gets busy, so you can take your time.
This course does not deal with the issue of reactivity or aggression, it assists with basic obedience and the prevention of certain unwanted behaviours. However, training your dog and providing daily mental and physical stimulation may be helpful in reducing reactivity or aggression.
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Over many years, we've helped thousands of clients train their dogs... Here's what a handful of them have to say:
Kathy: “This course has been incredibly helpful, easy to follow and worth every cent! I am able to share what I’ve learnt with my family members to ensure my dog’s training remains consistent, so we end up with a happy, well-behaved dog. I'm so glad I discovered this course and would recommend it to any dog owner.”
Tim: “I’ve had dogs all my life, but by completing this course, I’ve come to the realisation that I had a lot of misconceptions about dog behaviour and how dogs learn. Some of the old school techniques I have used in the past were not very kind and by switching to a more positive approach, I have been able to achieve so much more with my dogs and our relationship is a hundred times better because of it. I am extremely appreciative of Friends Of The Dog.”
Stacy: “I was looking for affordable trainers when I stumbled across this online course. I thought I’d give it a go and learn some training techniques on my own. I liked the idea of attending in-person classes, however, I wanted my dog’s training to start immediately, rather than having to wait for physical classes to become available. I am pleasantly surprised at how quickly my dog has picked up on the new skills, and just how easy it has been for me to implement them into our daily routine. Within a short time, we have built the foundation for a strong bond and clear communication. By working on it a little every day, I don't feel uncertain about how to deal with normal puppy behaviours.”
Lauren: “The Friends Of The Dog courses are all very comprehensive and excellent value for money. They’re always packed with heaps of interesting and useful information and tips. I needed some training help with my adopted dog and he is much more manageable now. He has calmed down tremendously and our relationship has grown so much by training and learning together. I am so thankful that I found Friends Of The Dog!”
Paul: “These online courses are so convenient. I don’t need to drive anywhere, I can look at the course content whenever I want and follow it at my own pace, as well as my dog’s pace, and if I get distracted, I can rewind the video or read over the content again to get me back on track. My dog has come a long way since I started training with her and she looks forward to our daily training sessions together. One thing I’ve learnt from this course is that dog training is a lifelong process, dogs learn all the time and from all our everyday interactions with them. So, old dogs CAN learn new tricks too! Consistency, repetition, patience and positive reinforcement is key.”
