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Dog Commands for Beginners
Holly and Hugo

Intelligent and creative training for lasting behavior and a strong bond with your dog of any age

Summary

Price
£15 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
30 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - Free
Assessment details
  • Module Exams (included in price)
  • Module Exams (included in price)

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Overview

An untrained dog is a dangerous dog! With dogs, good communication is key - If you don't communicate well, you are setting yourself and your dog up for failure! Your dog can only obey you if he understands what you are telling him.

Dog training is such an important part of your dog's overall well being, not to mention your relationship together. Dog training can improve the life of your pet, strengthen your bond together and decrease or eliminate behavioral issues. It can also save their life. Teaching basic commands like "wait at the door" or "stay" can save your dog from running into a busy street. "Leave it" can save your pet from swallowing something that could kill them. Through positive reinforcement dog training, you'll create mutual respect and teach your dog all the tools he will need to be the best furry friend you've ever had!

Our expert trainer, Ian Stone, will walk you through everything you need to know to communicate effectively with your dog in this all video course.

From 'come' to 'stay'

  • This course covers everything you'll need to set a solid foundation of training for your dog.
  • We start at the beginning, with hardware and engagement, so you are buiding from expert knowledge right from the start.
  • All you need is 10 minutes, twice a day, and you and your dog will be professionals in no time!
  • This all video course features real dogs in real life training situations - we show you exactly how to do it!
  • Access this course anywhere, any time - as long as you have an internet connection, you can learn!

Certificates

Assessment details

Module Exams

Included in course price

Module Exams

Included in course price

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Description

This course is taught by certified professional dog trainer, Ian Stone, who has over 10 years experience working in animal welfare. He will guide you step-by-step through fundamental concepts, basic training commands, behavior problems, as well as some games and tricks! Whether you have a puppy, newly adopted dog from a shelter or an older dog who needs some behavioral training - everything in this course can be applied to canine friends of any age!

Training your dog is an essential part of dog ownership! The leading cause of death for dogs is bad training. Badly behaved dogs get taken to shelters, and sadly, most will not make it out of a shelter.

The best thing you can do for your dog is train them well! They will thank you for it - and so will the people around you!

This course is for anyone who wants to build a stronger bond with their pet and provide the highest level of training to improve their life. Whether you just brought home a new puppy, adopted a shelter dog or live with an older dog who never got properly trained this course is perfect for you.

This course takes the stress out of having to be somewhere at a specific time each week for dog training. It allows you to properly train from the comfort of your own home. Understand how your pet thinks and keep their attention to basic commands and common behavioral problems. Professional dog trainer Ian Stone takes you step-by-step with video of real dogs to show you how to properly train your furry friend and how to have fun while doing so!

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction
  • Instructor introduction and overview
  • Equipment use and habituation process
  • Communication principles and handling basics
Module 2: Food, Motivation & Basic Commands
  • Food management and reward usage
  • Building engagement and motivation
  • Foundational control positions and obedience basics
Module 3: Stay, Leave It & Leash Skills
  • Teaching and strengthening the “stay” command
  • Loose-lead walking fundamentals (Part 1)
  • “Leave it” command training (Part 1)
Module 4: Off and Recall Training
  • Teaching the “get off” command
  • Building a reliable recall (“come”) response
Module 5: Advanced Training Skills
  • Advanced loose-leash walking techniques (Part 2)
  • Advanced “leave it” command work (Part 2)

Who is this course for?

Holly and Hugo courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.

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