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Dog Psychology and Training Bundle (2 Courses)

Open the door to an exciting career in dog psychology and training.
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Qualification

ICOES Accredited

Delivery

100% online, self paced.

Duration

Approx. 6 months.

Access 

Lifetime membership.

Learn How To Understand Your Dog In This Dog Psychology Course - Includes 2 Courses

Understanding how our favourite companion animal, the dog, processes information from the world around them is an essential skill when working with dogs. Being on the forefront of scientific research in dog psychology will give you a unique opportunity to provide the right kind of dog training, opening the door to an exciting career in dog behaviour training.

When it comes to dog training, It's a waste of time and effot to simply forge ahead unconsciously with ways that might be tried and tested, but are not based on an in-depth knowledge of a dogs psychology. This dog psychology course will teach you how to manipluate or 'hack' the behaviours of a dog by understanding how the psychology of the dog works. Whether you're looking to change careers or simply want to learn about your own dogs psychology, you'll be surprised by how much there is to learn.

In this dog psychology course you'll explore topics including puppy training as well as handling tricky behavioural problems such as chewing, jumping, whining and barking. You'll become aware of key dog obedience training techniques such as clicker training, motivational training and other positive reinforcements methods and understand how to confidently apply these techniques with your own and customers dogs. 

Ensuring the safety of dogs in your care, you will also gain essential pet first aid skills. You'll learn how to administer life-saving first aid to dogs in your care, a skill that you simply cannot put a price on.

Why Study This Bundle?

Studying this dog psychology bundle course not only saves you hundreds of dollars but will give you the confidence to embark on a rewarding career working with dogs. 

Dog Behaviour and Training Certificate 

Pet First Aid Certificate 

 

Accreditation and Recognition

Our Dog Behaviour and Training Certificate is Internationally Accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards ICOES.

This course went through a rigorous evaluation and audit to gain accreditation. Having ICOES accreditation guarantees that you will receive a high standard of content that has undergone evaluation by an independent organisation, ensuring it's quality and credibility. This is an ICOES-accredited private course. It is not a nationally recognised AQF qualification.

Topics

Encompassing two industry recognised courses, this Dog Psychology Bundle includes 2 certificate courses, covering 18 interactive module topics.

  • The Evolution of Dogs
  • Understanding Candids
  • Dogs v Wolves
  • From Wild to Best Friend: Dog Domestication
  • Dog Breeds: Exploring Their Diversity

  • Decoding Dog Genes
  • Breeding Better: Nature vs. Human Influence
  • The Gene Pool: How Genetics Shape Breeds
  • Predicting Traits: Understanding Gene Probability
  • Personality Blueprint: Breeding for Temperament
  • Gene Showdown: Dominance vs. Recessiveness
  • Breeding Wisely: The Dangers of Inbreeding
  • Crafting Canines: The Art of Selective Breeding
  • Healthy Hounds: Genetics and Well-being
  • Innate Instincts: Nature vs. Nurture in Dogs

  • Canine Classifications
  • Breed Standards
  • Breed Membership Requirements
  • Breed Groups Explained
    • Toys
    • Terriers
    • Gundogs
    • Hounds
    • Working Dogs
    • Utility Dogs
    • Non-Sporting
  • Designer Dogs
  • Mixed Breeds

  • The Five Senses
    • Smell
    • Hearing
    • Taste
    • Touch
    • Sight
  • Skin and Fur
  • The Musculoskeletal System
  • The Circulatory System
  • The Heart
  • The Lymphatic System
  • The Digestive, Respiratory and Urinary Systems

  • The Nervous System
  • The Automatic Nervous System
  • Nerves and Neurons
  • The Spinal Cord
  • The Brain
  • Endocrine System Overview
  • Hormones Effect on the Brain

  • Canine Nutrition
    • Proteins
    • Starch
    • Fibre
    • Fats
    • Minerals
    • Vitamins
    • Water
  • Feeding According to a Dogs Needs
  • Older Dogs
  • Identifying Health Concerns
  • Common Dog Diseases
  • Dog First Aid & CPR

  • The Puppy Years
  • Socialising Puppies
  • Puppy Training
  • The Reproductive Years
    • Puperty in Males
    • Puperty in Females
    • Mating
    • Pregnancy
    • Whelping
    • Nursing
    • Weaning
  • The Adult Years
  • Older Dogs

  • Understanding The Domestication Effect
  • Canine Connections: Exploring Hierarchy and Socialisation
  • Puppy Independence: Navigating the Detachment Phase
  • Addressing Separation Anxiety in Dogs
  • Desensitisation Techniques for Dogs
  • Strategies for Managing Aggressive Behavior in Dogs
  • Hierarchial Aggression
  • Unpacking Mounting Behaviour
  • Insights into Territorial Aggression in Dogs
  • Understanding Predatory Aggression
  • Decoding Submissive Body Language in Dogs
  • Submissive Body Signs
  • Investigating Marking Territory in Dogs
  • Exploring Feeding Behaviour in Dogs

  • Explore How Dogs Think
  • How Do Dogs Learn
  • Understanding Associative and Non-Associative Learning in Dogs
    • Habituation
    • Sensitisation
    • Classical Learning
    • Operative Learning
  • Positive/Negative Reinforcement
  • Positive/Negative Punishment
  • Adapting Your Approach to Meet Your Dogs Learning Style
  • Navigating Reinforcement and Correction in Dog Training
  • The Art of Timing
  • Debunking Common Misconceptions about Canine Learning

  • Training Techniques
    • The Koehler Method
    • Dominance Based Training
    • Model-rival Training
    • Relationship-Based Training
    • Motivational Training
    • Clicker Training
    • Scientific Training
  • Basic Commands
    • Sit
    • Lie Down
    • Recall

  • Types of Disorders
    • Aggression
    • Fears and Phobias
    • Destructive Beahviours
    • Abnormal Repetitive Behaviours
    • Elimination Related Behaviour
    • Eating Disorders
  • Correcting Unwanted Behaviours
    • Separation Anxiety
    • Chewing
    • Food Aggression
    • Excessive Whining
    • Jumping
    • Biting, Mouthing and Nipping

  • General Obedience Training : Your Dog Training School
  • Dog Trainer v Dog Behaviourist
  • Specialised Dog Training Careers
    • Training Dogs for people with Disabilities
    • Training Rescue/Emergency Dogs
    • Training for the Entertainment Industry
    • Training Dogs for Militart and law Enforcement
    • Training Dogs for Sport
    • Training Disabled Dogs
  • Become a Dog Walker or Pet Sitter
  • Working in Doggy Cay Care or Boarding Kennels
  • Dog Photography Careers

  • First aid and the law
  • The importance of your role
  • Keeping animals safe in an emergency
  • Precautions and safety
  • Accident prevention

  • First Aid Kits
  • Bandaging materials
  • Scrubs, wipes and powders
  • Ticks, tweezers and lubrications
  • Elizabeth collar

  • Initial assessment
  • Hands on assessment
  • Taking a pulse
  • Checking gums
  • Dehydration and teeth
  • Checking Eyes
  • Checking Skin
  • Checking temperature
  • Checking For pain
  • Triage and Vital Signs

  • Vomitting and diarrhoea
  • Hyperthermia and Hypothermia
  • Coughing and Breathing
  • Ears and Eyes
  • Mouths
  • Scooting Bottom
  • Scratching and Chewing
  • Limping and lethargy

  • Procedures
  • Restraint
  • CPR
  • Bleeding
  • Cleaning and Bandaging
  • Tails and Ears
  • Eyes
  • Anal Glands
  • Choking

  • Road Traffic Accidents
  • Shock
  • Fractures and Wounds
  • Town Nails
  • Burn and Spinal Injuries
  • Blockages, Bloat and Bites
  • Accidental Poisoning
  • Snake Bites
  • Eye and Ear Foreign Bodies
  • Seizures

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Learn together. Grow together. Succeed together.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quickly find out answers to our most common questions.

On average 8 months.

Most students study this course part time for a few hours a week and complete in around 8 months. We recognise that everyone's schedule varies, that's why you set the deadlines and not us. You'll receive unlimited lifetime access to the course so you can take as much time as you need to practice and complete your assessments.

Absolutely not!

We appreciate that learning online can be daunting for some. Our student focussed approach means that you're never far away from feeling supported, whether that be from your mentor, our friendly support staff or your fellow students. After enrolling you'll be invited to join our students only private Facebook group. You'll find this group will play an active role in your studies. Not only will you have like-minded people to learn alongside with, but you'll feel motivated and inspired as you share your learning journey's.

Yes, our dog behaviour course is accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards (ICOES).

You can find more information about ICOES on their website here.

Yes!

Upon successful completion of your assessment you'll receive a Professional Certificates for each course.

Yes you can.*

Yes you can.*  If you would prefer to pay fortnightly or monthly, just get in touch and we can organise a customised payment plan for you.

There is no time limit!

We offer lifetime access so you can study at your own pace without the worry of meeting any deadlines.

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Easy to navigate, step by step learning led by industry experts. Enjoy one-on-one tutor support with the flexibility of no time limits.

Duration

On average, successful students take 8 months to complete this course

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