Bring Out Your Inner Dog Whisperer: Develop Professional Dog Training Skills and Help Dogs In Need

• Do you love the idea of a career working with dogs? 
• Are you looking to pursue a fulfilling career where you can help dog owners overcome their fur babies' behavioural or obedience challenges and improve their overall well-being? 
• Or are you an experienced animal carer or business owner looking to expand your knowledge and enhance your expertise? 

Did you know? According to Careers New Zealand and Unitec, The demand for qualified dog trainers in New Zealand has risen significantly post-COVID, mainly due to a surge in pet ownership and behavioural issues among dogs. This has created a growing need for skilled trainers who can support both pet owners and animal welfare organisations across the country, making it a perfect time to pursue a career in canine training​.

So, if your life’s calling is to build healthier and lasting relationships between dogs and their owners, now is the best chance to gain expertise to enter this paw-tastic field. Start by studying the Certificate in Dog Training—a 100-hour course designed to provide you with the skills and theoretical insights to provide training services to work with different dog breeds and your clients effectively. 

This course contains 10 key modules where you’ll learn:

• Canine Behaviour and Psychology: Gain a deep understanding of canine behaviour to enhance your training approaches and learn behavioural problem solving and rehabilitation.
• Basic & Advanced Obedience Training: Address and modify complex canine behaviours with basic to advanced training tools and techniques, boosting your capability to manage challenging situations. You’ll also learn how to train puppies to give them the best start in life.
• Specialised Training: Learn about training service and therapy dogs tailored to assist individuals with various disabilities, enriching both animal and human lives. 
• Dog Training as a Professional: Understand the requirements of delivering professional dog training services, canine wellbeing and welfare.

To enhance your learning experience, you will also enjoy benefits, including full access to our online learning portal, available 24/7, allowing you to study at your convenience. Each comprehensive module contains written course guides, visual presentation slides and an immersive audio podcast allowing you to choose which learning method you prefer. Upon completion you’ll receive a digital certificate and statement of attainment for each module.

Finally, you’ll be ready to explore a wide range of career opportunities with dogs, such as dog trainer, canine behaviour consultant, puppy trainer, animal shelter worker, animal rescue worker, pet sitting business owner, doggy daycare owner, dog walker, and dog training business owner. 

Ready to explore a career where you can work with dogs of all breeds and sizes as your future clients? Enquire now about the Certificate in Dog Training to gain the essential skills to make this world a better place for both dogs and their owners.