Dogstars Modules are taught by Georgina Bradley certified trainer, working with animals since 1984.  Training dogs since 1994. She maintains a Certification by the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers. DogStars is the first in the Canada to offer this competency of training.

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Become a Trainer Modules 2021 – Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday – Starts @ 4:30pm – 6:30pm

May 3 start – Basic Obedience Theory and Practical: (12 hours, $950.00 – 18 CEU’s)
You will learn how to teach a dog basic commands and how to rectify them easily and effectively. Covering training equipment and how and when to use it. Hands on practical sessions you will learn how to teach a dog to walk with a loose leash, sit, heel, stay, recall, and long line training. The focus of this module is to improve the students confidence in training and handling of unfamiliar dogs.

May 17 start – Advanced Obedience Theory and Practical: (12 hours, $950.00 – 18 CEU’s)
You will learn how to teach a dog advanced off leash and distance commands. How to rectify behaviors easily and effectively. Covering advanced training equipment and how and when to use it. Hands on practical sessions you will learn how to teach a dog to walk on and off leash, sit from a distance, down from a distance, off leash heel, stay, recall, and long line training. The focus of this module is to improve the students confidence in training and handling of unfamiliar dogs. Big focus on working around distractions and finding success when training outside.

June 7 start– The Business of Dog Training : (8 hours, $600.00 – 6.5 CEU’s)
You will learn about how to structure a puppy group class, basic and advanced group classes and private consultations. How to communicate with clients effectively, maintain records, structure a game plan for clients that work in private settings. You will also learn to complete an intake evaluation form for clients and obtain behavioural and training history and review client goals. Legal responsibilities will be discussed as well as liability waivers and release forms. The module will cover marketing techniques and business strategies for starting a dog training business.

June 21 start – Clicker Training and The Art of Training Animals for Film and TV : (12 hours, $1200.00 – 9.5 CEU’s)
You will learn how to train dogs and cats for film and tv, print ad work and live events. The basics of clicker training and proofing behaviours. Be introduced to working animals in film guidelines and regulations. Create a program for your own clientele to enrich their connection with their own dogs. Covers basic tricks and fun behaviours for owners to connect with their dogs in a special way.