🐾 Have you ever dreamed of working with dogs professionally? 🐾

Do people always ask you for advice about their dogs?

Are you fascinated by dog behaviour, training, and helping owners build stronger relationships with their canine companions?

At K9 Academy, we strive to be the bridge between dogs and their guardians.

Our Professional Dog Trainer Programme is designed for passionate dog lovers who want to develop the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence needed to become professional dog trainers.

During the programme, you'll learn:

§          How dogs evolved and what motivates them

§          Learning Theory, understanding it and applying it.

§          Canine Body Language

§          Training from Puppy to Adult with a special section on Adolescent training.

§          Canine Body Language

§          Understanding Mood State and Emotions. (Based on Karin Pienaars ground breaking MHERA)

§          Clicker Training & Positive Reinforcement
§          Client Coaching Skills
§          Class Instruction Techniques
§          Practical Training Experience

 

More importantly, you'll learn that professional dog training isn't just about teaching dogs...

It's about teaching people, solving problems, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of dogs and their families.

We focus on ethical, science-based, force free, fear-free, training methods that build trust, confidence, and cooperation between dogs and their owners.

⚠️ Student numbers are limited to ensure quality mentorship and hands-on practical experience.

✨ Turn your passion into your profession.

Interested?

Send us an email to admissions@trainingk9.co.za and tell us:

🐶 Why you would like to join the programme
🐶 Your current experience with dogs
🐶 Your goals for the future

If you could spend every day working with dogs, would you?

We look forward to hearing your story.