À propos

Whether you need to train your new puppy or you own an older dog with problem behaviors, then this video course, filmed with real dogs, is for you. Less than 5% of dog owners take their canine friends to a training center. Physically attending classes each week takes commitment, time and money. Now, with this online course you can work at your own pace without having to leave the comfort of your own home.

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!

Prérequis

International Open Academy 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.

Leçons

Module 1: Foundations

• Meet the trainer
• Hardware and habituation
• Communication
• Food handling
• Engagement and motivation

Module 2: New Dog

• Realistic expectations
• Potty training
• Puppy biting
• Socialization

Module 3: Basic Moves

• Exercise and stimulation
• Basic control positions
• Training the stay
• Loose leash walking 1
• Leave it
• Teaching get off

Module 4: Further Moves

• Goals criteria and proofing
• Toy training
• Teaching to come
• Loose leash walking 2
• Leave it 2

Module 5: Side Hustles

• Train everything like a game
• Come games
• Fixing jumping
• Fixing barking
• Trick training

Module 6: Onward

• Troubleshooting
• Farewell

Carrière

A qui s'adresse ce cours ?

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. 

Certification 

You will be required to complete each lesson in full, and answer exams at the end of each course module. If your pass rate exceeds 55% on each exam then you will receive a certificate of completion, to recognize your achievement. You can immediately download your PDF course certificate from IOA.

Most of our courses will earn you credits through Continuing Education (CE) / Continuing Professional Development (CPD). CE/CPD points are accepted and recognized by professional member bodies and academic institutions across the US and internationally.

All courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards (www.icoes.org). When successfully completing a course, students can choose to purchase an ICOES certificate that recognizes the achievement, from this third-party institution.