Dog Walking 101 or 201 or Socialization & Obedience Course at International Open Academy
Learn leash training techniques, handle dogs safely, and explore psychology for better walks
Walking your dog should be a fun experience for both of you, but it often turns into a tug-of-war. Does your pooch drag you down the street or ignore your commands? Our course can turn that chaos into calm! Learn effective leash techniques, improve obedience, and make walks enjoyable again. It's time to build confidence in your handling skills.
What We Offer
- Dog Walking & Socializing Pack -1 Dog Walking 101
- Dog Walking & Socializing Pack -2 Dog Walking 201
- Dog Walking & Socializing Pack -3 Dog Socialization & Obedience
- All three Courses
Dog Walking 101
- Taking your dog for walks conjures up wonderful images of romping through parks and enjoying quality time together. But what if you secretly dread walking the dog? Do you find excuses not to head outside for much-needed exercise for you and your furball? Does your dog pull so hard on the leash you fear he’ll pull your arm off. Walking the dog is hard work!
- Know how to leash train a dog so he doesn’t jump up at strangers, leap out into traffic, eat something gross on the sidewalk, or pull you over.
- With our friendly dog trainer Ian Stone, you’ll soon have your puppy or older dog under control.
- In his easy-to-follow videos, you’ll learn how to teach a dog to walk on a leash.
- You’ll know what equipment you need, such as different harnesses and leashes, and go through the different training stages to leash train – including using food to teach your dog.
Modules
-
Module 1: Before You Get Started
- Meet the trainer and course overview
- How to handle and use food correctly
- Marker training and engagement
- Selecting the right hardware and habituation
- Leash handling skills
-
Module 2: Building A Strong Foundation
- Understanding the training stages
- Stage 1: leash over shoulder
- Stage 2: leash in front and heel-sits
- Stage 3: heel-sits in straightaways
- Stage 4: say “Hello” (sit for petting)
-
Module 3: Moving Forward
- Tension control
- Layering distractions and moving outside
- Training aids
- Real world practice
-
Module 4: Polishing, Troubleshooting, And Add-ons
- Road construction
- Heel and finish maneuvers
- Boomerang maneuver
- Retractable
- Farewell
-
For More Information about this course, please go to this link – https://internationalopenacademy.com/collections/en/products/loose-leash-walking
Dog Walking 201
- Would you like a healthy career that involves working with dogs? Then dog walking is right up your street!
- You can go on lovely walks and have fun with animals.
- It’s also a quick and inexpensive business to set up – with our help!
- This in-depth course covers everything you need to know to start a successful career as a dog walker.
- You’ll expand your knowledge of dog training and psychology while gaining useful skills.
- Through this course, you will learn how to safely interact with all temperaments of dogs, from reading body language to calming anxiety and first aid.
- Take your love of dogs and turn it into a money-making business!
- Working towards an accredited course will show your customers that you’re the best person for the job.
Modules
-
Module 1: The Fundamentals Of Dog Walking
- Safety First – For Pooches and People
- Entering and Leaving Homes Securely
- Your Responsibilities
- Complying with the Law
-
Module 2: Advanced Principles Of Dog Walking
- Be Prepared
- Reading Body Language
- Understanding Aggression
- The Dynamics of Dog Fights
-
Module 3: Training & Psychology
- Reward Based Training
- Recognizing Bad Habits
- Teach an Old Dog New Tricks
- Dealing with Fear
-
Module 4: First Aid
- On the Spot Diagnosis
- Vomiting and Diarrhea
- Poisoning
- Cuts, grazes, wounds and burns
- Breaks and Fractures
- Shock
- When you’ll need to involve a vet
- Your First Aid Kit
-
Module 5: Setting Up Your Business
- Research Time
- Finances and Insurance
- Regulations
- Get Creative with Services to Drive Business
- Advertising & Marketing
-
For More Information about this course, please go to this link – https://internationalopenacademy.com/collections/en/products/dog-walking-course
Dog Socialization & Obedience
- There’s no doubt about it, dogs are everyone's best friend!
- Occasionally, every dog owner will go through phases where their lovable pooch acts more like a monster.
- This course will empower you to be your own dog behaviorist and training guru.
- Working hands-on with your dog strengthens your bond and builds trust.
- Trainers and schools are expensive, stressful, and don’t always give long-lasting results.
- By the end of the course, you’ll be able to work directly with your dog to fix bad behaviors and recognize signs of future problems.
- Enroll today and start working your magic!
Modules
-
Module 1: Building Trust Starts With You
- Dominance vs. Leadership
- What Your Dog Needs from You
- Take the Lead! Your Role as an Owner
- The Power of Energy
- Using your Voice Effectively
-
Module 2: What’s Your Dog Thinking/doing?
- Hereditary Traits and Ancestry
- How Humans Shape Dog Development
- Understanding the Dog Learning Process
- “Normal” Dog Behavior and Motivation
- Identifying Your Dog’s Natural Habits
- Interpreting Doggy Language
- Get Fluent in ‘Dog’
-
Module 3: Correcting Domestic Behaviors
- Overcoming Fear and Anxiety
- Chewing and Destruction
- Excessive Barking or Howling
- Digging, Clawing, and Escape Artists
- Indoor Soiling and Housebreaking Problems
- How to Handle Hyperactivity
-
Module 4: Correcting Social Behaviors
- Understanding Aggression
- Not Getting Along with Other Dogs
- Food and Toy Guarding
- Bad Manners – Jumping, Humping, and Attention Seeking
- Begging for Food
-
Module 5: Obedience
- General Training Tips
- Clicker Training
- Basic and Advanced Commands
- Teaching Recall
- Walking on a Lead – No Pulling Allowed!
- Crate Training
-
For More Information about this course, please go to this link – https://internationalopenacademy.com/collections/en/products/dog-socialization-obedience-masterclass
Why You Should Grab The Offer
This offer is perfect for anyone wanting to enhance their dog's walking experience or start a career in pet care. The courses cover everything from basic obedience commands to understanding canine psychology, ensuring well-rounded knowledge. Learners can expect engaging modules that cater to all skill levels, providing the tools needed for successful interactions with dogs. Each pack is designed by experts aiming to build confidence in handling different situations safely. With these skills under your belt, transform challenging walks into enjoyable outings for both you and your furry friend.
How to redeem your voucher
Note: The discount is not applied until you enter the voucher code in the checkout
- Go to this link: https://internationalopenacademy.com/collections/en/products/loose-leash-walking
- Add to Cart
- Proceed to checkout and sign in or create an account
- Apply the voucher code in the discount code field, and the course price will revert to $0
- Check out and start your course.
Learn leash training techniques, handle dogs safely, and explore psychology for better walks
Walking your dog should be a fun experience for both of you, but it often turns into a tug-of-war. Does your pooch drag you down the street or ignore your commands? Our course can turn that chaos into calm! Learn effective leash techniques, improve obedience, and make walks enjoyable again. It's time to build confidence in your handling skills.
What We Offer
- Dog Walking & Socializing Pack -1 Dog Walking 101
- Dog Walking & Socializing Pack -2 Dog Walking 201
- Dog Walking & Socializing Pack -3 Dog Socialization & Obedience
- All three Courses
Dog Walking 101
- Taking your dog for walks conjures up wonderful images of romping through parks and enjoying quality time together. But what if you secretly dread walking the dog? Do you find excuses not to head outside for much-needed exercise for you and your furball? Does your dog pull so hard on the leash you fear he’ll pull your arm off. Walking the dog is hard work!
- Know how to leash train a dog so he doesn’t jump up at strangers, leap out into traffic, eat something gross on the sidewalk, or pull you over.
- With our friendly dog trainer Ian Stone, you’ll soon have your puppy or older dog under control.
- In his easy-to-follow videos, you’ll learn how to teach a dog to walk on a leash.
- You’ll know what equipment you need, such as different harnesses and leashes, and go through the different training stages to leash train – including using food to teach your dog.
Modules
-
Module 1: Before You Get Started
- Meet the trainer and course overview
- How to handle and use food correctly
- Marker training and engagement
- Selecting the right hardware and habituation
- Leash handling skills
-
Module 2: Building A Strong Foundation
- Understanding the training stages
- Stage 1: leash over shoulder
- Stage 2: leash in front and heel-sits
- Stage 3: heel-sits in straightaways
- Stage 4: say “Hello” (sit for petting)
-
Module 3: Moving Forward
- Tension control
- Layering distractions and moving outside
- Training aids
- Real world practice
-
Module 4: Polishing, Troubleshooting, And Add-ons
- Road construction
- Heel and finish maneuvers
- Boomerang maneuver
- Retractable
- Farewell
-
For More Information about this course, please go to this link – https://internationalopenacademy.com/collections/en/products/loose-leash-walking
Dog Walking 201
- Would you like a healthy career that involves working with dogs? Then dog walking is right up your street!
- You can go on lovely walks and have fun with animals.
- It’s also a quick and inexpensive business to set up – with our help!
- This in-depth course covers everything you need to know to start a successful career as a dog walker.
- You’ll expand your knowledge of dog training and psychology while gaining useful skills.
- Through this course, you will learn how to safely interact with all temperaments of dogs, from reading body language to calming anxiety and first aid.
- Take your love of dogs and turn it into a money-making business!
- Working towards an accredited course will show your customers that you’re the best person for the job.
Modules
-
Module 1: The Fundamentals Of Dog Walking
- Safety First – For Pooches and People
- Entering and Leaving Homes Securely
- Your Responsibilities
- Complying with the Law
-
Module 2: Advanced Principles Of Dog Walking
- Be Prepared
- Reading Body Language
- Understanding Aggression
- The Dynamics of Dog Fights
-
Module 3: Training & Psychology
- Reward Based Training
- Recognizing Bad Habits
- Teach an Old Dog New Tricks
- Dealing with Fear
-
Module 4: First Aid
- On the Spot Diagnosis
- Vomiting and Diarrhea
- Poisoning
- Cuts, grazes, wounds and burns
- Breaks and Fractures
- Shock
- When you’ll need to involve a vet
- Your First Aid Kit
-
Module 5: Setting Up Your Business
- Research Time
- Finances and Insurance
- Regulations
- Get Creative with Services to Drive Business
- Advertising & Marketing
-
For More Information about this course, please go to this link – https://internationalopenacademy.com/collections/en/products/dog-walking-course
Dog Socialization & Obedience
- There’s no doubt about it, dogs are everyone's best friend!
- Occasionally, every dog owner will go through phases where their lovable pooch acts more like a monster.
- This course will empower you to be your own dog behaviorist and training guru.
- Working hands-on with your dog strengthens your bond and builds trust.
- Trainers and schools are expensive, stressful, and don’t always give long-lasting results.
- By the end of the course, you’ll be able to work directly with your dog to fix bad behaviors and recognize signs of future problems.
- Enroll today and start working your magic!
Modules
-
Module 1: Building Trust Starts With You
- Dominance vs. Leadership
- What Your Dog Needs from You
- Take the Lead! Your Role as an Owner
- The Power of Energy
- Using your Voice Effectively
-
Module 2: What’s Your Dog Thinking/doing?
- Hereditary Traits and Ancestry
- How Humans Shape Dog Development
- Understanding the Dog Learning Process
- “Normal” Dog Behavior and Motivation
- Identifying Your Dog’s Natural Habits
- Interpreting Doggy Language
- Get Fluent in ‘Dog’
-
Module 3: Correcting Domestic Behaviors
- Overcoming Fear and Anxiety
- Chewing and Destruction
- Excessive Barking or Howling
- Digging, Clawing, and Escape Artists
- Indoor Soiling and Housebreaking Problems
- How to Handle Hyperactivity
-
Module 4: Correcting Social Behaviors
- Understanding Aggression
- Not Getting Along with Other Dogs
- Food and Toy Guarding
- Bad Manners – Jumping, Humping, and Attention Seeking
- Begging for Food
-
Module 5: Obedience
- General Training Tips
- Clicker Training
- Basic and Advanced Commands
- Teaching Recall
- Walking on a Lead – No Pulling Allowed!
- Crate Training
-
For More Information about this course, please go to this link – https://internationalopenacademy.com/collections/en/products/dog-socialization-obedience-masterclass
Why You Should Grab The Offer
This offer is perfect for anyone wanting to enhance their dog's walking experience or start a career in pet care. The courses cover everything from basic obedience commands to understanding canine psychology, ensuring well-rounded knowledge. Learners can expect engaging modules that cater to all skill levels, providing the tools needed for successful interactions with dogs. Each pack is designed by experts aiming to build confidence in handling different situations safely. With these skills under your belt, transform challenging walks into enjoyable outings for both you and your furry friend.
How to redeem your voucher
Note: The discount is not applied until you enter the voucher code in the checkout
- Go to this link: https://internationalopenacademy.com/collections/en/products/loose-leash-walking
- Add to Cart
- Proceed to checkout and sign in or create an account
- Apply the voucher code in the discount code field, and the course price will revert to $0
- Check out and start your course.
Need To Know Info
- Validity: Course content available for 12 months from the registration date. Students have 60 consecutive study days to complete a course after activation.
- Purchase: Limit of 5 vouchers per person.
- Booking: Online registration required. Register via this link: https://internationalopenacademy.com/collections/en/products/loose-leash-walking
- Restrictions: No refunds or cancellations once login details have been provided.
- Internet connection required.
- No additional fees required.
- Customer Support: Available Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Contact: http://www.internationalopenacademy.com/contact-us
- FREE Proof of Completion: Upon successful completion of the course, students can order a digital certificate of achievement featuring their name and course title. Completion requires finishing all lessons and passing the exams.
About International Open Academy
International Open Academy offers online courses created by an international team of educators with experience across a variety of industries. Each course can be accessed from a PC, laptop, tablet or mobile device and contains written lessons, graphical representations as well as a wealth of instructional videos.