Foundation Behaviour Course Dog Psychology & Behaviour Counselling

Modules 1-4 of this course will discuss basic dog psychology and address how dogs think differently from humans and what this means in terms of how they behave towards us and towards each other. We will concentrate on canine communication methods, the concept of Pack Leadership plus how and what it means to actually achieve this position. The course will also reveal the different drives and motivations apparent in a dog’s “personality” and teach you how to assess each dog (and owner!) as an individual. You will learn about canine nutrition and how different breeds have different exercise and training requirements. Finally, we will look at the most common dog behaviour problems which occur both inside and outside the home and discuss why these issues arise and how to resolve them.

Modules 5-8 concentrate on giving you the necessary skills to become a fully qualified Canine Behaviour Counsellor so that you can go on to work in this field. You will learn how to be a good listener and teacher to your clients and how to deal with the most difficult of individuals – both dogs and their owners!

Course fee: £250

Modules 1-3 can be completed as a stand-alone course for anyone wishing to have a better understanding of dog psychology and behaviour. Course fee £125. NB: This would not provide a Canine Behaviour Counsellor qualification but you would still receive a certificate in Basic Dog Psychology.

Module 1: Basic Dog Psychology & how to be a Pack Leader

Module 2: Drives, needs and motivations

Module 3: The importance of correct Diet and Exercise

Module 4: Common Behaviour Problems and how to resolve them

Module 5: Understanding your clients and gathering information

Module 6: Preparing your Behaviour Modification Plan

Module 7: Trouble-shooting: Difficult dog / difficult client

Module 8: Setting up your canine behaviour counselling business.

This course can be fully completed in your own time with course-work sent and returned via e-mail. To receive your certification the course must be completed to a high standard.