Learning Outcomes

An Overview of Canine Communication

How Dogs Socialise and Speak

Differences in Breed and Cross-Breed Communications

Lesson Summary

Dogs have their own language as they are social creatures. This module will give you an overview of canine communication. You will learn about the importance of socialisation in dogs and at what age can they be socialised. You will understand how dogs communicate with humans and with each other as well, since canine vocalisation varies with breed.

Behavioural Problems in Dogs

How Dogs Communicate With Humans

How Humans Communicate With Dogs

Either as a dog owner or as someone who works with dogs, understanding canine behavioural issues and learning how to effectively communicate with the dogs will help in building a more fruitful association. In this module, you will learn some effective methods and ways to guide and understand your dogs and also be understood by them.

The Role of a Dog Owner

How to Teach Your Dog Basic Commands

Canine Emotions

Career Options: Working With Dogs

Whether one is planning to own a dog or work with them, it is important to understand the associated responsibilities. In this module, you will learn all aspects of owning a dog, how to teach commands and some common training mistakes. You will also get familiar with canine emotions and the wonderful options for those seeking to work with dogs.

Working With Dogs - Assessment

Learn about canine behaviour and how you can communicate with dogs in this free online training course.

Working With Dogs

Learning to communicate with their pet is an essential skill for all dog owners. This course covers canine intelligence and perception and socialization and examines the differences between purebred and crossbreed communication. We explain the role of dog owners in solving their dogs’ behavioural problems. Sign up to learn basic commands for dogs and how to work with them as pets or as service animals as you consider a career in this field.

Introduction to Sharon Bolt and Good Dogs!

The Answers to 10 Frequently Asked Dog and Puppy Questions

Holding Dog Training Consultations with Clients

Dog Language & Calming Signals

How to Resolve Unwanted Dog Behaviours

In this module you will learn the answers to ten of the most frequently asked dog & puppy training questions as well as what to include before, during & after a dog training consultation with a client. You will also discover how to resolve many unwanted dog behaviours, how to speak dog language & how to run a professional dog training business.

Dog Training Careers - Become a Professional Dog Trainer - Course Assessment

This free online course gives you the knowledge and dog training methods you need to become a professional dog trainer.

Dog Training Careers - Become a Professional Dog Trainer

During this dog trainer course, you will learn how to answer ten of the most frequently asked dog and puppy training questions, as well as what to include before, during and after a dog training consultation with a client. This course teaches you how to run a professional dog training business with templates and handouts for you to use. Also included are step-by-step video demonstrations of how to resolve many unwanted dog behaviours.

Introduction to Sharon Bolt and Good Dogs

Challenging and Submissive Signals and Dog Attacks

Pulling on the Lead and Dog Aggression

In this module you will learn simple dog training methods that integrate dogs who are aggressive with other dogs. You will also learn how to recognise dominant & submissive signals in dogs & the best methods to use to stop dogs from lunging, growling & barking. Additionally, you will learn how to successfully move on should a dog attack happen.

Course Assessment - Easy Dog Training Methods That Stop Dog Aggression and Dog Attacks

This free online course shows you how to train and integrate dogs who are dog aggressive and how to prevent dog attacks.

Easy Dog Training Methods That Stop Dog Aggression and Dog Attacks

This free online course covers simple training methods that teach dogs how to get on with other dogs. We explain how to recognise dominant and submissive signals in your pet and demonstrate how to stop them from lunging, growling and barking. We also show you how to successfully move on after a dog attack to make sure it doesn’t happen again. This course suits anyone who has a reactive dog and wants help in resolving this unwanted behaviour.

Resolving the Top Four Unwanted Puppy Behaviours

How to Prevent or Resolve Other Unwanted Puppy Behaviours

In this module you will learn how to quickly toilet train your puppy, the best methods to use that stop and redirect biting and chewing, as well as how to crate train your puppy. You’ll also learn how to prevent or resolve many other unwanted puppy behaviours such as separation anxiety, leash work training and socialization.

Course Assessment – The Ultimate Guide to Puppy Training

This free online course teaches you how to quickly toilet and crate train your puppy and stop their biting and chewing.

Dog Training - The Ultimate Guide To Puppy Training

This free online dog training course shows you how to make your new puppy feel at home. We take you through toilet and crate training and explain how to prevent biting and chewing. The course also helps you resolve many other unwanted puppy challenges such as separation anxiety, leash training, and socialization. We help you to get it right from the start so your puppy grows up to be a happy and well-balanced dog.

How to Stop Front Door and Back Garden Barking

Barking at Others

In this module you will learn how to describe various methods that stop front and back door barking and name the steps required for integrating dogs and cats. You will be able to explain the process that integrates dogs who bark, pace or are sick in the car and describe the methods to use for integrating dogs who are fearful of men (or women).

Course Assessment - Easy Dog Training Methods to Stop Dog Barking'

Restore peace and quiet to your home as you learn how to stop your dog from barking in this free online course.

Easy Dog Training Methods to Stop Dog Barking

We provide the calming words and dog-training methods that quickly stop incessant barking when someone knocks at your door, as well as at other dogs, cats and people. We show you how to communicate to your dog in a language they understand, which stops dog barking, and the best ways to help them relax when travelling in cars. This course suits anyone who has a dog who barks a lot or for someone who cares for dogs professionally.

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