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Becoming a Dog Trainer

Pursuing a career as a dog trainer allows you to work closely with both animals and their owners, helping to enhance their relationships through effective training methods. While no formal education is required, having a solid understanding of learning theory and behavior is beneficial. Trainers often enjoy a flexible schedule and the joy of helping clients achieve their goals. However, it's essential to be prepared for varying salaries and the emotional responsibility of your clients' well-being. Certifications can enhance your credibility and skills.

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Becoming a Dog Trainer

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  1. Becoming a Dog Trainer (and using your education)

  2. Job Description • Must like working with people • Must like working with animals • Should have a basic understanding of learning theory • Need to be able to work evenings and weekends • Must be comfortable with public speaking • Must be willing to learn from others, especially your clients and their dogs • Must be able to “train-test-train” and modify your protocol as needed • Must be willing to work within the parameters of the individual client’s capability

  3. Pros • Flexible schedule • No formal education required • Little to no startup costs • Few business expenses • Helping others

  4. Cons • Salary (locally ~$10,000-$36,000/year) • No standardization or regulation • No education required; most trainers are “self-educated” • The feeling that failing your client may lead to the death of an animal

  5. Certifications • CPDT-KA - Certified Professional Dog Trainer Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers • ACAAB - Associate Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist Animal Behavior Society • CAAB - Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist Animal Behavior Society • CABC - Certified Animal Behavior Consultant International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants • CDBC - Certified Dog Behavior Consultant International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants • CCAB - Certified Clinical Behavior Consultant International Association for the Study of Animal Behavior • DACVB – Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists American College of Veterinary Behaviorists

  6. Catching and Shaping Behavior (Also called “free shaping” or shaping successive approximations) • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0XuafyPwkg • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axY2RPTfRxw

  7. Great Training Resources Behavior http://drsophiayin.com/resources/videos/ Luring/Marking/Shaping Behavior http://www.youtube.com/user/kikopup Dog Training as a Career http://apdt.com/ Dog Owner’s Resource http://www.dogstardaily.com/ read: “The Culture clash” by jean donaldson And “don’t shoot the dog” by karenpryor

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