Dog Trainer Course Details

• Identify the senses of a canine and know how they function, and define the learning theory and classical and operant conditioning
• Describe common behavior problems and strategies for prevention and treatment, identify the pros and cons of punishment versus reinforcement, as well as the signals and displays that dogs use to communicate with each other and with humans
• Apply knowledge of behavior problems by recommending behavior modification plans for the dogs in the three given scenarios
• Define dog testing, state the functions of the American Kennel Club, and list its seven major groups of dog breeds
• Apply knowledge of dog selection by selecting an appropriate breed for the persons in the case studies as well as selecting an inappropriate breed
• Identify the various types of canine training, know the commands to teach dogs basic obedience, and recognize types of dog-training equipment
• Apply knowledge of agility training by examining agility course diagrams and indicating correct and incorrect sequences and identifying handling techniques
• Identify what dog tricks are and know how to use them, describe what play is and why it's important for a domesticated dog, as well as name recreational activities involving dogs
• Name the exercises required for classes of competition and describe the ways dogs are used to assist humans
• Describe basic nutrition, reproductive function, and caring for a dog in old age, as well as know first-aid procedures for shock and wounds
• Outline a dog training business plan, describe effective advertising and marketing strategies, and describe how canine day care centers are run
• Apply knowledge of the dog training business by writing an evaluation of the demographics as they pertain to starting a dog training business and providing information necessary to develop a business plan

Objectives:

• Understand how to use your Student Portal.
• Access the Penn Foster Community and use it to find answers.
• Connect with Penn Foster on various social media sites.

Objectives:

• Know the structure of the dog.
• Understand the different types of training.
• Know the history and ethology of the dog.

Objectives:

• Recognize how dogs see, hear, taste, detect scents, and use touch.
• Understand how to use your knowledge of a dog’s senses in the training process.
• Know how to recognize hearing loss or poor eyesight.

Objectives:

• Understand how and why dogs communicate.
• Evaluate a dog’s demeanor by watching “from head to tail.”
• Understand a dog’s relationship with its human “pack.”

Objectives:

• Recognize the way in which dogs learn.
• Identify and employ scientific theories of psychologists and behaviorists.
• Understand how to use a dog’s learning abilities to teach and motivate.

Objectives:

• Understand conditioning and how it relates to dog obedience training.
• Recognize the difference between classical and operant conditioning.
• Understand drive theory and its application.

Objectives:

• Understand applied dog behavior.
• Know the difference between punishment and reinforcement.
• Understand the difference between nature and nurture.
• Recognize the effects of genetics.
• Explain clicker training and the scientific principles behind it.

Objectives:

• Explain temperament testing.
• Know how to use temperament testing to evaluate puppies.
• Understand how to select the best dog for a particular client.

Objectives:

• Recognize proper housetraining techniques.
• Understand how to train a dog to go on command, in a litter box, or in one place.
• Know how to choose and use a crate.

Objectives:

• Recognize the various types of equipment on the market.
• Know how to choose proper food and water bowls, leashes, and toys.
• Identify common grooming equipment.

Objectives:

• Understand basic obedience training.
• Differentiate between traditional, modified traditional, and clicker training methods.
• Demonstrate hand signals.