This 2-day course will immerse you into the world of dogs. On your first day of class, learn to read and understand dog body language so that you can communicate more effectively with them.  And as you gain a better understanding of dogs, you will learn how to properly and safely interact with them in multiple situations.  You will also learn how to handle dogs with different energy levels, correct undesirable behavior, and break up a dog fight.

On your second day of class, you will learn about the tools and techniques that contribute to a successful dog walk. Discover how simple changes in the way you walk a dog can dramatically change the whole walking experience.  Then explore other exercise options for dogs, such as biking. Additionally, you will learn how to handle potentially dangerous situations.

The ultimate goal of this 2-day training is not only to help you understand dogs, but to help you become a confident pack leader as well. That confidence will help eliminate frustration and create a stress-free environment for you and the dogs you work with.

Day 1:

• Dog Body Language 101

1. 1. Communication with dogs
   2. Communication with humans
   3. The social hierarchy
   4. Reading a dog from snout to tail

• Dog Handling 100

1. 1. Becoming Pack Leader

• Dog Handling 101

1. 1. Greet a dog
   2. Correct undesirable behavior
   3. Tools for correction
   4. Total Submission
   5. Handling an aggressive dog
   6. Breaking up a dog fight

Day 2:

• Dog Handling 102

1. 1. Preparing for the walk- tools and mindset
   2. Properly walking one or multiple dogs
   3. Correcting undesirable behavior
   4. Crossing the street
   5. Switching up the route
   6. High energy dogs
   7. Biking a dog
   8. Handling aggressive dogs

• Dog Handling 103

1. 1. Dog interactions
   2. Human interactions
   3. Proper way to greet a dog
   4. Wildlife interactions
   5. Responsibilities of a dog walker
   6. Walking in inclement weather