Beginner Dog Behaviourist Training Courses
The beginner courses below are our most popular courses, these are for people who have little dog experience but want to learn more. These are great stand-alone courses or as a grounding before moving on to our Intermediate courses.
Fundamental Skills in Dog Handling & Training
CIDBT 4004 Fundamental Skills in Dog Behaviour and Training
This two phase home study course is designed to provide a solid foundation in understanding, handling, and training dogs. Ideal for dog lovers, owners, and those considering a future in the canine industry, it offers grounded, practical knowledge that can be built upon through real-life experience and further hands-on training.
Created with beginners in mind, the course focuses on developing essential dog handling and basic training skills, helping learners gain confidence, insight, and a deeper understanding of canine behaviour. Rather than teaching you to become a dog training instructor, it equips you with the core principles and practical awareness needed to work more effectively and thoughtfully with dogs in everyday life.
£175 - 2 Phase Course (optional workshop can be booked separately)
Understanding Canine Care and Behaviour
CIDBT 4110 Understanding Canine Care and Behaviour
This is a four phase course which gives an insight into dog psychology, dog training, canine behaviour observation skills, understanding human/canine relationship and why dogs do what they do!
£425 - 4 Phase Course
