Dog Handling & Training Workshop

Built on Insight, Backed by Experience

This immersive course goes beyond theory to deliver practical, hands-on skills designed to empower you to handle dogs safely and confidently in everyday life. We focus on real-world techniques that strengthen the human-canine bond, laying a solid foundation before any professional qualifications.

What You’ll Gain:

• Insight into canine behaviour and why we interact with dogs the way we do
• Confident handling skills for home, public spaces, on and off-lead
• Effective use of voice commands and body language to communicate clearly
• Understanding canine communication cues and signals
• Core training methods, including marker training and fundamental exercises
• Engaging, enjoyable activities designed to build trust and strengthen your bond

Course Structure:

Enjoy an inspiring two-day practical workshop held at the prestigious Kennel Club Building in Warwickshire — giving you invaluable real-world experience under expert guidance.

Take Your Training to the Next Level: Creating a True Partnership with Your Dog

There are many dog training options out there — but quality and philosophy vary greatly. At CIDBT, we are passionate about fostering meaningful, effective training that nurtures both skill and enjoyment. Beyond foundational obedience, we introduce advanced, enriching activities offering a holistic approach that goes beyond commands to engage your dog’s mind and instincts.

For most dog owners, the priority lies in core skills that enable smooth daily life: calm walks, positive social interactions, safe engagement with children, and joyful outdoor adventures. Our Next-Level Training module bridges the gap between basic handling and professional instructor-level knowledge by focusing on:

• Essential exercises every responsible dog owner should master
• Advanced principles including classical and operant conditioning
• Balancing real-world applications with competitive training techniques
• Dispelling common myths and understanding breed-specific challenges
• Sophisticated methods like shaping, proofing, chaining, and marker training

In usual CIDBT format, there will be some classroom conversations along with awesome films and a great deal of fun, mixed with all of the practical training time with the dogs.   

Upon successful completion you will receive the CIDBT Higher Certificate in ‘Insightful Dog Handling & Training’

Enrol now to secure your place, or contact Team@cidbt.org.uk  for further information, or find out more about our workshops here

NEXT WORKSHOP DATES :  Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st May 2026

Please note: this 2-day workshop is being held at Chiltern Dog Rescue Society, Tring, Hertfordshire on the edge of the delightful Chiltern Hills.