About
Badly behaved dogs are frustrating. Unfortunately, things can get to breaking point with owners feeling they have no choice but to give up their dog. It doesn’t have to be that way. All dogs, whatever their size, need basic training. It keeps them safe and it keeps you in control.
Meet our certified dog trainer, Ian Stone. He will show you the essential commands you can teach your dog. His videos and practical advice will show you how to train your dog in bite-sized chunks. Keep going and you’ll soon master the basic dog training commands.
Learn from a professional dog trainer who won’t sugar-coat the lessons. Ten minutes twice a day is all it takes to learn the basic dog commands in this video course that you can study from home when you have time. Your dog will pick up the basic commands and you’ll learn the best techniques for how to train a dog to stay, sit, come, walk nicely on the leash, and so much more.
Requirements
International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Lessons
Module 1: Introduction
- 1.1 Ian's Intro
- 1.2 Hardware and Habituation
- 1.3 Communication
Module 2: Food, Engagement And Basic Commands
- 2.1 Food Handling
- 2.2 Engagement and Motivation
- 2.3 Basic Control Positions
Module 3: Stay, Leave It And Leash Training
- 3.1 Training The Stay
- 3.2 Loose Leash Walking Part 1
- 3.3 Leave It Part 1
Module 4: Get Off And Come
- 4.1 Get Off
- 4.2 Teaching to Come
Module 5: Advanced Techniques
- 5.1 Loose Leash Walking Part 2
- 5.2 Leave It Part 2
Career
Who is this course for
- Anyone who owns or works with puppies and dogs of any age.
- Anyone who wants to build a stronger bond with their pet and provide the highest level of training to improve their life.
- People interested in starting their own pet care business, such as pet sitting or dog walking.
- Any pet parents who are interested in properly training their dog from the comfort of their own home.
Certification
You will be required to complete each lesson in full, and answer exams at the end of each course module. If your pass rate exceeds 55% on each exam then you are eligible to access a certificate of achievement or other accreditation options to recognize your achievement.
Most of our courses will earn you credits through Continuing Education (CE) / Continuing Professional Development (CPD). CE/CPD points are accepted and recognized by professional member bodies and academic institutions across the US and internationally.
All courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards (www.icoes.org) and the The International Association of Private Career Colleges (www.iapcc.org). When successfully completing a course, students can choose to purchase an ICOES certificate that recognizes the achievement, from this third-party institution.
Creator
Ian Stone
Expertise: Dog Training
Ian has been educating and working in animal welfare for many years. With a Master's degree in Teaching, he is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA). He is also a certified instructor for Pet CPR and first aid, an AKC-Certified Canine Good Citizen evaluator, and a Professional Premium member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers. He is owner and head instructor at Simpawtico Dog Training, LLC, and is the Canine Behavior and Training Manager for his local shelter. He lives with his wife, four dogs, and one cat in upstate New York.
Dog Commands for Beginners 
1004 Students. ICOES Accredited. IAPCC and CPD Certified.
1004 Students.
ICOES Accredited.
IAPCC and CPD Certified.
About
Badly behaved dogs are frustrating. Unfortunately, things can get to breaking point with owners feeling they have no choice but to give up their dog. It doesn’t have to be that way. All dogs, whatever their size, need basic training. It keeps them safe and it keeps you in control.
Meet our certified dog trainer, Ian Stone. He will show you the essential commands you can teach your dog. His videos and practical advice will show you how to train your dog in bite-sized chunks. Keep going and you’ll soon master the basic dog training commands.
Learn from a professional dog trainer who won’t sugar-coat the lessons. Ten minutes twice a day is all it takes to learn the basic dog commands in this video course that you can study from home when you have time. Your dog will pick up the basic commands and you’ll learn the best techniques for how to train a dog to stay, sit, come, walk nicely on the leash, and so much more.
Requirements
International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Lessons
Module 1: Introduction
- 1.1 Ian's Intro
- 1.2 Hardware and Habituation
- 1.3 Communication
Module 2: Food, Engagement And Basic Commands
- 2.1 Food Handling
- 2.2 Engagement and Motivation
- 2.3 Basic Control Positions
Module 3: Stay, Leave It And Leash Training
- 3.1 Training The Stay
- 3.2 Loose Leash Walking Part 1
- 3.3 Leave It Part 1
Module 4: Get Off And Come
- 4.1 Get Off
- 4.2 Teaching to Come
Module 5: Advanced Techniques
- 5.1 Loose Leash Walking Part 2
- 5.2 Leave It Part 2
Career
Who is this course for
- Anyone who owns or works with puppies and dogs of any age.
- Anyone who wants to build a stronger bond with their pet and provide the highest level of training to improve their life.
- People interested in starting their own pet care business, such as pet sitting or dog walking.
- Any pet parents who are interested in properly training their dog from the comfort of their own home.