Konfident Kanines

Comprehensive Trainers Course Information

Konfident Kanines Inc. Comprehensive Dog Training Program Level 1 of 4

At KKI we will teach you that when working with dogs there is no “one way”, and that the very best dog trainers are flexible and open minded when working with dogs and their handlers.

 We understand that to become an elite dog trainer takes experience and careful coaching. To gain experience takes time. Konfident Kanines is committed to coaching and supporting all students who enroll in our apprenticeship programs long after they have graduated from the initial program. It is our absolute goal to commit to the success of our students as they continue to learn and gain experience once they have graduated from any one or more of our four apprenticeship levels of education.  

Konfident Kanines is thrilled to be offering a comprehensive dog trainers apprenticeship program. Ours is an intensive and stepped program designed for individuals who are serious about a career in dog training. This program allows those serious about becoming the very best dog trainer to do so in a progressive manner. Not everyone wishes to deal with dogs that have serious behavioral issues. Konfident Kanines has designed an apprentice ship program that will allow students to enhance their knowledge and gain experience on their terms and when it is financially prudent to do so. This program includes classroom theory as well as practical experience with a variety of dogs.

Successful completion of the program offers individuals the knowledge and practical skills required to safely manage and work with dogs, modify intermediate behaviour, as well as how to effectively teach people how to train their dogs. Graduates will be provided a KKI Behaviour Educator Certificate that will demonstrate these skills and knowledge to their clients. The goal of this program is to prepare you as a skilled dog trainer and prepare you for gaining your CDT and/or CDTA (Certified Dog Trainer or Certified Dog Trainer Advanced) as required under IACP criteria.
KKI believes that effective and successful professional and comprehensive dog trainers expand their skills only through learning and experience. Our program is founded on this premise as we strongly believe that you cannot gain enough experience to be classified as a qualified comprehensive trainer in just a matter of a few short weeks or months. Our program is committed to providing you with the theory and hands-on skills to ensure you have the confidence and experience to succeed and offers post program support to ensure your success as you enter into this rewarding and much in demand career!

Orientation and our next session will be scheduled as soon as minimum enrollment requirements have been met.

Requirements:
• 18 years or older
• Physical capability to handle dogs of different sizes and activity levels
• Be people and dog friendly
• Be a team player and have the ability to multitask
• Successfully complete application and personal interview before admission into program
You must be able to attend a full day weekend class once a month (Saturday and/or Sunday’s) and commit to two nights and/or one weekend day per week of classes. Program will run for 12 – 14 weeks.
There will be hands on and written testing to ensure you have developed both knowledge and skills with dog training, handling, behaviour modification as well as group class instruction.
KKI believes that dog friendly, balanced training methods are the most desirable and effective. It is our philosophy to educate and improve the human-dog relationship based on mutual respect, earned trust, and loyalty and to do so by forming a partnership with the dog. We do not advocate any use of intimidation, mental or physical, during the education and training of the dog. Such tactics risk impairing and eroding the human-dog relationship. Our classes are taught with balanced training techniques coupled with positive reinforcement and always setting the dog and handler up to win. We encompass all three phases of training and are committed to using only proven and humane processes.
Topics covered throughout the program (86 hours of classroom time):
1. The four fundamental rules of K9 education
2. How dogs learn
3. The three phases of training – Teaching – Correction – Distraction
4. Balanced Training
5. Controlling your emotions Tai Chi
6. Body Language and Positioning (space)
7. Energy
8. Preparing to purchase a puppy
9. Bringing the puppy home
10. Feeding the puppy
11. Dealing with food aggression
12. Tug of war – yes or no
13. Crates – types, why crates
14. Locating the crate
15. House training
16. Toys & Treats
17. Chewing
18. Nipping
19. Handling the puppy
20. Cutting his nails
21. The outdoor area
22. Responsible ownership – barking, picking up after, walking on leash etc
23. Collars & leashes for puppies
24. Training for puppies
25. Training after 6 months of age
26. RUNNING YOUR COMPANY – Book Keeping – P&L statements, invoices, banking, GST, insurance, proprietorship or limited company, vehicle expenses, banking,
27. Marketing what works and what is your budget
28. Business Structure – Advantages and Disadvantages
29. Consultations – meeting the customer for the first time
30. Customer selection – do I take them all?
31. Equipment – Leashes different types and applications; tabs, long lines, light lines, leather, chain, nylon etc Leash & Collar included in tuition fee
32. Collars – many of the different types and applications. Flat, pinch, martingale type, choke (training), nylon and chain, halties, gentle leaders, e-collars etc
33. Harnesses, types and applications,
34. Fees and methods of payment
35. Training course goals & objectives
36. Managing fear and anxiety
37. Teaching long line
38. Teaching leash training
39. Teaching sit and automatic sit
40. Teaching Stay
41. Teaching Down
42. Teaching Stand For Examination
43. Teaching Recall
44. Teaching Finish
45. Polishing techniques
46. Distractions
47. Review and testing
48. Insurance requirements
49. Reference Trainers

• Practical Experience (minimum 140 hours in total):
• Minimum 10 hours of hands on dog daycare/boarding experience, or with KKI approved dog walker
• Minimum 10 hours of volunteer dog handling experience at Heaven Can Wait Rescue Foundation in High River
• Minimum 10 hours of co-teaching group dog class as put on by KKI
• Accompany KKI to observe/assist in minimum of six private training sessions
• Minimum 100 hours of hands on obedience training under the auspices of KKI
Additional Opportunities:
• Tuition for the program is $4000.00 + gst (including textbooks – approved dog behaviour and training books). Program fees are non-refundable.
Payment plans are as follows (can be paid through cash, debit, cheque or credit, but a credit card is required to have on file):
• $2000.00 + gst deposit, $1000.00 + gst due 1 month later
• $1000.00 + gst 1 month later