Become a Dog Trainer: The ULTIMATE Step-by-Step Guide (2025)
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Dreaming of turning your love for dogs into a full-time career? 🐾 In this video, I’ll walk you through exactly how to become a professional dog trainer — even if you’re starting with zero experience.
Whether you're looking to start your own training business, work with rescues, or specialize in behavior challenges like separation anxiety or aggression, this step-by-step guide will give you the roadmap to get started.
🎓 What You’ll Learn:
How to get experience and education (even without a formal degree)
The certifications that matter (and which ones don’t)
How to find mentors, clients, and build a reputation
What I wish I knew before starting as a trainer
Tips for making your training career sustainable AND fulfilling
Terrie Hayward, M.Ed., CDBC, KPA-CTP, KPA Faculty 🐾
Is a Globally recognized animal behavior expert, dog trainer and founder of Positive Animal Wellness. Specialized in complex behavior modification, separation anxiety, and deaf dog communication. With over 20 years of experience, Terrie uses science-based, force-free methods to help pet parents build trust and clarity with their animals. From polar bears to puppies, her training makes the science of behavior simple for everyone.
👇 Let’s build the career you’ve always wanted.
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Chapters
Intro: 00:00
Unregulated Industry: 00:27
Ways to Become a Dog Trainer: 01:02
Passion for Animals and Humans: 01:40
Different Dog Training Modalities: 01:59
Time Commitment and Cost: 02:23
*Disclaimer: 02:46
Dog Training Always Evolving: 03:06
Your Dog Training Interests: 03:36
Final Thoughts: 03:53
Hey friends, I’m Terrie Hayward from Positive Animal Wellness, a professional dog trainer, dog behavior consultant, and educator. I make videos that help you learn how to train your dog successfully using positive reinforcement. My goal is to help set you and your dog up for training success!
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