Description
Join in Niki’s 30 years experience as a professional animal communicator in this insightful short diploma course – Beyond Barks; Decoding Canine Communication & Feelings. This course is suitable for dog trainers, animal therapist’s and healers, rescue centres and dog owners who wish to deepen their connection to their dog through a deeper understanding.
Chapter 1 – Understanding Canine Communication – The language of barks / Body language and signals / The role of tail positions / Vocalization variations
Chapter 2 – Canine Emotions and Stress – Recognizing stress in dogs / Common canine emotions / The stress responses in dogs / Emotional canine wellbeing in dogs
Chapter 3 – The Impact of Early Socialization – Critical periods in puppy development / Socialization techniques / Long term effects of poor socialization / Building positive experiences
Chapter 4 – Canine Cognition and Learning Processes – Understanding how dogs learn / The role of re-enforcement / Problem solving skills in dogs / Cognitive development in dog breeds
Chapter 5 – The Dynamics of The Canine-Human Bond – Attachment styles in dogs / The science of the human-dog connection / Empathy and emotional support / Strengthening the bond through interaction / Canine attachment styles
Chapter 6 – Training Methods and Their Psychological Impact – Positive re-enforcement vs punishment / The effects of training on behaviour / Understanding the dog’s perspective / Choosing the right training approach
Chapter 7 – Practical Applications of Training Psychology – Implementing training techniques at home / Recognizing and managing behavioural issues / Creating a stress-free environment / Enriching your dog’s lifer through understanding
There are a series of thirty questions to complete for certification, based on the content of the course manual. These questions are included at the rear of the training manual.
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