Choosing a Course

ThinkDog!™ Foundation

An excellent foundation in the care and behaviour of pet dogs.

A great place to start! This foundation course is designed to offer an overview of the domestic dog living in a human world today.

Think Dog!™ Certificate

An intermediate level award in canine behaviour and training

A unique and practically applied programme in canine behaviour and training. The course is home-study based, illustrated throughout, with accompanying DVD material. Includes some practically-based observations and research which learners will really enjoy. The course represents the cutting edge of modern behaviour theories and practice today, and has been designed to be part of a progressive structure to fit with the ideals of the ABTC.

Think Dog!™ Intermediate

An intermediate level award in canine behaviour and training

This is the next stage of the Think Dog! programme, designed for those who wish to increase their knowledge and understanding and look more deeply into behavioural problems, training and the role of the rehabilitation trainer / behaviour specialist. This course is ideal for those who wish to progress their learning and develop their skills to be able to help others with their dogs. Accredited at Level Three, and designed with the ABTC requirements in mind.

Think Dog™ Advanced

An advanced award in canine behaviour and training

This advanced course is home-study based, and includes some practically-based observations and research. The course is intended to deepen existing knowledge, while also examining new areas such as emotionality, the brain and behaviour and a multitude of case histories!

Think Dog™ Practical

A truly practical handling and training course with Sarah Whitehead and Stella Bagshaw.

This two-day ALL-PRACTICAL canine handling and training course is designed to help those who have some theoretical knowledge learn gentle, modern handling and training techniques in a supportive and enjoyable atmosphere. Learn dog assessment, clicker training, safety with unknown dogs and environmental cues. It's our favourite practical training course!

Training for the Future™

An intermediate award in puppy class instruction

Four Units (one unit per month) by home-study (including video/DVD material) plus the opportunity to attend to watch one of Sarah’s puppy classes in action. Fully accredited by the OCN. This course covers all the joys and challenges of running puppy parties and puppy classes by those in the know! Structure, content, behavioural assessment, clicker training and off-lead management are all covered in this exceptional practically-applied course.

Think Dog™ : Dog-to-Dog Aggression

An advanced award in canine behaviour and training

Dog-Dog Aggression is a complex subject worthy of its own in-depth programme. This advanced-level course is home-study based, and includes some practically-based observations and research for those who really want to get to grips with this challenging area of canine behaviour and training.

Talk Dog!™

An intermediate award in canine body language and expression

Ever wondered what dogs are really saying? Learn the science and art of canine body language and facial expression. A short course (three units) for home study, using video/DVD footage throughout. Essential for safety, client information, behavioural advice and all those handling dogs or running classes or puppy parties. Fully accredited by the OCN.