Sunday, February 27, 2011

How to become a dog trainer

Sheltie Dog Walking On a Loose Leash - Leash Training Dogs to Walk on Leash

Perhaps you "have a way" with dogs. Maybe you just love dogs and want to make a career of it. Are you fascinated with the idea of training dogs? Even if you are just curious, is it worthwhile to look into the process to become a dog trainer. Some dog trainers make it as a hobby or side job, while others start their own businesses or work full time for dog training companies. A few even take it as far as berømthedsstatus, e.g. Victoria Stilwell of Animal Planet's It is me or the dog.


If you are thinking about getting started in the dog training, there are some things you need to know, like how to gain experience and to achieve a certification or not. Dog trainer Amy Bender you go through the steps to become a dog trainer and offers tips and advice based on personal and professional experience. What you think-are you cut out to be a dog trainer? If you want to investigate some other dog related jobs, check out this list of top careers working with dogs. Are you already a four-legged professional? Share your story about your job working with dogs.

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