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How I Became a Dog Trainer

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How I Became a Dog Trainer… ~ By Jaymie Cardin I became a dog trainer because it’s the only thing I have ever wanted to do. Well, maybe not the…

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Dog Temperature Facts

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Summer is in full swing and temperatures are up. Do you know what to do if your dog is overheated?  Can you spot the warning signs? Dogs are more sensitive…

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Jun 11
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Hire A Certified Dog Trainer

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Hire A Certified Dog Trainer – Why it is important for you and your pet Today, no family is complete without a canine companion.  Single professionals, families with children and…

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Be A Dog Trainer – 1 reason to love this job!

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If you are not the typical 9 to 5 employee or business owner, having a dog training or dog walking business may be the first step in a long happy…

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24 Reasons Being a Dog Trainer is the Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me!

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Why becoming a dog trainer is the best thing that ever happened to me! At AZ Dog Smart & AZ Dog Sports we take being a dog trainer very seriously. …

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4 Paw Care Tips

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4 Simple Paw Care Tips To Keep Your Dog’s Paws Healthy Just like you like to keep your feet healthy, your dog’s paws need to be in shape, too. Here…

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Bring Your Dog to Work – Benefits of Dogs in the Workplace

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That dogs are good for our health is a well-established fact.  But is it good to bring your dog to work? Dogs have been shown to lower our blood pressure,…

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You Might Be A Dog Trainer If…

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9 Things About You That Reveal You Might Be A Good Dog Trainer Do you find yourself wondering why other dogs are not as well-behaved as your dog?  Do you…

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Feb 19
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Maybe If I Talk Louder, They’ll Get It … Or Not : Client Communication

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~ A blog by Darcy Rohats, CPDT-KA Client Communication For Dog Trainers – How To Use It To Achieve Success Why does client communications for dog trainers matter?  Have you…

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The Training Experience For New Dog Trainers

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The most exciting part of the AZ Dog Smart’s training program for dog lovers and students! Will Bruner loves teaching at AZ DOG SMART Academy. Watch this video and learn…

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What does CPDT stand for behind a trainer’s name?

Just like most professional credentials, not all are common knowledge. CPDT-KA behind a trainer’s name stands for a nationally recognized certification of proficiency, and knowledge of science based training methods.

The trainers that have this certification have met a standard of knowledge that has been assessed by an independent council. They also need to have a minimum of 300 hours of dog training and related volunteer or professional experience within the last three years. They must follow a specific code of ethics which favors using a humane hierarchy of methodology; choosing positive and motivational methods, rather than force based training or compulsion methods. To read more about the specific requirements please visit CCPDT.org.