Bomb-Proof Your Dogs Basics

Discover the ultimate pathway to a harmonious life with your furry companion through our basics obedience course. Designed to empower both you and your dog, this program lays the groundwork for essential obedience skills tailored for everyday life. Forge an unbreakable bond with your canine companion as you delve into the art of effective communication and upskilling your dog. Witness the joy of living alongside a well-trained and mannered dog as you embark on this transformative journey together. With six comprehensive modules, you'll delve into the core principles of dog training theory, unraveling the mysteries of canine cognition and behavior. Gain invaluable insights into your dog's perspective, unlocking the secrets to effective training and communication. Join us and embark on a journey to unlock the full potential of your dog's obedience, paving the way for a lifetime of joyous companionship and mutual understanding.

Features of this course

  • 12 Core obedience skills to master with your dog

  • 6 informative basic obedience theory modules

  • Knowledge assessment quizzes

  • Written by a nationally accredited dog trainer

  • Additional face to face for virtual sessions available

  • Easy step-by-step skill videos to follow

  • Skill assignment uploads and feedback

  • Flexible and supported learning

  • Study and train at a time that suites you

  • Access to RK9 training app 24/7

Practical skill your dog will learn

The skills focused on in this program are:

  • Build clear communication channels with your dog

  • Recall

  • Sit

  • Down

  • Stand

  • Stay

  • Place

  • Loose Leash skills

  • Heel & Front

  • Drop it & Leave it

Outcomes of this course

  • Recall

    A dog that comes when called every time

  • Engagement

    A dog that willingly offers and holds their attention on you

  • Obedience

    A dog that can follow verbal instruction happily and on cue

  • Impulse control

    A dog that can resist their impulses and self-regulate with ease

  • Hands-on training

    Learn how to apply training methods to support positive obedience skill development

  • Relationship

    Nurture a positive relationship with your dog through exercises and activities that build mutual respect, trust and confidence

Course curriculum

    1. WELCOME TO THE COURSE!

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    2. HOW TO USE THIS COURSE

    3. COURSE OVERVIEW & OBJECTIVES

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    4. THINGS YOU WILL NEED FOR THIS COURSE

      FREE PREVIEW

    5. PRINTABLE COURSE WORKBOOK

    6. SETTING UP YOUR TRAINING SPACE

    7. CONTRACT TO YOUR DOG

    8. TRAINING BOOKING PORTAL

    1. MODULE 1 OVERVIEW: WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

    2. LESSON 1: ENGAGEMENT

    3. LESSON 2: BASIC MARKERS FOR BASIC TRAINING

    4. LESSON 3: HOW DOGS LEARN

    5. LESSON 4: CLASSICAL CONDITIONING

    6. LESSON 5: OPERANT CONDITIONING

    7. OBEDIENCE EXERCISE 1: Direct & Indirect Terminal Reward Markers

    8. OBEDIENCE EXERCISE 2: Continuation Marker (The 'Look At Me' Game)

    9. OBEDIENCE EXERCISE 3: Engagement Games

    10. Game 1: The Activation game

    11. Game 2: 'The Stop & Go Game'

    12. Game 3: The 'Find it' Game

    13. Game 4: The 'Look, Mark & Under' Game

    14. Game 5: The 'Hand Touch' Game

    15. Game 6: The Watch Game

    16. PRIMING FOR PERFECT OBEDIENCE: The 'Luring Position' Game

    17. (BONUS) PLAY ACTIVITY: FLIRT POLE FUN

    18. MODULE 1 QUIZ

    19. EXPOSURE ACTIVITY 1

    20. OPTIONAL ASSIGNMENT UPLOAD: Obedience Exercise 1 - Loading a marker

    21. OPTIONAL ASSIGNMENT UPLOAD: Obedience Exercise 2 - Engagement Games

    1. MODULE 2: WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

    2. LESSON 1: PHASES OF LEARNING

    3. LESSON 2: HANDS-ON TRAINING

    4. LESSON 3: REWARDS AND REINFORCEMENT

    5. LESSON 4: REINFORCEMENT SCHEDULES

    6. LESSON 5: TRAINING CRITERIA

    7. OBEDIENCE EXERCISE 4: Recall Games

    8. Recall Game 1: 'Cookie in the Corner'

    9. Recall Game 2: Recall & Run

    10. Recall Game 3: Ping-Pong Recall

    11. Recall Game 4: The Distraction Game

    12. Recall Game 5: Marco-Polo Recall Game

    13. Recall Game 6: The 'Restrained Recall Game'

    14. Recall Game 7: The 'Recall Collar Grab Game'

    15. OBEDIENCE EXERCISE 5: Learning to 'SIT'

    16. (BONUS) MANNERS EXERCISE: THE 4-PAWS MANNERS GAME

    17. (BONUS) PLAY ACTIVITY: THE BOX TARGET GAME

    18. MODULE 2 QUIZ

    19. EXPOSURE ACTIVITY 2

    20. OPTIONAL ASSIGNMENT UPLOAD: Obedience Exercise 4 - Recall Games

    21. OPTIONAL ASSIGNMENT UPLOAD: Obedience Exercise 5 - SIT

    1. MODULE 3: WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

    2. LESSON 1: LEASH COMMUNICATION BASICS

    3. LESSON 2: HANDLING SKILLS

    4. STANDARD AND LONG LINE LEASH HANDLING SKILLS

    5. LESSON 3: MOTIVATION

    6. OBEDIENCE EXERCISE 6: Loose leash walking games

    7. Game 1: 'The Umbilical Cord' Game

    8. Game 2: The Walk'n'Treat Game

    9. Game 3: The Treat Magnet Leash Game

    10. Game 4: The Check-in Leash Game

    11. Game 5: Bed & Break Game

    12. OBEDIENCE EXERCISE 7: The Front finish & Flip heel finish

    13. EXPOSURE ACTIVITY 3

    14. (BONUS) PLAY ACTIVITY: 'CHASE IT' GAME

    15. MODULE 3 QUIZ

    16. OPTIONAL ASSIGNMENT UPLOAD: Obedience Exercise 6 - LOOSE LEASH GAMES

    17. OPTIONAL ASSIGNMENT UPLOAD: Obedience Exercise 7 - 'FRONT & FLIP HEEL'

    1. MODULE 4: WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

    2. LESSON 1: MAKING YOUR REWARDS COUNT

    3. LESSON 2: FOOD REWARD DELIVERY

    4. LESSON 3: SHAPING

    5. OBEDIENCE EXERCISE 8: Learning to 'DOWN'

    6. OBEDIENCE EXERCISE 9: Learning to go to 'PLACE'

    7. OBEDIENCE EXERCISE 10: Learning the 'FRONT PAW TARGET' skill

    8. (BONUS) OBEDIENCE EXERCISE: THE 'HOT SEAT' GAME

    9. MODULE 4 QUIZ

    10. EXPOSURE ACTIVITY 4

    11. OPTIONAL ASSIGNMENT UPLOAD: Obedience Exercise 8 - 'DOWN'

    12. OPTIONAL ASSIGNMENT UPLOAD: Obedience Exercise 9 - 'PLACE'

    1. MODULE 5: WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

    2. LESSON 1: IMPULSE CONTROL

    3. LESSON 2: PLAY AS REWARD

    4. LESSON 3: COMPETING MOTIVATORS

    5. OBEDIENCE EXERCISE 11: Learning to 'LEAVE IT'

    6. OBEDIENCE EXERCISE 12: Learning the 'OUT' - The ding-ding game

    7. (BONUS) PLAY ACTIVITY: THE 'SQUEAKY EXCHANGE' GAME

    8. MODULE 5 QUIZ

    9. EXPOSURE ACTIVITY 5

    10. OPTIONAL ASSIGNMENT UPLOAD: Obedience Exercise 11 - 'LEAVE IT'

    11. OPTIONAL ASSIGNMENT UPLOAD: Obedience Exercise 12 - 'OUT'

About this course

  • $249.00
  • 104 lessons
  • 3 hours of video content

Meet your Trainer

Head Trainer & Director of RK9 Academy Racheal Romeo

My name is Racheal and I'm a nationally accredited dog trainer. I strive to empower and educate others through my training programs on how to build amazing relationships with our companion animals. You can learn more about me in my bio below. https://riverinak9.com.au/about-me/

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