Professional Dog Walker Course

 

10 days, 13 Units

Duration and Dates

Rs. 85,000/-
(exclusive of taxes)

If you enjoy long walks, and meeting and playing with lots of dogs, then the Professional Dog Walker Course is for you. 

The profession of dog walking in India is disorganised, rampant with malpractice, abuse towards dogs, people with little knowledge of dogs, and walkers who do not consider ethical issues of the general public. 

Shirin Merchant is a pioneer who has changed the field of dog training in India since 1996. She has trained over 600 professionals who enjoy successful careers as dog trainers and behaviourists. Now she ventures into the dog walking profession to help make it into a respectable, ethical and profitable career for dog lovers. With her vast knowledge spanning 

over 25 years and her expertise, Shirin can make you into one of the most coveted dog walkers in India. 

If you have always desired to work with dogs, this course is a good place for you to start an exciting journey into the world of dogs.

Course Syllabus

What will I learn on the course?

Course Module

The comprehensive Canine Trainer Course will be conducted over a period of 7 weeks in 3 stages

Module 1

In this stage, the student will be required to go through study material at home. Students will be provided online study material in the form of videos and articles. Students are required to study the material and will be asked to complete projects before the commencement of the next level.

These convenient online lessons allow you to have a flexible study schedule.

Students will be expected to invest around 2-3 hours daily of study in this module. Requirements - a computer and an internet connection.

Module 2

This stage will include intensive hands on learning.

The stage will include theory classes, and practical training experience with dogs.

Shirin Merchant will personally demonstrate, teach, guide and supervise the students as they learn practical handling skills.

Module 3

This stage can be completed online and does not require the student to be physically present.

This stage will include live online classes with Shirin Merchant and her team. Students will be expected to complete the assignments and practical work given weekly.

Live Online classes will be held twice a week and on alternate weekends from 8 am to 10 am. This module will include live sessions, theory and practical assignments.

This module will also focus on the business and marketing aspect of the profession.
Students will need to devote around 2 hours of daily learning in this module.

Duration and Dates

Mumbai Course 13th September 2021 to
31st October 2021

The 1st module of
home study will be held from

13th September 2021 to 2nd October 2021.

The 2nd Module of practical training will be conducted over a period of 12 days from 9 am to 2:00 pm daily from
4th October to 16 October 2021.
(excluding Sunday)

This module will be conducted in Parsi Colony, Dadar, Mumbai

The 3rd module of self-study, research, assignments and enhancing knowledge will be held from
18th October to 31st October 2021.

Pune Course 24th January to
13th March 2021

The 1st module of
home study will be held from

24th Jan to
13th Feb 2021.

The 2nd Module of practical training will be conducted over a period of 6 days from 9 am to 4:30 pm daily from
14th to 19th Feb 2021.

This module will be conducted in Pune. Venue to be announced soon.

The 3rd module of online theory classes, practise, enhancing knowledge and practical work will be held from
20th Feb to 13th March 2021.

Mumbai 2021 Course 1st March to
24th April 2021

The 1st module of
home study will be held from

1st March to
21st March 2021

The 2nd Module of practical training will be conducted over a period of 12 days from 9 am to 1:30 pm daily from
22nd March to 3rd April 2021 (excluding Sunday)

This module will be conducted in Parsi Colony, Dadar, Mumbai

The 3rd module of practise, enhancing knowledge and practical work will be held from
4th April to 24th April 2021.

Mumbai Course 10th January 2022 to
12th March 2022

The 1st module of
home study will be held from

10th January to 30th January 2022

The 2nd Module of practical training will be conducted over a period of 12 days from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm daily from
31st January to 12th February 2022
(excluding Sunday)

This module will be conducted in Parsi Colony, Dadar, Mumbai

The 3rd module of self-study, research, assignments and enhancing knowledge will be held from
14th February to 12th March 2022

Mumbai Course 20th February 2022 to
23rd April 2022

The 1st module of
home study will be held from

20th February to 12th March 2022

The 2nd Module of practical training will be conducted over a period of 12 days from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm daily from
14th March to 26th March 2022
(excluding Sunday)

This module will be conducted in Parsi Colony, Dadar, Mumbai

The 3rd module of self-study, research, assignments and enhancing knowledge will be held from
28th March to 23rd April 2022

Mumbai Course 15th May 2022 to
16th July 2022

The 1st module of
home study will be held from

15th May - 6th June 2022

The 2nd Module of practical training will be conducted over a period of 12 days from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm daily from
6th June to 18th June 2022
(excluding 12th June - Sunday)

This module will be conducted in Ville Parle, Mumbai

The 3rd module of online practise, enhancing knowledge and practical work will be held from
21st June to 16th July 2022

Is This Course For You?

This course is essential for anyone who is interested in taking up dog training as a career or for a pet parent who wants to have a deeper understanding of how to handle and bond with their pet dog. It will examine all of the issues involved in the modern reward based training systems so misunderstood and abused by many trainers practicing today. No previous dog training experience required.

The course will be conducted only in English and students are required to have a good understanding of the language.
Any dog lover above 18 years can apply.