Koru K9's Balanced Dog Trainer School
Become a Dog Trainer
Learn how to become a dog trainer with our unique hands-on teaching methodology. With a small class size and access to the industry’s best dog trainers, our program offers a unique blend of world-class instruction combined with real-world business know-how that give you the tools you need to stand out amongst your peers and become a professional dog trainer.
Enrollment Dates June 2nd -13th: Monday through Friday for 2 weeks with Saturday and Sunday off
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Learn from the best
Get matched and learn from Koru K9's dog trainers that bring first-hand knowledge and real-world experience.
World-Class Instruction
Learn the methods used by one of the largest and most successful independently owned dog training companies in America.
Individualized Attention
With a maximum of only 5 students, each student will receive individualized attention, mentorship and feedback.
Paid Opportunites Available Upon Completion
Our graduates may have the opportunity to directly join the Koru K9 team first as a student dog trainer, then as a full dog trainer.
Program Details
Program Locations
Seattle, WA
Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
San Diego, CA
Enrollment Dates
June 2nd -13th 2025 (Seattle WA)
September 15 - 26th 2025 (Seattle WA)
June 29th - July 10th 2026 (San Diego CA)
Program Locations
Course fee: $3,950
Accommodations: Self-arranged
Program Length
14 consecutive days
Who you'll learn from
What you'll learn
| Day | Topics Overview |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Building motivation and relationships, understanding breeds and their requirements |
| Day 2 | Animal husbandry for multiple dogs including sanitation, vaccinations, daily exercise and more |
| Day 3 | Genetics, drives and how they translate to behavioral issues |
| Day 4 | Engagement in the environment and socialization as well as managing your own schedule, pricing and invoicing clients, using communication programs, about Team Koru and more |
| Day 5 | Shaping, luring and conditioning |
| Day 6 | Learn to apply NePoPo™ from NePoPo™ Gold School Graduate Heather Dodson |
| Day 7 | Chunking behaviors together, phasing out cues, pressure, visuals, consolidation of learning and training the client |
| Day 8 | Proper use of various tools used in dog training |
| Day 9 | Behavior modification, health and nutrition, pain related behavioral problems, understanding aggression |
| Day 10 | Working with aggressive animals, safety during multi dog interactions, revisit housekeeping and managing your own schedule |
| Day 11 | How to properly conduct an onboard, writing recap emails, creating client training plans, writing homework for clients |
| Day 12 | Shadow onboards, go home lessons, recap lessons, pick ups and assist with lessons |
Start your journey today
Get in touch and we’ll begin with a simple introductory phone call.
