The course includes:
- Over 50 Lessons Comprising of Sections with Practical Training and Learning Theory.
- Over 50 easy-to-follow training videos.
- Proven content that is already used to support in-person group and one-to-one training clients at Dog Smart.
Early Bird Sale for the first 20 users until June 30th 2024
Currently Offering 25% OFF with Coupon Code FIRST20
This online course created by Victoria Stillwell graduate Oliver Ringrose offers force-free gundog training at a beginners level. Oliver, who has experience with hunting dogs since a young age, works 3 of his 6 dogs on game during the shooting season.
This course is now available as a stand-alone product accessible to everyone. It's a valuable resource for starting your journey into the gundog world without utilizing punishment or aversive pressure.
You can begin training at home with the help of this resource. Be sure to check out the preview video to see examples of the content.
Your Instructor
Oliver Ringrose is the co-owner of Dog Smart Training & Behaviour Ltd with his wife, Rebecca. Oliver has a deep-rooted passion for animals, having grown up surrounded by various creatures such as dogs, horses, cows, sheep, ferrets, ducks, and a cat. His bond with his Border Terrier, Sam, was particularly strong.
Here are some key points about Oliver Ringrose:
- He started his career at a local gundog kennels as a teenager, caring for the dogs and assisting the gamekeeper.
- Oliver is dedicated to working with gundogs, showcasing a special affection for his English Springer Spaniels and Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla.
- He is a graduate of Victoria Stillwell's Dog Training Academy, becoming a VSA-Certified Dog Trainer.
- Oliver furthered his education by completing The Animal Emotion and Advanced Animal Training Course by Illis ABC.
- He emphasizes individualized approaches to training, having completed Suzanne Clothiers' introduction to CARAT course.
- Oliver is enthusiastic about Canine Enrichment, particularly for sensitive dogs that require patience and support.
- He recently achieved the title of Family Dog Mediator through Kim Brophy's education programme, emphasizing ethology in his work.
- Oliver conducts training sessions for clients and their dogs using force-free, science-based methods at their training venue.
Course Curriculum
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StartTheory Some theory on training mechanics! (18:14)
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StartTheory Classical and operant conditioning explained
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StartTheory Dogs are emotional beings, how training effect methods can effect that.
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StartTheory What is Reinforcement to your dog? (3:30)
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StartTheory A note about Cue Seeking?
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StartTheory Proofing Cues (3:08)
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StartFinal Theory!