How to become a dog trainer?
If you’re serious about becoming a dog trainer — or taking your current dog training business to the next level — this is where it starts. This isn’t fluffy theory or box-ticking qualifications. This is real-world dog training, built from working hands-on with thousands of dogs every year, and running a successful, growing business around it. Whether you’re brand new and want a clear path in, or you’re already training and ready to sharpen your skills, get better results, and actually scale what you’re doing — we’ll show you how. Real dogs. Real clients. Real business.
Dog Training Business Course Built on Real-World Experience
This seminar is built on what we actually do day in, day out. At Surrey & Sussex Dog Trainer, we run a busy, real-world training business — a team of 7, including 5 trainers and 2 admin staff, operating across 3 training sites on the Surrey/Sussex borders. We offer day training, residential training, puppy training and more, with a fleet of 6 fully equipped vans on the road every day. This isn’t theory — it’s a proven system that works at scale, and we’re opening it up to you.
How to Start and Scale a Professional Dog Training Business
Day 1 is focused on the business side of dog training, held at our dedicated lecture space near Weybridge, Surrey. We cover how to generate customers, build your online presence, handle accounts and company setup, understand licensing requirements, insurance and accreditation, and how to use AI and simple systems to grow a business that is not only successful — but scalable.
Hands-On Dog Training Skills with Real Dogs and Real Scenarios
Day 2 moves into the practical, based at our indoor and outdoor training facility near Guildford. This is a hands-on day where we break down our training methods, the thinking behind them, and how to apply them with real dogs. You’ll develop your handling skills, learn how to communicate clearly with clients, and see first-hand how everything comes together in real training scenarios.
Dog Trainer Course Pricing, Availability and Booking Details
The investment for the full 2-day seminar is £295 + VAT. Spaces are limited to keep the experience focused and practical, so if you’d like to secure a place or ask any questions, just get in touch.
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Next availability:
Dates: June 19th–20th 2026
Start Your Dog Training Career or Scale Your Business Today
Secure your place and take the next step towards building a successful future working with dogs.