Course Curriculum
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Introduction
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Introduction
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Module 1 Prior To Getting Your Puppy
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Before Getting Your Puppy
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Time
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Lifestyle
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Your Finances
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Choose a Breed and Sex
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Finding a Breeder
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Questions to Ask
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Visiting the Litter
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Preparation
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Equipment
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Husbandry & Medical Equipment
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Collection
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Module 2 The First Steps Module 2.1 Primary Method of Learning
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The Dog's Primary Method of Learning
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Emotional Scale
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Common Patterns to Consider
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Conditioning Tools to Help You Manage Your Puppy
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Teaching Useful Phrases
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Summary
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Module 2.2 Body Language
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Introduction to Body Language
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Body Language Linked to Emotional State
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More on Body Language
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Reading Body Language During Training
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Listening to Body Language in Environmental Situations
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Module 2.3 Crate Training
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Crate Training
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Crate Set-Up
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Initial Introductions
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Crate Extras
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Crate Options
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Crate & Pen Options
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Summary
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Module 2.4 Toilet Training
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Toilet Training
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Module 2.5 Veterinary Information
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Vet Health Check Preparations Introduction
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Vet Health Check Preparations
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The Health Check
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Standard UK Vaccinations
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Adult Nail Trimming
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Module 3 Life Skills Module 3.1 Managing Play Biting
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Managing Play Biting
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Excessive Mouthing
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Puppy Biting & Children
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Feeding Puppy Treats Safely
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Children Moving Means Treats
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Treat Party
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Playing with Toys
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Managing Puppy's Arousal
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Forming Calm Emotions around Children
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Module 3.2 Station Training
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Station Training Introduction
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Indoor Station Training
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More Indoor Stations
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Calm Stations
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What's in the Bag
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Time to Reboot
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Outdoor Station Games Intro
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Chill Out Outdoors
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Outdoor Games
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What's in the Bucket
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Progression of Log Mania
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Barking Mad
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Station Games Summary
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Module 3.3 Avoiding Guarding
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Introduction
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Retrieving items from your puppy
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Food Bowl Exercises
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Helping Build Trust With Food
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Behaviours on Furniture
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Summary
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Module 3.4 Daily Schedules
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Daily Schedules
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Food Management
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Exercise
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Module 3.5 Socialisation
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Introduction
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Early Socialisation
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From the Safety of the Crate
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Pram Walk
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Extending Chill Out Time
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Hints and Tips for 2 Dogs
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More on Socialisation
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Summary
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Module 3.6 Confidence Building
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Noise Desensitisation
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Household Noises
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One Off Sounds
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Indoor Confidence Building & Enrichment
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Barrier Games
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Outdoor Confidence
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Free Searching
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Hide & Seek
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Module 4 Early Foundations Module 4.1 Communication Process
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Learning Theory
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Communication
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Introducing a Marker of Correct Behaviour
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Introducing a Marker Word
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Starting and Ending your session
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Teaching Puppy To Use its Tongue
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More on Food Manners
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Module 4.2 Daily Training
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Introduction
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Kitchen Manners
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Early Formal Handling
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Handling Exercises
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Picking Up Puppy
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Collar Handling
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Introducing Equipment
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Early Work on Separation
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Jumping Up Introduction
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Doors and Gateways
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Handling Visitors
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Further Tips for Managing Jumping Up
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Summary of Daily Training
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Module 4.3 The Important Foundation Behaviours
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Introduction
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Cue Seeking Intro
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Cue Seeking Stage 1
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Cue Seeking Stage 2
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Cue Seeking Stage 3
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Cue Seeking Stage 4
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Cue Seeking Stage 5
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Cue Seeking Stage 6
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Cue Seeking Stage 7
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Cue Seeking Stage 8
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Recall Introduction
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Recall Stage 1
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Recall Stage 2
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Recall Stage 3
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Fun Recall Games
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Recall and Cue Seeking
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The Counting Game
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Hand Touch
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Sit Stand and Down
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Safety Position
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Safety Position Extras
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Lead Work
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Lead Work Introducing Equipment
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With Me Through Choice
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With Me Training
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Traffic Light Hand (Duration Tool)
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Simple Movements
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Module 4.4 PLAY
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Play
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Module 4.5 Early Walks
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Early Walks
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