Canine Science and Dog Training QLS Level 3

Would you love for your career to be one where you work with dogs every day? This Canine Science and Dog Training QLS Level 3 course bundle can help you get started with that. During the Canine Science course, you will cover many different topics, from the evolution from Canis lupus to Canis familiaris, to the roles of the canine in society since known domestication. Meanwhile, in the Dog Training course, you will learn about the history of dog training, explore a dog's body language, positive and negative reinforcement, and much more. All course materials will be delivered to you by post or via email, so it couldn't be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors will help you every step of the way by email. You can work at your own pace. Completed coursework can be delivered by post or via email, so handing in an assignment is simple.

Course Content

Canine Science QLS Level 3

Unit 1 Evolution and domestication of the canine

• The evolution from Canis lupus to Canis familiaris
• The domestication of the canine
• The diversity of Canis familiaris
• Common genetic disorders in the dog

Unit 2 Similarities and differences between dogs and wolves

• Why humans have required certain characteristics in dogs
• The major similarities between dogs and wolves
• The anatomical differences between dogs and wolves
• The importance, advantages and disadvantages of selective breeding

Unit 3 Common canine behaviours and how dogs learn

• Commonly seen dog behaviours and compare with the wolf
• The importance of canine communication
• How understanding dog behaviour enhances the training process
• The history of dog training

Unit 4 Canines in society

• The roles of the canine in society since known domestication
• The changing role of the dog in society
• The importance of dogs as pets
• The importance of working dogs

Unit 5 Correct nutrition

• The purpose of good nutrition
• The digestive tract and impact of poor nutrition
• The need for breed-specific nutrition and breed-size-specific nutrition
• The importance of correct life-stage nutrition

Unit 6 Anatomy and physiology of the canine special senses

• The function and role of the special senses
• The adaptation of the special senses
• The differences between sight and scent hounds
• Anatomical and possible behavioural problems associated with the special senses

Unit 1 The history of dog training

• Development of dog training
• Problems with dog training methods
• Principles and objectives
• Legislation

Unit 2 Learning theory and communication

• Learning theories
• Assumptions and unconscious beliefs
• Dynamics of communication
• Communication

Unit 3 Dog; mechanisms of learning and behaviour, body language and bond building

• Mechanisms
• Learn to earn
• Dogs body language
• Building bonds

Unit 4 Puppy training and beyond

• Welcoming a new puppy
• Socialisation and habitualisation
• Developmental deadlines
• Canine adolescence
• House training

Unit 5 Teaching basic exercises, praise and reward and recognising stress in dogs and owners

• Teaching tricks
• Positive and negative reinforcement
• Clicker training works
• Stress

Unit 6 UK rally, flyball, agility and other dog sports

• UK Rally
• Obedience
• Agility
• Tracking and training