Dog Obedience Instructor Training Program
Learn to Become a Dog Trainer
Enjoy a Personal Classroom Training Environment
Do you desire a traditional classroom experience? Do you excel in a one–on–one learning environment? If the answer is yes, enroll today and let Animal Behavior College “lead” you on this exciting career path.
The classroom is located in Valencia, California in the City of Santa Clarita, only 40 minutes from Hollywood, the San Fernando Valley, and Ventura County.
We are currently taking enrollments for our next class which starts on Monday September 29th, 2025 and graduates on Tuesday March 10th, 2026.
Call 800-795-3294 today or submit the contact form to request more information.
Shelter Partners
Animal Behavior College’s On-Campus Dog Obedience Training Program is proud to be in collaboration with our local Best Friends Lifesaving Center in Los Angeles, California. This working relationship with Best Friends Los Angeles allows ABC to give our On-Campus Dog Obedience Training Program students the opportunity to volunteer their time during class and actively improve the lives of shelter dogs while gaining invaluable hands-on experience. By volunteering with their classmates at Best Friends, students are able to apply the skills and techniques they learn in the classroom by assisting shelter dogs in need of a home to become more adoptable. As a student of the classroom program, you will be working with some of the best in the animal rescue industry. Best Friends Animal Society is a champion for offering humane shelter options to dogs in need.
Best Friends Animal Society is a leading animal welfare organization working to end the killing of dogs and cats in America’s shelters by 2025. Founded in 1984, Best Friends is a pioneer in the no-kill movement and has helped reduce the number of animals killed in shelters from an estimated 17 million per year to around 380,000. Best Friends runs lifesaving programs all across the country, as well as the nation’s largest no-kill animal sanctuary. Working collaboratively with a network of more than 3,300 animal welfare and shelter partners, and community members nationwide, Best Friends is working to Save Them All®.
Military Education Benefits Available
We are committed to helping our military students with tuition assistance.
Our classroom Dog Obedience Instructor Training Program is now approved for the training of Veterans and other eligible persons / dependents under the provisions of Title 38, United States Code. While Military veterans may qualify under Title 38, the classroom is open to anyone with a passion and desire to learn dog training in an intense immersion experience.
Below is a list of some of the financial assistance programs available to qualified persons
- The Montgomery GI Bill – Chapter 30
- Post 9/11 GI Bill – Chapter 33
- VRAP Approved (Veteran’s Retraining Assistance Program)
- The Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance – Chapter 35
- Selected Reserve – Chapter 1606
- Reserve Educational Assistance – Chapter 1607
- And More!
Meet The Instructor
Mr. Seth Hutson is the instructor for ABC’s onsite dog training program.
An Investment in Your Future
This program costs $9,717.82, which covers tuition, registration, study materials, and taxes. Student friendly financing is available to qualified individuals.
Need a More Flexible and Affordable Option?
If you need a more flexible and affordable option, consider ABC’s Online Dog Trainer Program. This alternative option offers both distance learning and hands-on training experience without having to relocate your residence. If you lead a busy life and cannot travel to Los Angeles, California or if you simply need a more affordable option, this may be a perfect fit for you. Please note: The distance learning option does not qualify for GI Benefits.
Curriculum – What You’ll Learn
Decades of training experience have been incorporated into this extremely comprehensive curriculum. The curriculum will be covered over the 5 month duration of the program. Classes are held Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Here are the 11 stages that every graduate completes:
- Stage 1 – A Basic Study of Canines
- Stage 2 – Learning Theory
- Stage 3 – A Dog Trainer’s Toolbox
- Stage 4 – Dog Training Basics
- Stage 5 – How to Teach Basic Obedience Cues
- Stage 6 – The Art of Effective Problem Solving
- Stage 7 – Safety
- Stage 8 – Public Speaking & Teaching Group Classes
- Stage 9 – Business Building
- Stage 10 – Outside Classroom Hours
- Stage 11 – Graduation
Students also receive a Pet CPR and First Aid certificate that is good for 2 years.
Launch your career in as little as 12 months!
Space is limited!
Interested candidates should contact us immediately for more information. We are here to help! Call today or submit the completed form to request more information!
800-795-3294
Do What You Love
According to the American Pet Products Association, pet expenditures are estimated to be about $150.6 billion dollars in 20241. The animal industry continues to grow. While no school can guarantee employment after graduation, the growth of the animal industry, means that opportunities exist in this industry.
Dog Obedience Instructor Classroom Course Catalog
The catalog includes general information about the school, the school’s policies and its Mission Statement. Please click here to review the Course Catalog.