Course curriculum

    1. Disclaimer

    2. Limited Webinar Access

    3. Welcome!

    1. Choosing the PERFECT Mentor

    1. Takes 3 mins to complete!

About this course

  • Free
  • 5 lessons
  • 1.5 hours of video content

Reviews

  • "Lots of new information mixed with a few things I already know. Fanna comes across as very personable and that makes it much easier to absorb the information. Honestly, I thought the course was great!"

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FAQ

  • Who should take this course.

    Excellent tool for anyone searching for the perfect dog training mentor.

  • What will I learn.

    Learn if you need a mentor (yes!), mentor's role, critical mentor skills, locating, interviewing and selecting the perfect mentor, mentor payment options, how long do you need a mentor, what if it doesn't work out with your chosen mentor (it happens!), plus items you'll need before starting a mentorship.

  • Is this a LIVE course.

    No. This is pre-recorded 70 mins of video. Of course, you can pause and rejoin as needed. Take lots of notes!

  • Who is presenting this course

    Fanna Easter will cover this course in depth. She lead a team to create Petco's Dog Training Instructor Program which includes Mentoring. Also, she's mentored a few students over the last 30 years and VERY selective on potential mentors.

  • Why should I choose this course

    The dog training industry is unregulated- anyone can claim to be a dog trainer OR a Mentor. This content is straight forward and focused on raising standards for future dog trainers, AND their mentors, across the world, which increases standards for the industry and protects dogs.

  • Could dog trainers complete this course.

    Of course! This content will provide a clear plan on locating, interviewing and selecting a mentor. Additionally, learn to think "outside of the classroom" for mentors esp those with specific niches and certifications within the industry.

Your Instructor

Fanna Easter

With a specialty in canine separation anxiety and compulsive disorders, Fanna brings deep expertise in working with complex behavior cases. She is the founder of Positive Pooch Behavior, offering remote behavior support, and has more than a decade of experience in a veterinary behavior practice serving a large urban area. Fanna also played a pivotal role in launching a nationwide positive reinforcement training program across 1,500 Petco locations and helped develop education for over 2,000 dog trainers. A past APDT Chair (2022), she continues to be a respected voice in the industry. She has earned multiple national dog behavior certifications, such as Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC), Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT), Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA since 2003), Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP) and Fear Free Animal Trainer. Additionally, Fanna has presented at pet sitter and dog training/behavior conferences.