Peninsula School for Dog Training
What You'll Learn
Dog Behavior and Training
Learn training theory and practical application as you go hands on with a variety of dogs teaching them obedience, manners, and problem solving unwanted behaviors.
Human Behavior and Psychology
Training success starts with the human end of the leash. Learn how human behavior impacts dog training, and it's effect on dog behavior on a holistic level
Critical Thinking
We don't tell you how to train dogs. We support you in understanding the theory and applying it in a wide variety of contexts, with different dogs with different temperaments.
Experience teaching group classes and lessons
Frequently Asked Questions
The most common questions prospective students ask.
Where are you located.
We are located in the Agnew district of Port Angeles, on the beautiful Olympic Peninsula in Washington State.
How long is the program?
The program is fully immersive and runs twice yearly. It lasts 4 full months with the first month to be completed online, and the remaining 3 months (residency) to be completed at our location in Port Angeles, WA.
What if I can't travel to your location?
In order to participate in the program, it is a requirement that you attend live training with us in Port Angeles, WA. Unfortunately, no exceptions will be made.
How many students do you accept each semester?
In order to ensure our students receive the best possible experience, we only accept 8 students each semester.
What is my time investment? What are the training hours?
During the first month of the program, all courses are online. Students can plan on approximately 10 hours of instruction weekly followed by a 1 hour online exam at the end of the month. Students who pass their competency exam can then enter their residency, where they will attend lectures and participate in hands on training at our location. Students are required to participate in training Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm at minimum
Can I bring my dog(s) to my residency?
Personal dogs are not allowed at our training facility. If you would like to bring your dogs to your residency, you will be required to stay off site. Reach out to us for recommendations for dog friendly housing, and/or local, high-class boarding kennel options.
The Peninsula School for Dog Trainers
Full Immersion
4 Month Program