Mentorship Program
Become the best communicator and dog trainer you can be.
🌟 Real training experience with a variety of dogs & behavioral cases
🌟 Business guidance to help you start & grow your own dog training service
🌟 Industry connections through Kate Smith’s professional network
🌟 Certification upon successful completion
Program Overview
This intensive 16-week mentorship is designed for individuals looking to enter the professional dog training industry or refine their skills under the guidance of a seasoned trainer.
Following proven mentorship models, this program offers a structured blend of theory, practical application, and business insights to set mentees up for long-term success.
Why This Mentorship?
✔ Hands-on learning with real dogs & clients
✔ Direct mentorship with Kate Smith
✔ Structured, progressive curriculum based on successful training models
✔ Focus on career readiness – business skills, branding & marketing
✔ Certificate of Completion & professional networking opportunities
Comprehensive Focus on Owner Handling Skills
The program places significant emphasis on refining owners’ handling skills and the mechanics of leash use.
By concentrating on these aspects, participants gain practical, hands-on experience that enhances their confidence and competence in real-world scenarios.
Whether you dream of working in obedience training, behavior modification, or starting your own business, this program will give you the tools, experience, and confidence to succeed.
Program Benefits
At Pawz-itive Dog Training, we believe that great dog trainers aren’t just born—they’re mentored. Our exclusive mentorship program, led by expert trainer Kate Smith, is designed for individuals looking to enter the world of professional dog training or enhance their existing skills.
✅ Hands-on experience with active clients and their dogs
✅ Learn from an open-minded and non-competitive teacher
✅ Gain knowledge and skills into running a successful business and non-profits in the dog industry
✅ National networking opportunities within the dog industry to benefit you and your goals
✅ Earn a Certificate of Completion upon successfully finishing the program
Who Should Apply?
This program is ideal for:
✅ Individuals seeking a career in dog training and in the general dog industry
✅ Pet professionals, such as veterinarians, wanting to expand their expertise and advance their skills
✅ Current trainers looking to refine their methods and business strategies such as time management and burn out
✅ Passionate dog owners eager to develop professional-level training skills and learn the latest methods
Program Flexibility
If you’re passionate about dogs, eager to learn, and ready to gain real-world experience, this hands-on, 16-week mentorship will set you up for success in the pet industry.
Mastering the Fundamentals
- Understanding the essentials of ethology, canine behavior and cognition and how the dog’s brain works
- Learning all the training methodologies and their avenues including how to train force free, LIMA, balanced and delivering strategic and ethical consequences
- Observing and conducting client consultations, evaluations & structured training plans
- The differences between management and extinction
- Cooperative care, safety protocols, nutrition
- Why putting the dog’s needs before the owner’s wants is the secret to achieving desired results
Hands-On Training & Skill Development
- Working with a variety of breeds & temperaments of all ages
- Teaching house manners, management protocols, obedience, behavior modification exercises
- Implementing socialization & desensitization protocols based on the area you live in
- Leading group classes & private training sessions if applicable
Real-World Application & Business Mastery
- Conducting behavioral assessments & writing training plans
- Client communication & coaching techniques
- Understanding business fundamentals – pricing, branding & marketing
- Final evaluation & mentorship completion
Encouragement is Everything
INSPIRING INDUSTRY EDUCATIONAL ADVANCEMENT
Resource Guarding
Baby Prep
Phobias
Behavior Modification
Family Mediation Training
Interdog Aggression
Alliance Aggression
Predation Aggression
Escape Artists
Severe Fear
Reactivity & Unmanagbility
Why Choose Our Mentorship Program?
✔ Hands-On Training – Work with real clients & dogs under expert supervision
✔ Personalized Mentorship – One-on-one coaching with Kate Smith
✔ Structured Curriculum – A progressive approach based on proven industry models
Strong Community Reputation and Trustworthiness
Clients consistently praise Kate and her trainers for their trustworthiness and the noticeable improvement in their dogs’ behavior.
This positive reputation within the community reflects the program’s effectiveness and the genuine care provided to both dogs and their owners.
✔ Business & Marketing Insights – Learn how to launch & grow a dog training business
✔ Certificate of Completion – A valuable credential to help kickstart your career
Bonus Benefits for Mentees
🌟 Access to Kate Smith’s network of trainers & industry professionals
🌟 Hands-on experience with multiple client cases, potential temperament testing whole litters, Global Pet Expo ticket
🌟 Final evaluation & personal feedback session
🌟 Certificate of Completion – proof of mentorship for future employment or business launch
Integration of Humane and Compassionate Training Methods
Kate is committed to humane and compassionate training methods, focusing on cooperation and loyalty between owners and their dogs. This ethical approach ensures that training is both effective and respectful to the animal, aligning with modern best practices in dog training.
Unique Features
Owner Empowerment and Personalized Training Philosophy
Kate’s training philosophy centers on empowering dog owners by allowing them to choose between various techniques and options tailored to their lifestyle and their dog’s needs.
This personalized approach ensures that training methods align with the owner’s vision for their dog, fostering a deeper connection and more effective training outcomes.
Emphasis on Owner Education and Lifestyle Integration
The program delves deep into understanding the owner’s lifestyle, educating and coaching them to better comprehend their dog’s needs and behaviors.
This holistic approach ensures that training is not just about the dog but also about fostering a harmonious relationship that fits seamlessly into the owner’s daily life.