Masterclass Program
More than a decade ago, when i first started out to work with dogs, i had trouble finding the right information that would fit my concerns. back then, there were no resource about being a dog trainer. No one shared what it was like to actually work with dogs, instead everyone focused on displaying their own dogs and the amount of ribbons they can get. In other countries, shadow programs require you to use tools choke chains and shock collar, which was what I did when I purchased a course from a renowned trainer.
For what? To be a champion at dog shows they said.
When I tried speaking to some of the local pioneers, two of them told me i did not look intimidating enough and the dogs would only listen to an alpha. I disagreed as I’ve had challenging dogs myself, and did not at all required to look “alpha” to work with them. What I lacked was a proper way to get into the industry, yet no one was willing to share their knowledge.
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With time and self studying, I decided to experience what it was like working with different clients and their dogs. Starting from friends, neighbors and family’s dogs, I eventually progressed to working with strangers and dogs with severe behaviours. In my early days in this industry, I had 6 years of experience using punishment based training, and was able to use shock collars at an advance level. While I was successful and had clients who referred me just for the expertise with this tool, I one day decided try a different approach out of curiosity, I ended up losing some of of those clients as they did not wish to try different approaches. As such, i had to rebuild my clientele, I took a few step back and went to work in another industry for a couple years and during this time, I polished the concept that I’ve designed. Fast forward today, I have additional 10 years of experience using positive reinforcement. This I believe allowed me to truthfully understand the different techniques. There are always pros and cons to a decision, being able to be good with tools and different techniques is something that is hard to find these days in a professional, where most are just being manipulated by organizations and parroting other trainers without actually understanding how things work.
At the time where people were crazy about Dog whisperer, I came up with a unique concept inspired by child psychology, trainers and dog owners used to laugh at me, telling me that dogs will eventually take over humans if given the chance. However, this decision eventually proved opposite and actually changed my whole world working with dogs. I learnt that with this concept, I could actually communicate with dogs in different ways. At one point, I was working with a very challenging dog, i eventually observed that he, like children can learn better with a conducive environment. Bear in mind, this was in 2014 where alpha based theory was still at its peak. Cedar millan even had a show in Singapore. While others were busy shushing and jabbing their dogs, I started to come up with creative ways for dogs to improve during rehabilitation. There were multiple failures along the way as I had no one to guide me. 20 years later today, I’m living the dream of getting to spend my life with dogs on a daily basis. ​​
In short, everything i have learnt is bottled into a crash course for you.
For Groomers
Suitable for groomer's working from Home and Shops
I have worked with groomers and seen the way dogs are handled on a daily basis. The work is hectic and you never know what dogs you might meet, as such groomers rarely have the chance to think about how they could help dogs manage the process better. If you think about long term benefits, having a good understanding of cooperative care and handling can in return create a better and safer environment for the dogs and yourself.
In this course you will be learning to read the body language of the dogs that you work with, learn to identify stress signals, understanding about different dog personalities, their trigger point, relaxation techniques, as well as learning to protect yourself.
Course Length: 2 Sessions Duration: 2 hour/session Course Fee: $1200
Who's suitable for this program?
Over the years, I’ve received plenty of request for shadow programs with the focus on learning real world skills. Unfortunately due to the limited time I have working with urgent cases, I’ve been putting this plan aside for years. Now, after 2 years of brainstorming, my team and I have created a plan that can include shadow program and yet wouldn’t sacrifice the ability to help dogs. We call this the masterclass program because it is very different from typical shadow program. This is only possible by creating a multi layer experience, which gradually expose students to behind the scenes care, strategy planning and dogs of different severity. Now, i want to pass down my knowledge accumulated over 17 years of working experiences which includes not only success, but also mistakes learnt over the span of my life working with dogs. I strive to provide non biased guidance to people who are interested to learn and make the dog industry a better place for our pets. This workshop is not just for professionals, but also people who are just starting out or thinking about moving into this industry, or simply looking to improve their skills and knowledge.
Anyone who wishes to learn about dogs, good and bad.
Maybe you are a dog trainer and wish to be better, could be that you aspire to a trainer one day, or even just wanting to learn about dogs to help save them, my goal is help you, as well as the dogs that will come to you someday. I feel that most dogs have been hugely misunderstood, misdiagnosed and hence subject to unnecessary pain and stress. My team and I work with dogs on a daily basis, you getting to see what happens in front and behind closed doors, as well as getting to handle real cases will provide one of a kind experience that can’t be achieved by reading or watching videos online.​​
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For Trainers
For Dog trainers and Aspiring trainers
I've been working with dogs for over 17 years and personally worked with dogs who were labeled as untrainable, cleaned up their mess daily, feed and train them on a daily basis. Now, i wish to pass down my experience and knowledge so that trainers can have assess to information that they can never get from reading books and google. Through the program, i may either tag along with you during your sessions with your clients, or i may ask you to come with me when i am working with dogs and/or our clients. This can be treated as a mentorship where you can ask me any questions you have regarding dog training. Do note that i specialize in behaviors, but that doesn't mean you can't apply this knowledge on other areas of focus. There will be case studies so do be prepared for it.
Course Length: 8 sessions Duration: 8 weeks Course Fee: $3200
♥ Behavior Assessment ♥ Solution Planning ♥ Proposed Timeline ♥ Basic Training
For Boarders
Designed for Dogs with specific Behavioral Conditions
We specialize in working with behavior conditions ranging from dog/human aggression, resource guarding, anxiety, barking, jumping, pulling on leash to reactivity and depression. Program includes assessing your dog's condition, finding out your goals and creating a safe and effective plan to work around the issues encountered.
Course Length: 4 - 6 Sessions Duration: 1.5 hour/session Course Fee: fr.$700
♥ Foundation Works ♥ Training Solution ♥ Communication Technique ♥ Body Language
♥ Theory on dog behavior ♥ Basic Walk ♥ Relationship Mending ♥ Goals & Timeline
For Pet Cafes
Suitable for Owners who prefers a Gentler approach
This is a progressive course suitable for owners and dogs who prefers gentler and slower approach to training, as well as for dogs who has severe behavior issues which may not benefit from the standard 4 - 6 sessions. For Puppies, we will go through all keys stages of your dog with you closely, this includes puppy, adolescence stage to adulthood. For behavior related cases, lessons will be conducted in short, easy to understand sessions that will keep interaction stress free and ensure you and your dog can catch up before moving onto the next level. You need not worry about keeping up as our visits are unlimited (weekly/bi-weekly) throughout the whole duration of the course.
We will always be beside you through professional guidance and onsite visits.
Course Length: 6 - 12 months Duration: 30 - 90 minutes/session Course Fee: fr.$2600
♥ Foundation Works ♥ Lifelong Support ♥ Communication Technique ♥ Body Language
♥ Theory on dog behavior ♥ Walk ♥ Commands ♥ Relationship Mending ♥ Behavior Modification
Course details
This is a 3 months long program, bi-weekly sessions where we personally take you on a comprehensive journey, covering all aspects of being a world class dog handler. You will be able to learn everything it takes to manage a dog training system, from husbandry, theory, hands on, environment set up, safety precautions, dog behaviour to problem solving. There’s no sugar coating here, everything shown is what my team and I do daily. I don’t mind if you are slower at learning, or has disabilities that affects your performance, as long as you show up with the mindset to learn, I will do my best to help you. At each point of time, we only take a maximum of 2 pax for this program, this allows us to slowly guide students and also give the dogs ample rest time in between sessions that you’d be here. Even when we mention 2 pax(max), it is a private session where both of you won’t be here at the same time, during peak period I’d only be able to take 1. Rest assure the sessions are designed for you to learn.
Charges: $4200
Session duration: 1.5 - 2 hours
Maybe you are a dog trainer and wish to be better, could be that you aspire to a trainer one day, or even just wanting to learn about dogs to help save them, my goal is help you, as well as the dogs that will come to you someday. I feel that most dogs have been hugely misunderstood, misdiagnosed and hence subject to unnecessary pain and stress. My team and I work with dogs on a daily basis, you getting to see what happens in front and behind closed doors, as well as getting to handle real cases will provide one of a kind experience that can’t be achieved by reading or watching videos online.​​
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Future plans
As you begin your journey as a dog trainer, you may be keen to gain experience with someone guiding you along. We do provide ad hoc projects for selected graduates. As we are very strict about the safety and welfare dogs assigned to handlers, all graduates will need to go through review before we accept them to be part of our team.
When chances arise, we will assign a dog to approved graduate based on temperament, behaviour and size. The assigned dog will stay with the handler through this period. Full training will be provided, which includes weekly/bi-weekly visits with guidance on routine, training techniques and preparing the right environment for the individual dog.
We may start with assigning manageable dogs first, this depends on your experience and skills demonstrated during the course. Over time when things are well, we can consider prioritizing certain case that may better suit your talent. ​​
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