MEntorship Program
Are you wondering how to become a dog trainer? Maybe you’re a new trainer looking to enhance your education and experience?
Our mentorship program is a comprehensive 3 month program that gives new or aspiring dog trainers a strong foundation in dog training as a career.
Our program provides apprentices with both extensive learning theory as well as hands on experience with clients and their dogs.
What we cover:
Learning theory
Socialization & puppy raising
Teaching behaviours
Equipment & pressure
Client relations (screening, intake, coaching etc)
Play, health, husbandry
Formulating a training plan
Practical Learning (hands on with dogs throughout the program plus shadowing lessons with wwmo trainers)
Quizzes and homework assignments in each unit
Final exam
Those who complete the program may be offered an opportunity to do a BNT as part of their application for a full time trainer position with WWMO
cost: $4995 plus HST
Next intake Fall 2025
Start date Nov 17th 2025
Interested individuals should send an email to training@walkwithmeottawa.com
You will then receive a more detailed curriculum.
Once you’ve secured your spot with a deposit, you will receive a reading list and the dates for class