Dog training course

Basic Obedience

Basic commands and relaxed walks. Learn to understand your dog and manage its behaviour at home and outdoors.

Duration: 2 months
Dog's age: From 4 months
Sessions: 2 times a week
Participation: With the owner

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Is this programme right for you?

Is your puppy settling in at home, is your adolescent dog finding it hard to focus, or would you like more confidence on city walks? Describe what is happening now and the skills your dog already has. Age alone does not determine the programme.

If your dog is fearful, reacts strongly to people or other dogs, struggles to be left alone or has bitten before, start by discussing the situation. A general group is not suitable for every need.

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About the course

Start with mutual understanding.

For owners of puppies and adult dogs beginning their training. A foundation for everyday life and further training.

A foundation programme for owners and dogs to start working together. The content and pace of sessions are tailored to your everyday needs.

The skills we develop

Connection and recall

Learning to bring attention back to the owner and come when called.

Walking to heel

Practising moving and stopping together, starting in suitable conditions.

Positions and stays

Developing responses to commands and waiting skills, with gradually increasing difficulty.

Working around distractions

Introducing familiar exercises into new situations as the dog becomes ready.

Course content

Course syllabus

Individual tasks are introduced as the dog becomes ready and earlier skills are consolidated.

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01Exercise: the ‘come’ command

We practise refocusing attention and coming when called. Distance and distractions increase gradually, in conditions that are safe for the dog.

02Sitting in front of the owner

Learning to take up a position in front of the owner and wait for the next cue.

03Walking to heel on / off the lead

We practise walking to heel and changing pace. Off-lead work is only possible in suitable conditions and when the dog is ready.

04Sitting when the handler stops

Learning to stop with the owner and take up the requested position.

05Sit / down commands

Learning ‘sit’ and ‘down’ beside and in front of the owner.

06Sit / down while the handler keeps moving

We progress to following familiar commands during movement once the basic exercise is established.

07Staying in position

We gradually increase the waiting time and distance from the owner, taking distractions and the dog's condition into account.

08Refusing a treat on command

We practise refusing an offered treat on the owner's cue. This skill does not replace environmental supervision and preventing the dog from picking up dangerous objects.

09‘Stand!’ — not included in this course

The ‘stand’ command is included in the General Training Course. It is not listed in Basic Obedience because the programmes cover different skills.

Two routes through foundation training

You can start the General Training Course without completing another course first. Your choice depends on your goals and the range of skills you need, as well as your dog's experience.

Programme	Goal	Duration	Frequency
Basic Obedience	Connection, recall, walking to heel, ‘sit’, ‘down’ and ‘stay’. The ‘stand’ command is not included in this course.	2 months	2 times a week
General Training Course	Foundation obedience, ‘stand’, retrieving, returning to a designated place and more advanced exercises. Obstacles are the next stage.	3 months	2 times a week

Completing training

Exam and certificate

After passing the exam, you receive a course completion certificate and can enter school competitions at the corresponding level.

Training experiences

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Sergey Gavrilyuk

‘I want to leave more than a review here; I want to leave a little piece of my heart. This is an amazing place, with wonderful people. True professionals. As someone who had lost his sight, I never even hoped that life could be full of colour again! The school trained a wonderful…
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‘I want to leave more than a review here; I want to leave a little piece of my heart. This is an amazing place, with wonderful people. True professionals. As someone who had lost his sight, I never even hoped that life could be full of colour again! The school trained a wonderful helper for me, a loyal and dependable friend. My guide dog Plyusha and I are now one! The school's specialists trained this dog beautifully, and I have regained my independence and a sense of freedom. We go for walks, exercise, hike, travel and make new friends together! Plyusha is my eyes and my soul! I am immensely grateful to the school and recommend it to everyone! The trainers there speak the same language as our four-legged friends. And they love what they do so much that even a blind person cannot fail to notice it) Thank you, friends. May there be more projects like this, and may you have health, strength, inspiration and enjoyment in your work! Always yours, Sergey and Plyusha’

Elena

For many people, the word ‘husky’ means an uncontrollable dog with a silly streak that completely ignores its owner's commands... Well, that was exactly us before we met Svetlana! A combination of individual and group sessions turned Lir into a proper gentleman! Svetlana…
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For many people, the word ‘husky’ means an uncontrollable dog with a silly streak that completely ignores its owner's commands... Well, that was exactly us before we met Svetlana! A combination of individual and group sessions turned Lir into a proper gentleman! Svetlana knows how to connect with any dog. She helped us build the right relationship step by step, teaching us more than just commands: she taught us how to create trust, understanding and a routine. An enormous amount of information, and Svetlana's own attitude — she is the best dog trainer )) The group sessions are a story in themselves. We had so much fun, never mind our boy ))) There is no dog you cannot help become happy and obedient. Our little Lir, the most loved, most wonderful wolf in the whole world!!! Svetochka, thank you so very much!!!

Daria Danilyuk

I want to say a huge thank you to the School of Service Dog Training for giving me so much experience and teaching me to handle my dog properly and, most importantly, to understand her, recognise my own mistakes and put them right. These days it is so easy to get lost among all the different ‘dog trainers’ and…
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I want to say a huge thank you to the School of Service Dog Training for giving me so much experience and teaching me to handle my dog properly and, most importantly, to understand her, recognise my own mistakes and put them right. These days it is so easy to get lost among all the different ‘dog trainers’ and end up with the wrong one, but I am glad I came here and am helping my dog become perfect. And if anything comes up, I can always ask for help, with specially chosen methods and an individual approach.

Natalia

I really enjoyed everything. I now understand how to behave with my dog, and I can even let her off the lead. Of course, improving our skills takes time, but I am pleased even with the results we have now: Kreida is still a puppy, after all. Oksana is incredible. She immediately found…
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I really enjoyed everything. I now understand how to behave with my dog, and I can even let her off the lead. Of course, improving our skills takes time, but I am pleased even with the results we have now: Kreida is still a puppy, after all. Oksana is incredible. She immediately connected with both Kreida and me. She explained everything clearly and simply and showed me how to work with my dog. You can tell straight away that this trainer cares about the dog and the results. Thank you so much!

Alla

We are incredibly pleased with how wonderfully she gets along with our dog! We are seeing good results!

Marianna

Everything is great. Kasper's behaviour has changed for the better: he has started listening to me and doing what I ask, and his aggression is no longer what it used to be. We are continuing to work and want to achieve even better results. Once again, I want to thank our trainer Svetlana. Without her, I would not have known what…
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Everything is great. Kasper's behaviour has changed for the better: he has started listening to me and doing what I ask, and his aggression is no longer what it used to be. We are continuing to work and want to achieve even better results. Once again, I want to thank our trainer Svetlana. Without her, I would not have known what to do and would have given up. Thanks to Svetlana, walks with Kasper now bring both of us nothing but enjoyment and positive feelings.

Tatiana

We are very happy, everything went wonderfully! Daria explained everything so well. We would like to keep training.

Daria

My impression — wow! She is amazing both as a person and, most importantly, as a trainer: the dog listened to her. A very positive experience!

Lilia

Everything was wonderful. Good communication, clear instructions for the exercises, and the trainer wrote everything out after the session. Thank you!

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Before your first session

Questions and answers

Training, owner participation and course terms.

What should I bring to the first session?

For the first session, please bring:
• a short canvas lead (1,5 m);
• a long canvas lead (5 m);
• a soft collar on your dog;
• a treat pouch;
• treats;
• a muzzle.
The instructor will recommend any additional equipment individually after a consultation.

Is the course suitable for adult dogs that have never been trained?

Yes, foundation training can also suit adult dogs with no previous experience. The programme is chosen with their health, skills and everyday needs in mind. Dogs aged 4 months and over are accepted onto this course.

What if my dog is very active or finds learning difficult?

Tell us about the situations you find difficult and any previous training. The instructor will help identify a suitable format. Difficulties are not simply a matter of the dog's personality or how hard the owner tries.

Can you train my dog without me?

This course is only delivered with the owner and their dog together. The key to successful training is mutual understanding and cooperation between dog and owner. Taking part in training helps you understand how to manage your dog's behaviour and builds a strong emotional bond. Regular attendance also gives you the skills you need to adjust and maintain your dog's behaviour at home yourself.

What safety measures are in place during sessions?

Before the session, check the requirements for equipment, admission to the group and the training venue. Tell the instructor about fears, strong reactions and any previous bites. The instructor should consider the distance between dogs and the conditions in which exercises are performed; it is impossible to rule out every risk in advance.

Are results guaranteed after completing the course?

The same result cannot be promised for every dog in advance. Progress depends on existing skills, the dog's condition and regular practice by the owner. A skill learnt at the training ground needs to be gradually applied to everyday situations. Discuss specific goals and how they will be assessed with the instructor before starting.

How do trainers give feedback to dog owners?

Feedback is provided at the training grounds during sessions and in your group's dedicated chat.

What does my dog receive at the end of the course? Is there a certificate?

Yes, your dog completes a final assessment at the end of each course. After passing the exam, the dog receives an official certificate confirming achievement of the relevant training level. This certificate also allows entry to dog competitions at the corresponding training level organised by the National School of Service Dog Training.

What happens after you contact us

Getting to know you

You tell us about your dog, city, previous experience and needs.

Finding the right fit

We discuss a suitable programme, format, instructor and available timetable.

Your decision

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