Police dogs have their own special day this month (National Police Dog Day is on May 15), and it’s easy to see why. Working dogs whose job it is to help law enforcement protect the public are among the most important canines in our society. Scientists aren’t sure if dogs were originally domesticated for their guarding abilities (it could have been their hunting skills … [Read more...]
ABC Dog Trainer Program Graduate Desireé Kilen
Desireé Kilen, Animal Behavior College Dog Trainer (ABCDT), has always loved animals especially dogs. Despite the many job titles she’s held over the years which include a stint as a movie theater manager, a bell desk dispatcher, a board operator and a receptionist, she’s always had a passion for working with dogs and their owners. To her, helping owners develop happy and … [Read more...]
11 Common Questions Dog Trainers are Asked
From Your Dog's Perspective: 11 Common Questions As a dog trainer, I'm frequently asked the same questions over and over again during my dog training classes. Hey, it's OK to ask since you'd never know the answer if you didn't! Interestingly enough, many of the same questions are usually asked during the first or second class. This is because dog behavior is totally … [Read more...]
ABC Cat Trainer Program Graduate Michelle Sharpee
When it comes to felines, Michelle Sharpee is the cat’s meow. The ABC Cat Training Program graduate has always had a fondness for the four-legged creatures and a natural curiosity about them. It was this interest that drove her to accept a job working with exotic and big cats at Naples Zoo in Naples, Florida. “I worked with tigers, lions, caracals and other exotic cats for … [Read more...]
Congratulations to the Fall/Winter Class of 2017
ABC Celebrates In-Classroom Dog Trainer Program Graduates Animal Behavior College held its 9th commencement ceremony for our In-Classroom Dog Trainer Program graduates on Friday, February 23, 2018. These graduates have spent the last 5 months mastering positive dog training techniques and applying their knowledge at Best Friends Animal Shelter. "I admire these graduates … [Read more...]
It Pays to Be a Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Assistant Salary It might seem challenging to find a job that is rewarding and pays well. However, if you’re an animal lover, you can get the best of both worlds by becoming a certified veterinary assistant. Veterinary assistants play a significant role in veterinary hospitals. They communicate with pet owners, administer medication, and provide care to … [Read more...]
Online Class vs. Traditional Class: Which One is Right for You?
Benefits of Traditional Learning Getting an education these days has become easier and more convenient thanks to online classes. In fact, more than 6 million students in the fall of 2015 were taking at least one distance learning course. This is up by 3.9% compared to the previous year.1 However, despite the flexibility that comes with an online education, there are … [Read more...]
Veteran Embarks on New Career Training Service Dogs
ABC Dog Training Student Helps Veterans With PTSD Russell Steed is currently enrolled in Animal Behavior College’s (ABC) Dog Trainer Program. The U.S. Navy Veteran has embarked on a second career training service dogs and founded a program in his Benton, Arkansas community, I Got Your Six (no affiliation with the national coalition). ABC: What drove your interest in … [Read more...]