Are you a pet parent or a pet professional interested in learning something new this Summer? Maybe you want to master a new skill, learn something to make your work life easier, or discover ways to make your interactions with dogs better. One of the best ways to learn anything these days is with an online course! Save yourself the time of searching high and low on the internet and social media and go straight to an expert to get the help you need.

At least that’s what I do when I want to learn something new for my pet business or life with my own dogs! I love creating and taking online courses so much that I hosted a program this year to help four pet professionals create and launch their own online courses. 

I believe that when you know better, you do better. So making more education, resources and expertise available can make the world a better place for us and our pets! And that’s why I’m so excited to announce 4 new online courses created by pet professionals in my mastermind group!

Helping Pet Pros Create Online Courses

Before sharing all the details about the 4 new courses, I want to share a little behind-the-scenes of what went into these. For 8+ weeks we have been working side by side to develop ideas, refine lesson plans, write video scripts, compile bonus resources, and more. I’m so impressed with what each of these pet pros have been able to create!

One of the coolest parts of this program is how different each course is. We have a course for therapy dog teams, a social media course for positive reinforcement dog trainers, a comprehensive hiring guide for pet care pros, and a course about dog bite prevention for kids.

As a course creator myself, I have to tell you that putting each of these programs together was very time-consuming. Each includes thoughtfully crafted videos, bonuses, worksheets, resources and so much more. Plus… the best part is that you’ll get support from each of the creators. They care so deeply about their course topics and I know that they will do everything they can to help you succeed in the programs. 

Are you getting as excited as I am?! Let me tell you about each course! I’ll start with 2 for petpreneurs and then the next 2 will be more geared toward pet parents.

Pawsitive Hiring Course: How to Build Your Dream Pet Care Team

I am thrilled to announce the exciting new course crafted by the inspiring Doug Keeling! You might know him as Doug The Dog Guy. With a track record of hiring and managing many pet sitters and dog walkers over the last nine years, Doug is now sharing his wealth of experience and knowledge in the Pawsitive Hiring Course. This course is the perfect opportunity if you’ve been dreaming of building your own pet care dream team but just didn’t know how to get started.

The Pawsitive Hiring Course will walk you through every stage of the hiring process. Doug begins with the fundamentals, preparing you to hire the right way with lessons on business foundation, labor laws, payroll, scheduling, and documentation. Then, you’ll dive into the heart of the hiring process itself, learning how to attract the right applicants, hold effective interviews, and even spot red flags!

Doug doesn’t stop there! He also provides lessons on managing your team to ensure they stick around for the long haul, sharing insights on everything from mindset to training to growth opportunities. Plus, the cherry on top – this course comes with bonus lessons from dog walking and pet sitting industry leaders like Morgan Weber and Collin and Meghan Funkhouser.

The Pawsitive Hiring Course is open for enrollment now through June 5, 2023. If you’re tired of the 24/7 grind in your pet business and ready to start leading your team while making a greater impact in your community… this is the course for you!

Unleash the Power of Short-Form Videos

Calling all dog trainers looking to grow your businesses online! Social Videos Unleashed is a game-changing course that will help you harness the power of short-form videos. Let’s be real, video content is essential these days! Video is an excellent way to grow your reach and impact more pets. With this course created by Tiffany Chen, founder of Pawsistant, you’ll learn everything from planning and recording to editing and posting. Tiffany also teaches you how to repurpose your videos for various platforms and there are lessons on more advanced recording techniques.

If video scares you, this course will have you feeling confident with step-by-step instructions, video demonstrations, worksheets, templates, and even bonus modules for that extra oomph!

Tiffany’s goal is to help you create content that educates and brings in new dog-training clients. Get a leg up on your dog training business with this course, and let’s get those tails wagging and videos rolling! Enrollment is open now! Sign up before June 15th, and get a free Instagram audit as a bonus. Now, that’s a treat you don’t want to miss!

Life Skills for Therapy Dog Teams: Become a confident, resilient Therapy Dog team in 10 Weeks!

Next up, I am so excited to introduce you to the transformational course, Life Skills for Therapy Dog Teams. Crafted with a ton of attention to detail by Sherrie Rohde, a Certified Animal Assisted-Intervention Specialist and Pro Dog Trainer, this course will build your confidence and resilience in therapy dog sessions. Imagine walking into your therapy visits feeling calm, collected, and ready to make an impact. Picture navigating stressful situations with grace and poise. With this course, you and your furry friend will not only learn to manage challenging situations but also enhance your bond, making therapy visits a more fulfilling experience.

What I love is how this course takes a games-based approach. Learning should be fun! Over the course of 10 weeks, you’ll dive deep into cultivating calmness, boosting confidence, fostering resilience, and understanding the balance needed for self-care and overall well-being. No matter where you are on your therapy dog journey, this course will accommodate your needs and skills.

The materials Sherrie created herself are fantastic, but she also added in some phenomenal bonuses like community calls, a comprehensive workbook, curated resources, and a supportive online space. Enroll now, and let’s get you and your dog shining as a therapy dog team!

Wag to Growl: An essential course in basic canine body language and bite prevention

Last but not least, a course that addresses a very important issue for parents of pets and kids! From Wag to Growl is a hugely valuable look at the world of canine body language and bite prevention. Working with Melonie, I learned that 4.5 million reported dog bites occur annually in the US, with children being the primary victims. Why? Often, it’s because we miss the signs of stress and discomfort in our furry friends. Dogs have their own unique way of communicating with us, and it’s high time we learned what they’re trying to say. This is where Melonie can help!

With a master’s in canine science and over a decade of experience in the field, what Melonie shares in From Wag to Growl is an essential toolbox for every household. This course is for anyone who has or is planning to have a dog and children co-existing in their home. Honestly, anyone who has kids who interact with dogs will benefit from this course!

Over three comprehensive modules, you’ll gain an understanding of basic dog body language, bite prevention, and how to maintain safety inside and outside your home. Let’s ensure that our interactions with our furry pals are filled with joy and mutual respect. Melonie’s course is currently on a waitlist, make sure to enter your email address on her site to get first dibs on this course when it comes out in July!

Check out these new courses!

Thanks for taking the time to read about these new courses and to click through and check out the ones that appeal to you. The 5 of us put in a ton of effort over 8+ weeks to make these courses amazing! I’m so proud that I was able to help these pet pros put everything together because the information they have to share with you is so valuable… we owe it to you to share our knowledge in these courses! 

Again, here are the quick links to check out each course:

• Life Skills for Therapy Dog Teams
• Wag to Growl: Dog Body Language for Families *get on the waitlist
• Pawsitive Hiring Course: How to Build Your Dream Pet Care Team
• Social Video Unleashed

Don’t wait on this, enrollment is only open for a limited time and there are expiring bonuses to claim. If you’re a pet pro and want to create your own online course after seeing how amazing these turned out, I will be hosting another round of the Course Creator Mastermind in early Spring 2024!