General Dog Training Program

Description How you will learn: Everything is delivered in easy-to-follow lessons your whole family can enjoy at their own pace. Engaging content including video demonstrations, animations text and photos Self-paced learning that you can revisit anytime Easy to navigate portal where you can check progress, download resources and revisit topics What you will learn: Part One – How To Raise A Happy and Well-Mannered Dog  Discover the basics to better know your dog including understanding their body language, building positive relationships and ensuring you are meeting their needs. Part Two – Teaching Your Dog Important Life Skills/Basic Cues  Learn our positive approach to dog training and watch step-by-step lessons on how to train your dog to learn all the essential skills including recall, sit, stay and walking nicely on a lead. Part Three – Troubleshooting Behaviour Concerns  Practical, step-by-step guides to understanding, preventing and if needed managing, common problems including biting, barking, chewing, separation issues and jumping. Part Four – Additional Information Further help with other potential issues including grooming, vet visits, multi-dog households and tips for bringing home a rescue dog. Our training approach: Mel, the founder of Cooper and Kids and the creator of these programs, is a Family Paws Educator, a Fear Free Certified Professional, an IAABC-accredited dog trainer, and a certified Family Dog Mediator. Driven by the goal of educating families and dog guardians, Mel emphasises the importance of using positive, ethical, kind, and force-free methods to build better and safer relationships between you, your family, and your dog. Her focus is on promoting your dog’s overall well-being and welfare, ensuring that both children and dogs are happy and safe together. Disclaimer: This program is for educational purposes only and does not replace personalised professional, veterinary, or behavioural advice. Every dog and family situation is unique, and outcomes will vary depending on factors including consistency, environment, supervision, and the individual temperament and history of each dog. You are responsible for safe supervision and implementation of all strategies. Cooper and Kids accepts no liability for injury, loss, or damage resulting from use of this material. What my clients are saying KIM – Archie the Golden Retriever ★★★★★ When we purchased this program we were feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to truly support our dog, Archie. What we found was clear, practical guidance that helped us understand his behaviour, meet his needs, and build a calmer, more trusting relationship. The step-by-step structure made everything feel achievable, and the focus on wellbeing — not quick fixes — created real, lasting change. Archie is now more settled, more confident, and our home feels peaceful in a way it hadn’t before. program didn’t just help our dog… it helped our whole family feel calmer and more connected. We’re so grateful we found this program! A massive thank you to Mel from Cooper and Kids. BEN – Maggie the French Bulldog ★★★★★ This program gave us the confidence to truly support Maggie and her needs. The behaviour explanations are clear, compassionate, and the step-by-step guidance made it simple to build better habits and a stronger bond. We’ve seen such a positive change in Maggie’s behaviour and in our relationship with her. It finally feels like we understand our dog — and that’s priceless. FIONA – Teddy the Groodle ★★★★★ Helping our dog Teddy feel happier and more settled was exactly what we hoped for, and this program delivered. The lessons are practical, gentle, and focused on real wellbeing — not quick fixes. We now feel confident guiding Teddy, preventing problems before they start, and creating a calm, happy life together. Cooper and Kids has been such a valuable support for our whole family. Add to cart FAQs When should I purchase this program?This program is relevant no matter what age your dog is. We highly recommend getting started before any issues arise. It helps you set expectations early, strengthen your bond, put simple rules in place, and start on the right foot before habits form. If you already are seeing issues or unwanted habits, it is absolutely not too late. The program helps you understand what is normal dog behaviour, and how to reduce stress and chaos at home. You can start applying the guidance straight away, no matter your dog’s age or how things are currently going. In saying that, if you have a puppy, go check out one of our online puppy programs. ● If you have kids — Raising a happy and confident puppy – for families with kids ● If you don’t have kids — Raising a happy and confident puppy – for everyone else When will I get access to the program?Once you have purchased our online program, you will automatically receive an email guiding you on how to access our online learning portal (this should only take a couple of minutes to complete). This means your family can start learning straight away! The email should arrive in your inbox within a few minutes from Reach360 which is our learning portal. If there are any delays or issues, you can reach out to us at [email protected] How long will I have access for?When you purchase our online programs, you gain 12 months access so it’s easy to revisit a topic or refresh your knowledge, any time you need during the time frame you will need it the most. Is this program suitable for all dog breeds?The online program focuses on understanding dog behaviour, setting clear boundaries, and teaching you how to better engage with your dog. These foundations apply to every breed, whether you have a small companion dog or a larger, more energetic furry friend. However, please always remember that this is general advice. So, if you have any big concerns or red flags, make sure to get in touch with Cooper and Kids [email protected] or your local positive dog trainer, vet or vet behaviourist for further one-on-one assistance. Does this online program replace the need for in person dog training?Our online program covers SO much – from essential training, troubleshooting problems, managing kids and dogs, understanding your dog better, etc, but depending on the issues or problems you need help with, in-person assistance is invaluable and highly recommended when it comes to dogs. If you do decide to get in person help as well as our program, make sure to find a qualified, force-free positive dog trainer. There are many training philosophies and individuals offering services without proper qualifications. The wrong trainer can have lasting negative effects on your dog, so be sure to do your research and choose wisely. We offer in-home sessions and online zoom sessions. These are ideal for people with specific questions, unique challenges, or situations where extra guidance would be helpful. You can read more about these options here, or contact us anytime at [email protected]. Is there further support if we have questions?This online program is designed to give your family clear, practical guidance for life with a dog and to help you have a calm, well-mannered and happy family dog. If you do find that you need more personalised support, we also offer in-home sessions and online zoom sessions. These are ideal for families with specific questions, unique challenges, or situations where extra guidance would be helpful. You can read more about these options here, or contact us anytime at [email protected] Add to cart