Dogue Academy Professional Dog Trainer School

The Only Social Cognitive Animal Training School in the World

Established in 1999, the Dogue Academy offers a hands-on professional dog trainer certification course. Situated in Hudson, Quebec, the Dogue Academy attracts national and international students eager to learn the art of dog and exotic animal training, behaviour modification, and master social cognitive animal training. 

The Dogue Academy stands as more than just a dog trainer school; it embodies a holistic approach to understanding and fostering the human-animal bond by developing secure attacment. Established with a vision beyond mere obedience training, the Dogue Academy serves as a hub for the following.

A Short History About the Animal Behaviour Apprenticeship - Professional Dog Trainer Certification

The Dogue Academy's Animal Behaviour Apprenticeship traces its roots back to the early 2000s when Gaby Dufresne-Cyr recognized the need for a science-based structured program to train individuals about dog training. Gaby's vision was to establish a comprehensive curriculum that not only focused on dogs but encompassed a wide range of animals.

In 2009, with the support of fellow trainers and behavioural scientists, Gaby Dufresne-Cyr founded the Dogue Academy in a small facility in Montreal, Canada. The school aimed to blend theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience, ensuring apprentices were well-equipped to address the complexities of animal behaviour and training.

The early years of the apprenticeship were marked by experimentation and refinement as Gaby developed a curriculum that covered topics such as ethology, alternative learning theories, behaviour modification techniques, and animal welfare. The program also emphasized the importance of effective communication and empathy in working with animals.

As word spread about the effectiveness of the Dogue Academy's apprenticeship program, enrollment grew, attracting individuals from diverse backgrounds and regions. In response to this demand, the school expanded. Over the years, the apprenticeship program evolved to incorporate the latest research findings and advancements in the field of animal behaviour and training. What began as a 100 hour course, has grown to a 400 hour professional certification program.

Today, the Dogue Academy's Animal Behaviour Apprenticeship is recognized as one of the leading programs in the field of social cognitive animal training. Graduates of the program go on to pursue careers as professional dog trainers, behaviour consultants, shelter managers, and exotic animal trainers, making a positive impact on the lives of animals and their human companions around the world.