Learn to be a Professional Dog Trainer

Anyone can train a dog, but if they can't tell YOU, the dog owner, how to do it, what good is the instruction? Morrison Canine's state-of-the-art training centres dedicate their full resources to teaching students all aspects of dog training, from basic nutrition and health requirements of a dog, right through to aggression therapy and 65 topics in between! Most important, however, is that all trainees are taught how to communicate their knowledge to dog owners in a common sense and logical manner so the owner of the dog can accomplish the training.

With over 40 years of experience, Doug Morrison, a certified Dog Master, has a far ranging and comprehensive knowledge of all breeds of dogs, alternative methods of problem solving and a limitless supply of contacts in the "dog" world. His world renowned reputation has earned him the highest honours from the United Nations Accreditation for Dog Handling allow him to provide services and information on all fields of training, whether it be for show or just family enjoyment.

Working closely with all his trainees, Mr. Morrison's one-on-one personal training allows them to accomplish their common goal of excellence in the dog training field. Even after successful completion of the dog trainer's course, students can always rely on Doug for advice, clarification or direction.

Why should you choose Morrison K-9 Development as your school to be a Professional Dog Trainer? For the same reason so many other currently operating dog training schools did -- he knows the most and he is the BEST! Wouldn't YOU want to be taught by the best Dog Master in Canada?!

The different subjects that are taught
The fundamentals of obedience.
The student must learn not only to be a dog trainer, but an Instructor also.

Through proper guidance, all the trainees work hand in hand with myself, are then progressed to giving lessons to my own students. Both on and off leash training is given to the students under my guidance.

All trainees are trained in puppy kindergarten, basic obedience, advanced obedience, obstacle agility work, and introduced to tracking. An introduction to protection is now offered as well. Guidance is for the student at all times after graduating. During the first year of operation Mr. Morrison conducts a visit to the new school. As a helping aid or seminars for the new dog trainer.

After the first year of operation, any additional training for specialized work is then implemented.

Learn to be a Professional Dog Trainer

I am from Japan and came to Canada for two reasons.

1) to improve my English, and
2) to become a professional dog trainer.

While I was studying English, I happened to listen to an interview on the radio that was broadcast from Kosovo. The interview was with a person by the name of Doug Morrison, who was stationed in Kosovo working dogs in the mine fields. The more I listened, the more intrigued I became. I heard him say he was from Ottawa and would be returning in Nov. 2000.

I had been looking into the different organizations that give dog trainers courses, but I must admit, I was completely taken by the interview I was listening to.

I knew nothing about this person so I did my research, and after talking to the Canadian government, I made up my mind. I wanted to be trained by only Doug Morrison. I waited patiently until he returned and phoned.

I met with Doug, and could tell we hit it off. My English was not that great but Doug assured me that we would take our time, and he could see me finishing the course in the allotted time frame that I was on. One thing I didn't realize was that the majority of dog trainers in the Ottawa area were trained by Mr.  Morrison. His incredible experiences and expertise with dogs and people made my choice a no contest. I enrolled in his Professional Dog Trainers Course.

Not only did I find his expertise with dogs incredible but his patience with me is something I will never forget. The time I have spent with Doug is a significant part of my life, and wish other people could just meet him to realize what a warm, knowledgeable person he is.

I asked Doug if I could say something on his web site to thank him the right way. He has allowed me to give you this testimonial. Thank you, Doug, for giving me a chance for my dream to come true. I would also like to thank his wife June for putting up with me as well and all the friendly students that I have had the opportunity to teach.

I am very proud to say that I am returning to Japan, and opening up a Morrison Canine Concepts dog training school. I can hardly wait until the spring of 2002 when Doug comes over to put on my first seminar. AKIKO TAKAHASHI