BONUS How To Become A Dog Psychol...

BONUS How To Become A Dog Psychologist

The Dog Parentology Podcast by Sparky Smith, MSST, ISCP.DIP.CANINE.PRAC., IAABC - CDBC, MCMA, SSBB
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Jan 24, 2025
09:59

Episode notes

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a canine psychologist? In this BONUS episode of Dog Parentology, I’ll guide you through the fascinating path to one of the most impactful careers in canine care.

We’ll explore the five essential steps to building a professional foundation in dog psychology, from mastering multidisciplinary knowledge to uncovering root causes of behaviour and working collaboratively with veterinarians, trainers, and caregivers.

You’ll also learn how a canine psychologist differs from established roles like Certified Applied Animal Behaviourists and dog behaviourists—delving into systems thinking, neuroscience, and holistic behavioural care.

Plus, as a special bonus, I’m sharing a free resource: the Emerging Dog Psychologist Comparative Matrix, designed to help you understand the distinctions across key roles in the field for only a limited time.

If you’re passionate about elevating your impact on dogs and their families, this episode is your first step toward becoming a professional canine psychologist. Tune in now!

Keywords

dog behaviour
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dog psychology
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canine psychologist