Happy Handling - In-Person Course

🌟 Does your furry friend get anxious at the vet? Hide from nail clippers? Or squirm during brushing? You're not alone! Happy Handling is here to change that.

This gentle, science-based course is designed to make everyday care for your dog calm, cooperative, and stress-free. Through consent-based husbandry techniques, you'll build a trusting partnership that transforms vet visits, grooming, and nail care into enjoyable experiences your dog actively participates in.

What You'll Learn:

✅ How to interpret your dog's body language and recognize subtle stress signals
✅ Consent-based handling techniques (your dog says “yes” instead of just tolerating it)
✅ Foundations of cooperative care: chin rests, stationing, and start/stop signals
✅ Practical training for grooming, nail care, ear checks, and vet handling
✅ Strategies to work with vets and groomers to ensure your dog's comfort

Perfect For:

🐶 Puppy owners aiming for stress-free vet visits
🐕 Owners of sensitive, rescue, or handling-averse dogs
🐩 Anyone wanting care time to feel like connection, not conflict
👩‍⚕️ Groomers, vet nurses, and trainers wishing to learn cooperative care skills

Why It Works:

This course emphasizes force-free training, positive reinforcement, and dog-centered communication. No restraint tactics—only trust and choice. You’ll foster a relationship based on cooperation, giving your dog the tools they need to feel safe participating in their own care.

What’s Included:

📚 35-minute introductory video on body language and start behaviors
🐕 Five in-person classes
📝 Detailed course notes
💬 Optional WhatsApp support group for feedback between classes

The Results:

A relaxed dog who:
✨ Trusts you with handling
✨ Chooses to engage in care
✨ Feels secure at the vet & groomer
✨ Transitions from stress to confidence to cooperation

Each in-person class lasts 1 hour and is best for dogs that can comfortably interact with other dogs and people. If that's not the case, join our online course for the same content via live Zoom classes!

📍 Location: 3 St John's Road, London, SE20 7EF, United Kingdom
🔗 Register Now!