Introduction to Dog Body Language and Communication (free course!)
Helping decode dog communication for a happier, safer, and more rewarding bond! LEARN MOREGET FREE ACCESS NOW
Before we get into the specifics of the course, let’s answer your first question:
Do I Need This Course?
If you have a dog, are getting a dog or are ever around dogs, then yes!
This course is for you!
Why?
This 30-minute course will give you easy to understand information on decoding dog body language.
Video and image examples provide real-life context that are easy to relate to.
Improving your understanding of dog communication can lead to a happier, safer, and more rewarding bond.
It's free!
By the end of this short course, you will have:
A clear understanding
of the importance of understanding dog body language
Improved knowledge
about appeasement and displacement behaviors.
The necessary tools
to understand if your dog really wants a belly rub or if it means something else.
Detailed examples
of stressed, anxious, comfortable and relaxed body language
Clear information on important topics like
dog play, meta signals and consent tests.
An action plan to
learn to decode your dog’s threat sequence when they’re upset or anxious
… and so, so much more!
Please note: This course is an introduction to dog body language and communication and is not intended as a replacement for one-on-one training. Dogs with known fear or aggression issues would benefit from a one-on-one fear and aggression consult.
What my clients are saying…
Finn & Family, Greenwich, CT
“Kate is the dog trainer you dream of finding. Kate combines impressive expertise, superb teaching skills and an obvious love of her craft to transform your dog into a family member.”
Maddie P. & Houston, NYC
“Putting it simply, Kate is the best. Truly, *the best*—the most invaluable resource we couldn’t have even in our wildest dreams imagined!”
Twix & Family, Clifton Springs, NY
“Kate was extremely helpful, thoughtful, and compassionate during a time of high stress and major life choices when our infant was added to the mix. She was a huge support and I cannot thank her enough. I want to refer anyone and everyone to her.”
What’s Inside
The Course
Module 1: Introduction
Module 2: Dog Body Language and Communication
Module 3: Barking and Hackles
Module 4: Signs of Anxiety, Stress or Discomfort
Module 5: Signs of Comfort
- Does your dog know you’re pregnant?
- How dog senses differ and change their perception of things around them
- Should you bring the baby blanket hom?
- Knowing your dog’s sensitivities
Module 6: Displacement Behaviors
Module 7: Appeasement Behaviors
Module 8: Dog Play
Module 9: Wrap Up
Meet Your Behavior Consultant and Guide
Kate LaSala, CTC, CBCC-KA, PCBC-A, CSAT, FFCP-E
Course Instructor
As a multi-credentialed certified behavior consultant and trainer specializing in fear and aggression, I’ve helped thousands dogs overcome issues their guardians thought were impossible – separation anxiety, fear of strangers, resource guarding, growling at kids and more. With over 7,300 hours of hands-on training fearful dogs, I have the relevant experience to help with severe behavioral issues and help you learn to enjoy your dog again. I have a passion for seniors and fearful dogs.
I’m veterinarian-recommended and maintain relationships with several Board-Certified Veterinary Behaviorists around the country, working collaboratively to help clients achieve their goals.
After the death of one of my senior dogs, I became a certified companion animal death doula and can help your clients navigate and plan for anticipatory grief, memorialization and pet loss, with a focus on stigmatized losses including behavioral euthanasia.
With over 250 CEUs, I am deeply committed to continuing education and transparency. I’ve advocated for legislation to regulate educational and training standards, to implement consumer protection laws and partnered with local chapters of the HSUS to speak at town council meetings to shutter puppy mill stores in the NYC area. My husband and I are also an active foster family, having fostered over 60 dogs, including foster failing our current dog, Gertie.