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Service Dog Trainer Program

Are your passions teaching dogs and helping people? Have you been trying to find that "just right" successful career that combines both your passions? Animal Behavior College's service dog trainer program might be the path to achieving your dreams. Become a service dog trainer and enjoy a lifelong career helping people and pups! Service dog training allows you to make a real difference in people’s lives. Popular with military veterans, our program is written by industry experts. Combine this course with our dog obedience instructor training program and save money on tuition.

Zookeeper Assistant Program

Have you ever dreamed of working in a zoo and caring for exotic animals? Are you interested about wild animals and animal science? Would you like to be involved in animal care, conservation, protecting endangered species, and wildlife rehabilitation? ABC’s zookeeper assistant program can set you on the path to achieving your wildlife dreams. Our certified zookeeper assistant program introduces you to the duties and responsibilities of working in a zoo as you learn about zoological environments, animal care, animal behavior, conservation, and much more!

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Aquarium Maintenance Program

Would you like to start your own aquarium maintenance company? Are you interested in learning more about fishkeeping and becoming an aquarist? Do you want to take your hobby to the next level? Animal Behavior College's Aquarium Maintenance Program can help you turn your passion for fishkeeping and marine habitats into an enjoyable occupation. The opportunity to have a successful career in aquarium maintenance is better than ever. This extremely comprehensive program provides the knowledge to succeed in the vast sea of fish owners.

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Cat Training Program

Are you a cat lover? Would you like to become a certified cat trainer? You might be asking yourself, "Wait, can you train cats?" The answer is yes, and cat trainers are in demand, with over 87 million cats kept as pets in North America! ABC's cat training program teaches students positive, effective methods for addressing common behavioral challenges and how cat parents can strengthen their relationship with their feline family members. Becoming an approved cat trainer can assist cats in staying in their forever homes. Our cat training program combines an online cat training course with a shelter experience where students can observe and handle cats of different breeds at a local animal shelter. Be the first in your area to become an ABC Certified Cat Trainer (ABCCT).

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On Campus Dog Trainer Program

Do you dream of becoming a professional dog trainer in a more traditional and immersive setting? Our on-campus dog trainer program, located in sunny Southern California, offers one-on-one instruction to help you start a fulfilling career path. Learn basic obedience, behavior modification, and cutting-edge dog training at our Los Angeles dog training school. In addition to learning science-based positive reinforcement techniques, we will focus on how you can prepare to run your own business and much more. Come study with us and turn your passion and love for dogs into a successful career in just 5 months.

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Join the Growing Industry of Animal Careers

The 2023/2024 National Survey by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) says 66% of American households own a pet, which equates to 86.9 million homes. APPA research also shows that pet industry expenditures are rising. They estimate $155 billion dollars will be spent in 2024. Help animals while you become part of a thriving industry.1

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Why ABC?

For 27 years, we've been providing students with a path toward a rewarding career with animals. We offer eight animal career training programs including dog training, veterinary assisting, dog grooming, cat training, aquarium maintenance, zookeeper assisting and more. With over 37,000 graduates, ABC is the largets animal career vocational school in North America. That combined with the flexibility, low priced tuition and fun animal interactions are just a few reasons why students choose us.

Other reasons why students choose us:
  • We are the animal career specialists! This is all we do.
  • Mentor locations Near You - Over 11,000 training facilities in the United States and Canada
  • Personal student support
  • Low tuition prices and student-friendly financing
  • Lifetime certification upon completion and access to our alumni job board
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