Instructor Course Level 2 Ceremony (2025)
Category Archives: Instructor Course Level 2
Diane Ferreira Redelinghuys
I want to thank South African Dog Training College for all the tools they have equipped my toolbox with when it comes to training dogs. I completed my level 2 Instructors course today. (Awaiting my results).
I adopted a submissive pup from CLAW (Community Led Animal Welfare) in March this year. The reason being that Alex did not tolerate high energy confident puppies that got into his face.
Benjamin howled blue murder out the back of my car window at the cars behind him. I am sure if he was a human child, people would have called the cops.
This was a month before I was to leave for 4 weeks to NZ. I applied the 3 days, 3 weeks, 3 months rule that I was taught in the Basic home obedience instructors course. The primary issue was to get Alex and Benjamin to bond without my interference, if needed. I never needed to interfere. Alex was the best Alpha ever!
I started teaching Benji just the sit for his food. I got pet sitters to look after my 4 animals, 2 cats and the dogs while I was away. They did a sterling job! When I returned, Benjamin was 5 months old and I started puppy socializing classes with Chris Byron at the club. Wow! What a guy with puppies! This allowed for Benji and I to form a bond, and so much more! I only learnt during this course that Benji and I skipped a level straight into Debbie’s class. Another PHENOMENAL basic home obedience trainer.
I brought Benjamin to the course, wanting to expose, introduce and teach him about agility. Going over the A- frame, the “board walk”, (which is terrifying for 99% of dogs and need several days of luring to do. Going through a hoop and through a pitch black tunnel. I used Alex as lead dog for the A frame and board walk, and Benji did not flinch. He did the tunnel and Tyre without hesitation.
For those that have seen Benjamin’s incredible propensity to serve, (opening drawers, cupboards, carrying and picking up ANYTHING,
I need to say ONE thing.
Without the knowledge I have obtained by doing the Instructors courses, being taught by the best I have come across in my 63 yrs, I would not have been able to “create and mold” such a happy and confident pup / dog.
Thank you Chris Vd Westhuizen , Christine, Biata, Chris Byron, Tammy Schutte and Debbie (?).
Michelle Potts Weedman ….thank YOU and CLAW for all your hard work and dedication you put into rescuing animals and reaching out to the uneducated. Without CLAW, I would not have the incredible dogs I have!
I am truly blessed!
Diane Redelinghuys
Training type: Dog Instructor Course Level 1
Nehal
I loved all of the videos and movies as per usual. Christine I loved your quizzing for learning.
Training type: Instructor Course Level 2 Aspen Hills
Carly
I, myself have really enjoyed, teaching me how to not over think and start understand how the dogs mind and body works
Training type: Instructor Course Level 2 Botswana
Johan
Learned from day 1.
Training type: Instructor Course Level 2 Midrand
Christopher B
I feel that the theory and practical are complimentary of each other and has equal value in application. I cant say I have anything to criticize, but I do have so much gratitude for how my experience has helped me build my confidence again. Please never stop what you are doing, this world is dark and sometimes lonely, but with the love, passion and light you share is valuable beyond the immediate affect you have.
Training type: Instructor Course Level 2 Dalpark
Christopher M
I really enjoyed the classes, knowledge and intimacy. Generally an extremely comfortable space. Even now, I can shift my attention and have the support you have given.
Training type: Instructor Course Level 2 Sunward Park
Joanie
I have learnt so much.
Training type: Instructor Course Level 2 Mpumalanga
Debbie
They are perfect to the T. All is perfect. Nice venue. You are in the heat of the moment where you feel home
Training type: Instructor Course Level 2 Alberton
Aungenie
Really enjoyed this one.
I do not want Chris to retire, he is a very good leader. The pressure Christine puts on us feels very constructive and very happy.
I was very happy and woke up excited each morning. I can’t wait to start my career in the dog world.
Training type: Instructor Course Level 2 Brackendowns
Nicole
The most valuable thing I learnt was how they showed standards and how they are marked.
Venue was good. Loved it.
Training type: Instructor Course Level 2 Centurion
Hancke
The very in-depth behaviour was awesome, as well as the higher level competition work.
It was great. I enjoyed the presenters and the work, and I enjoyed the instructors as well.
Training type: Instructor Course Level 2 KwaZulu Natal
Tamryn
I enjoyed working with aggressive dogs and what techniques to use.
They are brilliant. The course is brilliant and fun, I enjoyed it and it truly has changed my life.
Training type: Instructor Course Level 2 Dalpark
Chelsea
Hello Chris! I hope you and the family are well! Please send all my love! I wanted to thank you all once again for your guidance and expert knowledge that everyone at SADTC brought me. I have just had a long time client, with their Great Dane (just over 1 year old intact bitch)listen to my recommendation and get their dog to a vet before starting with behaviour modification. They sent their dog to me for board and I noticed a new behaviour. She will furiously chase her tail to the point of hurting it when anything raises her threshold. I tried exercising her out and working the mind, didn’t change it. Recommended she go to the vet and rule anything out. Lo and behold, it is a situation that requires medication and she will be right as rain with the right management going forward. They thanked me profusely because the vet said it is hard to pinpoint and people mistake the tail chasing as boredom and boredom alone. It wasn’t adding up for me so I told her VET before they see me again and she is coming to me again on Thursday so I will monitor and see.
Thank you for teaching me the importance of being humble. There are too many hectic dog trainers out there all fighting and being crazy against one another and forgetting we do this for the dogs and the owners who care. Thank you to you, Christine, Biata and everyone who worked with me. I look forward to maybe popping by next time I’m up again to say hello
Training type: Dog Instructor Course
Deseré
Your dedication and passion is contagious, I loved it out here. I should quit my job and only attend seminars, etc here. Besides for feeling like family, the knowledge & expertise we can access here is priceless.
Training type: Dog Training Instructor Course Level 2 Paulshof
Marc
I have thoroughly enjoyed the course and I have benefited greatly from Chris & Christine’s many years of experience which they are more than willing to share – a quality that is sometimes lacking in the dog training world. Their love for the dogs is apparent and I’m grateful for the opportunity to have been able to learn from them.
Training type: Dog Training Instructor Course Level 2 Sunninghill
Leam
The course was amazing, working with all the dogs and great to hear the handlers helping each other. The presenters are perfect in their respective fields.
Training type: Dog Training Instructor Course Level 2 Heidelberg
Damien
All great, presenters/presentations were packed with knowledge, especially experience that we got to see first-hand.
Training type: Dog Training Instructor Course Level 2 Centurion
Taalia
Thank you for helping me learn so much more, I will be back for Therapy courses.
Training type: Dog Training Instructor Course Level 2 Randvaal
Marietjie
Marietjie did our instructor courses and taught in Pakistan, and made great headway for the legislation for animal rights etc.
Chris Vd Westhuizen thanks for all the knowledge gained through you & Christine @SA Dog Training College! One of the best ‘investments’ in my life!
Training type: Dog Instructor Course Pretoria
Jerry
Jerry (SARAC) completed our Level 1 (SADTC sponsored) & level 2 (member sponsored) instructor courses and has done so much good for the animals. We are proud to be associated with him and SARAC and congratulate him on all the awards he has achieved, the latest one winning the Premier Awards ie SADC 2019, CEO GLOBAL, Pan African Awards.
From Jerry:
Good Morning Christine
Hope all is well with you
Yes we are overwhelmed on winning the Premier Awards ie SADC 2019, CEO GLOBAL, Pan African Awards.
It is because people like you that we are where we are today, I am forever grateful that our path has crossed.
Kind Regards
Jerry
SARAC
Training type: Dog Instructor Course Level 1 & 2
Claude
Thank you for the support. You guys have played a very important part of what I do.
Ever so grateful. I’m working towards (long term) to be endorsed with your Puppy Seminar. I think it has the potential to do very well in KZN. You guys will come and launch it here.
Training type: Dog Training Instructor Class KwaZulu-Natal Level 2
Sam
SA Dog Training College is AMAZING! I’ve completed the instructor course level 1 and can’t wait to complete level 2 and 3. Their knowledge is incredible. I highly recommend SADTC.
Training type: Dog Instructor Class Sunnyrock | Dog Instructor Class Sunnyrock Level 2
INSTRUCTOR COURSE LEVEL 2 OCTOBER 2015
INSTRUCTOR COURSE LEVEL 2 MARCH 2015
Iryna
Dear Christine
I wanna share that story with you I can’t stop smiling! My girl Sheela before we went for a course was the sweetest teddy bear love everybody , especially my landlords when I’m not at home working long dbl shift at a restaurant they use to play with her teaching her bad habits like jumping on ppl and eat from the ground. I was no happy about it but nothing I could do I work hectic hours… Since we back home from the course my girl is changed! My landlady told me Sheela does not come out of cottage when I’m not at home and today was classic – I’m at work , my landlord smsed me and ask if he can come in to my place and fetch something I say yes of course !
Is normal I’ve been living there for 9 years I trust him!
5min later my landlord sms me saying: “little S#$t (Sheela) growled at him and won’t let him in!!!!! ” Lol. I just wanna say THANK YOU SO SO MUCH!!!
You work is amazing! I wanna continue protection work with my girl I think she gonna b amazing!
Loads of love kind regards
Iryna