Calm. Connected. Confident.

Join a global community of dog lovers and discover hands-on, force-free methods that work.

Build a Calm, Confident, and Connected Life with Your Dog

With 14 years of experience and thousands of students across 60+ countries, Nordic Dog Trainer is the international standard in compassionate, force-free dog education. Our Human Caring Code® ensures both dogs and humans thrive through trust, respect, and understanding.

Ethical Dog Training for Real-Life Connections.

Hands-on learning. Real results. C.A.R.E. Membership equips you with practical skills, expert guidance, and a supportive global community to strengthen your bond with your dog—ethically, calmly, and confidently.

Become a Certified Dog Trainer with the Caring Human Code® Method

This 12 month course combines theory with practical application, ensuring you gain real-world experience in dog training. 

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Nordic Dog Trainer Calendar

September 2025

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  • Dog Trainer Certification live session
  • Weekly Facebook live
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  • Level 2 Unit 1 Q&A
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  • Tiny Science Chat
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  • Start Level 3 Fall
  • Level 3 Fall 2025 live session
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  • Weekly Facebook live
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  • Calming Signals Specialist online session
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  • Level 2 Unit 1 feedback session
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  • Weekly Facebook live
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  • Start Calming Signals Specialist course fall 2025
  • Calming Signals Specialist live session
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  • Dog Trainer Certification live session
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  • Tiny Science Chat
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  • Level 3 Fall 2025 live session
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  • Weekly Facebook live
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  • Level 4 online session
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Nordic Dog Trainer Blog

Our story

Our school is based in Norway, but we are educating dog trainers and behaviour experts from all around the world.

Lisbeth is Principal of the International Dog Trainer School and the founder of Nordic Education Centre for Dog Trainers. She has 21 years’ experience with problem solving and behaviour in dogs.

Students

Teachers and mentors

Countries represented

Years educating

Why learn with us

Ethical standards
Adhering to the highest ethical standards, we offer high-quality online and in-person education to dedicated dog lovers from around the world.

Philosophy
Our philosophy is based on the work of Turid Rugaas and an understanding of dogs’ calming signals.

Core Values

  • Truly understanding the needs and behaviours of dogs
  • Humane and stress-free training based on the latest scientific research
  • Animal welfare
  • Honesty
  • Trust
  • Ethics
  • Bringing people with love for dogs together
  • Creating a safe and including learning environment

What Our Students Say

This course is an absolute must for anyone who shares their life with a dog. Learning the language of my dogs in a relaxed, friendly and knowledgable atmosphere with great teachers has led to a greater understanding and an even stronger bond.
Sarah Cullen, Switzerland

I don’t know how you did it but you created an amazing combination of useful information, practical work and how to develop a deep understanding of the nuances of dog’s reactions — and all of this in a friendly and positive atmosphere!

Elena Belaya, Russia