Understand. Respect. Connect.
A new way to live with dogs through The Caring Human Code®.
Transform the Way
You See Your Dog
A Different Way to Train and Understand Dogs
What if the problem was never the dog — but how we understand them?
Most dog training focuses on control.
We teach something completely different.
At Nordic Dog Trainer, we teach unique methods you will not find anywhere else. Our approach is based on The Caring Human Code®, our original framework that helps humans understand dogs through their natural communication rather than control.
Rooted in the dog’s natural language and Scandinavian values of respect and ethical learning, this approach creates a profound shift in how humans live and work with dogs.
This mindset shift transforms the way people see and relate to their dogs — often deepening the relationship far beyond what they thought possible.
Since 2012 caring guardians and dog professionals from more than 60 countries have studied with Nordic Dog Trainer.
At Nordic Academy for Dog Guardians and Nordic School for Dog Professionals, we teach The Caring Human Code® — a humane, ethical, and communication-based approach to life with dogs.
Every dog deserves to be understood, not controlled.
The Caring Human Code®
The Caring Human Code® is a framework for understanding dogs through observation, communication and trust.
Instead of controlling behaviour through commands, we learn to understand what the dog is trying to communicate.
Result:
- less conflict
- less stress
- easier training
- stronger relationships between humans and dogs
Course Details
course start
7 April 2026
Duration
12 weeks
Our story
Nordic Dog Trainer is based in Norway, but our education reaches students from across the world.
Founded by Lisbeth Borg de Waard, the school has become an international centre for ethical dog education. Lisbeth serves as Principal of the International Dog Trainer School and has more than 23 years of experience working with dog behaviour and helping humans better understand dogs.
Through her work, she has dedicated her career to promoting a deeper understanding of dogs based on communication, respect and ethical learning.
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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
In a world that often focuses on training and obedience, this course encouraged a different perspective—listening to and understanding our dogs. It helped me grow into a better companion and truly become my dog’s best friend.
– Emma, USA
The recorded sessions are incredibly valuable, allowing me to revisit the material and deepen my understanding at my own pace. The teaching is thoughtful, clear, and easy to follow, with meaningful examples that make the concepts easy to understand. Whenever I had questions or missed something during the live session, I could simply rewatch the recording and gain clarity.
