Module 1 – Introduction

Get started with the course structure, key concepts and everything you need before beginning your counter-conditioning journey.

Module 2 – Counter-Conditioning Demystified

Understand the principles behind successful counter-conditioning, including emotional responses, distraction, desensitisation, agency and recovery.

Module 3 – Counter-Conditioning: The Mechanics

Learn exactly how to apply counter-conditioning by understanding thresholds, training zones, treatment planning and the skills needed for successful sessions.

Module 4 – Organised Meets

Learn how to plan and run structured training sessions using carefully managed setups, with clear communication, preparation and guidance to support safe, successful counter-conditioning.

Module 5 – Stoogeless Counter Conditioning

Discover how to apply counter-conditioning in everyday situations without the need for planned setups, using practical strategies to build skills gradually and confidently in real-world environments.

Module 6 – Chapter: CounterAction Toolkit

Expand your behaviour toolkit with practical training techniques and exercises designed to support counter-conditioning, encourage calm behaviour, and help dogs build confidence around their triggers.

Module 7 – Scentventure Toolkit

Discover practical handling skills, enrichment activities and training exercises that complement your counter-conditioning plan, helping to build confidence, focus and positive engagement.

Module 8 – Case Study: ‘Nalfie’

Follow Nalfie's complete training journey through a real-life case study, seeing how counter-conditioning techniques are applied step-by-step and adapted as progress is made.

Module 9 – Case Study: When Alfie Met Creedie

Watch a real-life video diary demonstrating how counter-conditioning techniques are applied during a dog-to-dog introduction, providing practical insights into the training process.

Module 10 – Case Study: Meeting a New Human

Follow a real-life video diary demonstrating how counter-conditioning can be used to help a dog build positive associations and confidence when meeting a new person.

Module 11 – Case Study: Take a Walk with Lorna & Bandit

Watch a real-life video diary demonstrating how stealthy stooging can be used during walks to apply counter-conditioning naturally in everyday environments.

Module 12 – Case Study: Wild Stooging with Marley & Benji

See how structured counter-conditioning techniques are applied in public settings, demonstrating how to safely manage real-life training sessions around everyday distractions.

Module 13 – Behind The Lead

Gain a unique handler's perspective through body-worn camera footage, offering real-time insights into training decisions, timing and the practical application of counter-conditioning techniques.

Module 14 – Live Recordings

Deepen your understanding with recorded CounterAction workshops, featuring additional guidance, practical demonstrations and expert insights to reinforce your learning.