by VSA | Jun 16, 2026 | Blog Posts
The demand for dog training endures, even during turbulent times. Here are some reasons why. Perhaps you’ve always had a passion for dogs, and dream of working with them, but also feel the need to be practical and wonder how this career might affect your future....
by VSA | Jun 15, 2026 | Blog Posts
What’s it like to assist Victoria with dog training on set of a television show? Shane Hartshorn, owner of Canine Education in Leicestershire, England, and a Victoria Stilwell Academy graduate, brings positive reinforcement principles, professionalism, and humor...
by VSA | May 4, 2026 | Blog Posts
Ready to turn your passion for dogs into your profession? Becoming a certified dog trainer is one of the most rewarding career paths available—but it requires more than just loving dogs. As a career, dog training blends teaching, science-led understanding, empathy,...
by VSA | May 1, 2026 | Blog Posts
This former physician has traded her white coat for a custom treat pouch Elisa Segal describes her career pivot from medicine to dog training like a homecoming. Growing up, Elisa watched every Jane Goodall special she could find on television. In junior high, she...
by VSA | Mar 23, 2026 | Blog Posts
The word ‘certification’ in the dog training world is confusing. Here we’ll explain what being a certified dog trainer really means – and what it doesn’t. The word ‘certification’ in the dog training world is confusing. As an unregulated profession, it falls to the...
by VSA | Mar 22, 2026 | Blog Posts
The concept of ‘certification’ in the world of professional dog training is not as clear as it ought to be. That’s why VSA partnered with Open College Network London to accredit its flagship professional course. A lot has changed in the world of professional dog...
by VSA | Feb 18, 2026 | Blog Posts
The first step to helping is recognizing that real distress–not naughtiness-is behind these frustrating behaviors From noise complaints to destroyed furniture, separation anxiety affects countless dogs and their families. But as Nicola Cook, founder of Poochy People...
by VSA | Jan 14, 2026 | Blog Posts
This visionary canine behavior expert showed us how to support adolescent dogs by truly seeing the world through their eyes Adolescence. Just say the word and dog guardians everywhere raise their hands to heaven. It’s a time when many dogs end up in shelters,...
by VSA | Jan 13, 2026 | Blog Posts
VSA gains further global recognition as a Level 5-accredited qualification. We’re excited to share that after a comprehensive and exhaustive process, Victoria Stilwell Academy has been officially recognized as a Qualified Center with Open College Network (OCN) London,...
by VSA | Nov 20, 2025 | Blog Posts
This former arts educator says VSA gave her the skills and confidence to operate a successful dog training business Today, Emily Ohara runs her own thriving dog walking and training business, dogtailsservices.com, working with clients who share her commitment to...
