The Curious Dog Trainer Incubator
Hands-on experience for dog trainers in training
What the Dog Trainer Incubator Is
If you’re curious about becoming a dog trainer, you’ve probably noticed something frustrating. There’s a lot of information out there, but very few opportunities to gain real, hands-on experience with actual dogs, real guardians, and thoughtful guidance along the way.
That’s exactly why the Curious Snoots Dog Trainer Incubator exists.
This is a paid role where you begin by providing dog walking services for Curious Snoots clients. A way to learn by doing, with guidance, feedback, and mentorship available along the way.
What you’ll learn:
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Dog behavior and communication
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Handling, movement, and spatial awareness
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Enrichment, mental stimulation and emotional regulation
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Supporting dogs with big feelings
the proof’s in the pudding:
Listen to Olivia, one of our awesome walkers, talking about her experience working at Curious Snoots and how this job has catapulted her dog training career
Who This Is For
The Dog Trainer Incubator may be a great fit if you:
Are curious about becoming a dog trainer but aren’t sure where to start
Are currently taking (or planning to take) a dog training course or certification
Believe hands-on experience matters just as much as theory
Want guidance from an experienced, certified trainer while maintaining independence.
Are excited to be part of a supportive, dog-obsessed community you can grow with
Growth Opportunities
As you grow, opportunities within the company may include:
Leading Walk & Train programs
Assisting or co-leading private training sessions
Working with more challenging dogs
Mentoring future incubator participants
How the Role Works
You begin as a paid dog walker doing our Interactive Walks:
You earn income while gaining real-world experience
You’re exposed to Curious Snoots’ curiosity-led, enrichment-focused approach
You may participate in agreed-upon shadowing, feedback, and mentorship opportunities
Growth opportunities expand as your skills, confidence, and readiness develop
CPDT-KA Certification Support
To support you, Curious Snoots can provide:
Mentorship and real-world learning through the work
Guidance on training concepts we use day-to-day
Support tracking eligible hands-on hours (when applicable)
Study guidance and resources for those pursuing certification
Laura is CPDT-KA certified and can sign attestation letters for eligible hands-on experience and support CPDT-KA candidates with study guidance and preparation strategies.
Important clarification: You’re fully responsible for your own education, including any external courses or certification programs, exam registration, fees, and your completion timeline. Curious Snoots does not provide exam questions or any confidential exam content.
Why Curious Snoots
Curious Snoots was built with a long-term vision. Not only to help dogs and their guardians, but to support the next generation of thoughtful, skilled trainers through real experience, not shortcuts.
By 2028, our mission is to help one million humans and dogs enjoy more joyful, connected walks. The Dog Trainer Incubator plays a meaningful role in that mission.
Interested? Apply Now!
If all of that resonates and you can see yourself growing in a fun, supportive community through hands-on work with dogs, we’d love to learn more about you!
To officially apply, please fill out our online application to help us understand your background, where you’re at in your training journey, and what you’re hoping to grow into. We review applications on a rolling basis and will reach out if it feels like a potential fit on both sides.
Thanks for your interest in being part of the Curious Snoots community