IMDT is a worldwide education provider for Dog Trainers and Behaviourists. (UK Level 3).
Welcome to The Institute of Modern Dog Trainers South Africa
The IMDT is a worldwide education provider for Dog Trainers and Behaviourists and is a Registered Learning Centre for The Open College Network. IMDT South Africa was founded in 2019 to bring those opportunities to South African dog trainers and pet industry professionals. IMDT courses are open for all to attend and offer a wide range of
13/04/2026
Bookings are open 😄
Book now to secure your spot.
https://www.imdt.co.za/gauteng/nosework-tracking/
Book here: https://www.imdt.co.za/gauteng/nosework-tracking/
"...The Nose Knows."
A whole 2 days dedicated to Dogs and their noses
02/04/2026
Well done to another incredible group of aspiring dog trainers who completed their 2 Day Career as a Dog Trainer Workshop this past weekend ❤️
If you missed this one, don't fear - we have another 2 Day Workshop coming up in June this year.
https://www.imdt.co.za/gauteng/imdt-2-day-career-as-a-dog-trainer-gauteng/
23/03/2026
Coming up this weekend!
Book your spot now if you havn't already ❤️
https://www.imdt.co.za/gauteng/imdt-2-day-career-as-a-dog-trainer-gauteng/
Book here: https://www.imdt.co.za/gauteng/imdt-2-day-career-as-a-dog-trainer-gauteng/
The 2 day Career As A Dog Trainer' Course offers a wealth of information and practical demonstrations for those wishing to expand their dog training and behaviour knowledge
12/02/2026
Coming up - A full weekend of learning all about Dogs!
Join us on 21 Feb to learn more about Loose Lead Walking and the all important "recall".
Then on Sunday 22 Feb we dedicate an entire day to discovering Canine Body Language.
Book your spots now 🐶
21 Feb: Loose Leaders / Happy Recallers
https://www.imdt.co.za/gauteng/imdt-1-day-happy-recallers-leaders/
22 Feb: Canine Body Language
https://www.imdt.co.za/gauteng/imdt-1-day-body-language/
12/02/2026
Book here:
https://www.imdt.co.za/gauteng/imdt-1-day-happy-recallers-leaders/
A fun, practical training day focused on the two skills owners need most: reliable recalls and loose‑lead walking. Learn how to turn training into a game, harness your dog’s natural motivation, choose the best rewards, and use distractions to your advantage. You’ll practise a variety of exercises and challenges suitable for 1‑to‑1 sessions, group classes, and behaviour programmes, with demonstrations and continuous Q&A throughout. The course includes games, techniques for building consistency and motivation, and guidance to create your own training solutions.
All attendees receive full notes and step‑by‑step training plans. You’ll love it!
19/01/2026
Bookings are now open for our 1‑Day Workshop on canine body language! 🐶
Join us for a fun, interactive day of learning designed for anyone who wants to better understand and connect with dogs.
All proceeds directly support the care of the Dogs of Dogtown.
Spaces are limited—reserve your spot today!
Book here: https://www.imdt.co.za/gauteng/imdt-1-day-body-language/
Book here: https://www.imdt.co.za/gauteng/imdt-1-day-body-language/
"...if only they could talk!"
"Communication doesn't start when one speaks, it starts when one listens."
A whole day dedicated to the wonderful world of Canine Body Language with extensive video analysis
11/12/2025
Our 2026 Calendar has been finalized! 🐶
Visit https://www.imdt.co.za/ for more info and to book your seats. All courses will be held at Dogtown and presented by the one and only, Dogtown Principle Behaviourist, Gordon Banks.
Email [email protected] for more info.
15/10/2025
Last chance to book for this 2 Day Workshop on all things Nosework & Tracking. happening this weekend at Dogtown ♥️
Book here: https://www.imdt.co.za/gauteng/nosework-tracking/
Bookings are OPEN!
Book here: https://www.imdt.co.za/gauteng/nosework-tracking/
"...The Nose Knows."
A whole day dedicated to Dogs and their noses
You will study:
🐾Nosework
-Introduction to Scentwork
-Scent 'jobs'
-The Nose Knows
- Scent Games
🐾Tracking
-What is tracking?
-Why do it?
-Behaviour of scent
- Handling skills
03/10/2025
01/10/2025
Bookings are OPEN!
Book here: https://www.imdt.co.za/gauteng/nosework-tracking/
"...The Nose Knows."
A whole day dedicated to Dogs and their noses
You will study:
🐾Nosework
-Introduction to Scentwork
-Scent 'jobs'
-The Nose Knows
- Scent Games
🐾Tracking
-What is tracking?
-Why do it?
-Behaviour of scent
- Handling skills
01/10/2025
What a great weekend filled with learning! 😃
Well done to all our future dog trainers for completing the IMDT 2 Day Career as a Dog Trainer Course! 🥰