6x Mandatory Practical Course — Canton Zurich

Official practical training with certificate

Since June 1, 2025, all dog owners in the canton of Zurich are required to complete six hours of practical training in addition to the mandatory theory course. Our group training course fulfils these official requirements and provides structured, practical guidance for everyday life.

Upon successful completion, you will receive the official confirmation for your municipality and Amicus registration.

If you are unsure how many hours you are required to complete (for example, if you owned your dog before June 1, 2025), we are happy to advise you.

What makes our course special:

• structured small-group training in a calm learning environment
• clear guidance based on modern, reward-based methods
• practical exercises focused on real-life situations
• official certification for the canton of Zurich
• supportive atmosphere with individual feedback

You and your dog will learn:

• strengthening bonding and cooperation
• understanding canine body language and communication
• reliable basic obedience and everyday skills
• calm and safe handling in challenging situations
• focus and concentration around other dogs
• introduction to humane muzzle training

Training sessions are designed so dogs learn to work calmly side-by-side without uncontrolled play, creating focus and stability in a group setting.

If you miss a class, there is no need to worry — key content is regularly repeated and reviewed, allowing you to rejoin smoothly and stay on track.