Animal Training
Animal training is the act of teaching animals specific responses to specific conditions or stimuli. Training may be for purposes such as companionship, detection, protection, and entertainment. The type of training an animal receives will vary depending on the training method used, and the purpose for training the animal. For example, a seeing eye dog will be trained to achieve a different goal than a wild animal in a circus.
In some countries animal trainer certification bodies exist. They do not share consistent goals or requirements; they do not prevent someone from practicing as an animal trainer nor using the title. Similarly, the United States does not require animal trainers to have any specific certification. An animal trainer should consider the natural behaviors of the animal and aim to modify behaviors through a basic system of reward and punishment.
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Matching Animal Training Colleges
Lamar Community College
At least 2 but less than 4 years; Public; $6,136 average out-state tuition; $3,680 average in-state tuition |
Becker College
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $34,650 average out-state tuition; $34,650 average in-state tuition |
Bergin University of Canine Studies
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $9,375 average out-state tuition; $9,375 average in-state tuition |
Saint Francis University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $38,852 average out-state tuition; $38,852 average in-state tuition |
SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill
Four or more years; Public; $16,980 average out-state tuition; $7,070 average in-state tuition |
Scholarships for Animal Training Majors
Diversity in Food and Natural Resources ScholarshipUniversity of Minnesota, Twin Cities |
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award Up to $15,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Diversity in Food and Natural Resources Scholarship is available to students entering the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. You must be enrolled in the College of Food, Agriculture and Natural Resource Sciences. You must also demonstrate a contribution to diversity, high academic achievement, leadership and community involvement to be... View Scholarship Details |
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J. Albert Finkel and Irma Jane Finkel ScholarshipHeritage Fund - the Community Foundation of Bartholomew County |
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award Up to $20,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe J. Albert Finkel and Irma Jane Finkel Scholarship is available to students from Bartholomew County attending Purdue University. You must be enrolled in the School of Agriculture to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Farmer Lee Jones ScholarshipThe Trotter Project |
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award $10,000 |
deadline May 15, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Farmer Lee Jones Scholarship is available to students majoring in agriculture. You must have a minimum 2.5 GPA to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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LDEI Impactful Change ScholarshipLes Dames d'Escoffier International (LDEI) |
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award $5,000 |
deadline May 16, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe LDEI Impactful Change Scholarship is available to female full-time students who are pursuing a degree from an accredited educational institution in culinary or pastry arts education, food systems or agriculture/farming, hospitality management, dietetics and/or nutrition or the beverage industries. You must be at least 21 years of age and... View Scholarship Details |
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Walter and Joyce Owens Family ScholarshipAmerican Jersey Cattle Association |
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award $5,000 |
deadline July 01, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Walter and Joyce Owens Family Scholarship is available to undergraduate students who are members of the American Jersey Cattle Association and have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Selection is based on academic performance, activities and accomplishments, personal goals, and interest in and commitment to continued involvement in the Jersey dairy... View Scholarship Details |
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Russell-Malnati Scholarship for Advanced StudiesAmerican Jersey Cattle Association |
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award $5,000 |
deadline July 01, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Russell-Malnati Scholarship for Advanced Studies is available to graduate students who are members of the American Jersey Cattle Association and have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Selection is based on academic performance, activities and accomplishments, personal goals, and interest in and commitment to continued involvement in the Jersey dairy... View Scholarship Details |
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Dutchess County Memorial Sheep ScholarshipDutchess County Sheep and Wool Growers Association |
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award $4,000 |
deadline May 15, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Dutchess County Memorial Sheep Scholarship is available to students majoring in a field of study related to agriculture. You must be a current or former Hudson Valley 4- H/ FFA member to qualify for this award. This award is renewable for up to two years. View Scholarship Details |
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IPSA ScholarshipIndependent Professional Seed Association |
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award $4,000 |
deadline April 30, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe IPSA Scholarship is available to students studying in the field of agriculture. View Scholarship Details |
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Lineweaver ScholarshipAmerican Jersey Cattle Association |
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award $3,500 |
deadline July 01, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Lineweaver Scholarship is available to sophomore-level and above undergraduate students who are members of the American Jersey Cattle Association, have a minimum GPA of 2.5, and are studying a field related to dairy science, animal sciences, or dairy products. Selection is based on upon financial need, academic performance, and leadership... View Scholarship Details |
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San Antonio Livestock Exposition ScholarshipSam Houston State University - College of Arts and Sciences |
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award $3,000 |
deadline August 20, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe San Antonio Livestock Exposition Scholarship is available to entering freshmen majoring in agriculture at Sam Houston State University. You must be a Texas resident, take at least 12 credit hours per semester, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and comply with S.A.L.E to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
Animal Training Related Majors
- Pre-Veterinary Studies
- Animal Sciences
- Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant
- Agricultural Business and Management
- Agriculture
- Equestrian/Equine Studies
- Food Science and Technology
- Horse Husbandry/Equine Science and Management
- Animal Health
- Veterinary Anatomy
- Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science and Related Fields
- Large Animal/Food Animal and Equine Surgery and Medicine
- Horticultural Science
- Agricultural Communication/Journalism
- Agronomy and Crop Science
- Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural Animal Breeding
- Veterinary Medicine
- Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations
- Agricultural and Horticultural Plant Breeding