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Second Chance Shelter - Assistant Dog Training Program

by: Second Chance Dog Shelter

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This is our most popular program. It's a two or four-week course where professional dog trainers teach you dog training skills. Our shelter has a dedicated covered training area in Pattaya, Thailand. We train our resident dogs in obedience and agility. You will get the chance to train with 5 or 6 different dogs each day, including those with disabilities. The training is a massive success for the ...

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Program Highlights

Gain hands-on dog training experience and learn the skills of professional trainers—if you can train a shelter dog with a history of trauma and abuse, you can train any dog.

Be a part of an incredible transformation process, wherein a timid, shy, fearful dog becomes confident, outgoing, and happy—making it perfect as a family pet.

Enjoy activities like swimming with dogs, pack walks, and even surfing in a tropical paradise—a true volunteer adventure in Thailand with a tangible difference.

Explore Thailand's beauty and culture, explore beaches and islands, visit an elephant sanctuary, enjoy watersports, and watch a live Muay Thai (the national sport) match.

Meet like-minded people and make lifelong friends who’ll accompany you on further trips and adventures in Thailand.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Pattaya, Thailand
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • Multiple Year
Cost Per Week$100-300
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Eco-Tourism
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

10

Total Reviews

3

Everything I had hoped for and more

September 11, 2025by: Kelly Griffiths - United KingdomProgram: Second Chance Shelter - Assistant Dog Training Program
10

When I arrived at the shelter it was amazing being greeted by so many dogs. There are quite a few that have lost legs and they hop around happily. The course itself was so fun, the trainer is very relaxed and teaches in a very laid back way. Always answering your questions. The time with the dogs was great, I’ve never owned a dog and it was really heart warming getting to know them all. We picked a few dogs each and taught them to walk with us and jump over the obstacles. We went to the beach with them , visited cafes and I learnt so much. I wish I had signed up for longer. I will miss my doggie friends.

Lucas and Casper On the way to the beach My new friends

Unforgettable experience with lovable dogs!

September 11, 2025by: Mirc Kyllo - FinlandProgram: Second Chance Shelter - Assistant Dog Training Program
10

This course was a great experience. I learned a lot about training dogs and getting along with many different dogs, as well as dog behaviors in different situations. The trainer was really pleasant and knowledgeable. The dogs were also really nice and lovable, we trained them at the shelter and on the beaches. I highly recommend this if you want to do good for these dogs, and develop your skills with dogs at the same time.

Training at the shelterTraining on the beachTraining at the shelter

Fantastic Experience

September 11, 2025by: Shane McGuigan - United KingdomProgram: Second Chance Shelter - Assistant Dog Training Program
10

I spent a brilliant two weeks learning to train doggies with Soi Dogs in Pattaya. I had such a great time, the dogs were lovely, and I met some great people too. I learned a lot of skills that I can apply to training my own dog now I'm back. Plus, it was really nice to actually DO something rather than my usual holiday activity of just sitting around on the beach.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Pattaya, Thailand

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Animal Welfare
  • Eco-Tourism

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • Multiple Year

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group

Cost per week

$100-300

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • In-Country Orientation

Accommodation Options

  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

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