PST Instructor Course 2026
Master prey drive.
Empower your clients.
Grow your business.
In this 10-week programme, you’ll learn how to help your clients manage predatory behaviour with fun, force-free methods and amazing results — while strengthening the dog-human bond and taking your business to the next level.
Start: October 26, 2026
– Only 15 50 spots remaining –
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Predatory behaviour is an issue for many dog lovers – learn how you can help them!
Mastering Predation Substitute Techniques is a must for any professional aiming to skillfully address challenges faced by owners of dogs with strong predatory instincts. This course will show you how you can help your clients to enjoy relaxed walks and a deeper connection with their dogs.
Are you ready to transform your approach and become the go-to expert for controlling canine predatory instincts?
We equip Dog Professionals with Predation Substitute expertise!
This is what you will learn:
✅ What’s really behind predatory behaviour
✅ How to transform predatory chasing by working with the dog, instead of against them
✅ How to ensure enjoyable walks and lasting relief become a reality for your clients & their dogs
✅ How to achieve more motivation by using special training games to keep your clients going and growing
✅ Modern and force-free methods to achieve better, long-lasting results
✅ Detailed tutorials and training plans to implement these methods in your professional work
Don’t wait! This is your chance to sign up for our PST Instructor Course 2026 with our limited Early Bird Offer!
Our special Early Bird Offer for you
Get the limited Early Bird deal — ends October 18, 2026
Early Access: Secure yourself one of only 50 spots
You’ve waited long enough! Secure one of only 50 available spots in this exclusive course. Don’t miss this opportunity, because spots are filling up quickly!
Your Special Deal: Save US$ 700!
Lock in this year’s Early Bird price—guaranteed to be the lowest price, as the price will increase next year. Don’t miss this opportunity to save money and secure your seat today!
your BONUS gift: Access to the PST Master Course "CALL OFF THE CHASE"
You get full access to “Call Off The Chase”, the comprehensive PST Master Course with tons of additional materials and insights. If you have already purchased Call Off The Chase, you are invited to attend my live-workshop “Oh Deer!”.
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Predation Substitute Training isn’t just another technique!
It’s a triple Win-Win-Win: For you as a professional, for your clients, and for their dogs!
The PST approach will not only help you to become a better trainer, it will also be an opportunity to stand out from the competition in the dog training market by using our 4-Aspect-Method:
This comprehensive and successful Predation Substitute Training program consists of four different aspects that are all equally important for the success of you and your clients:
1. Management and Prevention, 2. Predation Substitute Tools, 3. Predation Substitute Games and 4. Interruption of Predatory Behaviour.
In our PST Instructor course, we will cover them all in detail, and we will give you the skills you need to tailor each aspect for every individual human/dog team.
During the ten-week course, starting 26 October 2026, you will learn how to teach and apply this modern, force-free Predation Substitute Training in your training classes and with your one-to-one clients.
There are only 50 spots on this course and each session will consist of a theoretical input, given to you during our live sessions (recordings will be available) and self-paced practical exercises that you will try out with your own or a client’s dog. You get ongoing feedback, answers to your questions and are guided on your way to becoming a Certified PST Instructor.
What others say about the PST Instructor Course
Sarah’s Story
… how different Simone’s approach is to the common things you hear about prey drive. Giving dogs appropriate outlets for their natural needs has always been a priority of mine and this course teaches you techniques and games that are exactly that. I enjoyed the videos that were filmed with her own dogs and client dogs after explaining the theory to see what the methods will look like in the real world.
Linda W., Australia
The perfect Mix for your success
Theoretical Input +
Practical Exercises
Client-ready materials
(handouts, plans,…)
Live Online Sessions
+ Q&A
Workbooks, Replays
& Exchange
Topics covered in the Instructor course
We show you how to apply Predation Substitute Training to your work as a dog professional. You will learn how to help dogs & their owners, by using force-free and effective techniques with long-lasting results.
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Session 1+2 - The Foundation
- What predation is and how to distinguish a dog’s predatory motivation from “pseudo-predation” and what the consequences are for your training
- How to evaluate the training focus for every individual human/dog team
- The basic games that build the foundation for successful Predation Substitute Training
Session 3 - Prevention
- Why it is so important for the human and the dog to stay in contact with each other
- Several practical games to successfully prevent predation from happening
- Finding the perfect rewards for every dog
- How to create a “yes-zone” around the dog where they can be successful and what this “yes-zone” should look like
Session 4 - Management: Use of the Long Line
- How to use and handle the long line as an effective tool in a safe way
- Evaluate the right length of the long line for your individual human/dog team
- Practical leash skills for your canine and human learner
Session 5 - Stress and stress relief
- Why stress, stress relief, and calmness are critical for your training success
- How to tell the difference between true calmness and impulse control
- About the spoon theory
- How to achieve stress reduction through structured walks
- Several methods to promote calmness and relaxation in your canine learner
Session 6 - Calmness in the presence of wildlife
- The ways to teach your client’s dog calmness when wildlife is around
- How to identify safe parts of the predatory sequence
- Ways to reinforce those parts as functional alternative behaviours
- To capture the very first steps that work for every dog as a starting point
Session 7+ 8 - Predation Substitute Games
(Two practical sessions)
- How to give your client’s dogs a safe outlet for their predatory energy according to their individual needs
- How to play the Predation Substitute Game to suit every part of the predatory motor pattern
- How to increase criteria in a real-life context so that your canine learners will be able to focus on their human partners even under high distractions
- To use PST Games as Reward Markers to refine the communication with the canine learner
Session 9 - Interrupting Predatory Behavior
- What realistic expectations are
- Three games that work as positive interrupters even if the dog is in mid-chase
- The mistakes that need to be avoided
Session 10 - Practical Application
- How to apply PST in your business with clients
- How to structure your sessions to not overwhelm clients
- Which formats work and which don’t
Client-ready Resources
Alongside the live sessions, you’ll get ready-to-use resources to work with straight away:
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Structured training plans
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Step-by-step game guides
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Handouts & templates for your clients
So you can save time, deliver with confidence, and equip your clients from day one.
Q&A
Regular Q&A sessions will give you the opportunity to ask your questions, we evaluate (voluntarily) submitted videos of your training and give you direct feedback to support you on your way.
Workbooks + Bonus material
Get bonus resources and tackle all exercises at your own pace with the help of a workbook. It also serves as a basis beyond the course which you can always adapt to the current status of your training.
Exchange
In order to create a space of mutual support for all participants, there is a separate Facebook group as a protected, moderated space.
Your Special Deal: Lock in the Lowest Price for the 2026 Instructor Course!
You’ve waited long enough! Secure one of only 50 available spots in this exclusive course and lock in this year’s Early Bird price—guaranteed to be the lowest price for 2026, as the price will increase next year. Don’t miss this opportunity to save and secure your seat today!
your BONUS gift: Access to the PST Master Course "CALL OFF THE CHASE"
You get full access to “Call Off The Chase”, the comprehensive PST Master Course with tons of additional materials and insights.
Get Certified & Show your Knowledge
After your certification, you are allowed to use the PST-Instructor logo and get listed on our Instructor Page to be recognized as a PST Professional worldwide.
Course schedule 2026
Kick-Off & first live session on Monday, 26 October 2026
Live sessions: Every Monday at 7pm CET (9 sessions)
→ from 26 October until 21 December 2026
Extra session: Friday, 13 November 2026
All sessions are recorded, so you can catch up anytime.
Learn from Leading Expert Simone Mueller & her team
Hi there, nice to meet you!
Hi there, nice to meet you!
I’m Simone Mueller, and I’m a certified dog trainer and behaviour consultant (ATN.AG) based in Germany.
I’m passionate about helping dogs and their guardians around the world through force-free Predation Substitute Training.
⭐ Author of four #1 Amazon Bestsellers - 40,000 books sold
⭐ Online Course Mentor to 7,000 dogs and their guardians
⭐ International Conference Speaker
That’s why I founded “Predation Substitute Training (PST)”, a unique and effective program that stops uncontrolled predatory chasing and provides safe outlets for your dog’s natural drive.
And now I’d love to share my professional knowledge and experience with you, so …
you can become the Predation Substitute Expert in your area – enhancing the happiness of dogs and their humans through your expertise!
Meet Sonja – my Co-Trainer
Sonja Rupp is a certified dog trainer (ATN) and specialises in canine relaxation training. She dedicates herself to dogs with special needs and the training of livestock guardian dogs as family dogs.
She is the perfect addition to this course, providing you with a lot of support, experience and insights!
Together, we will teach you all you need to know about professional Predation Substitute Training!
What you can expect from this course
You understand predatory behaviour and know how to stop uncontrolled chasing in a healthy, reliable and force-free way.
You know how to structure your training-offers to set your clients up for success and lasting change.
You will discover new ways to let dogs express their predatory energy through unique Predation Substitute Games.
You will not only train dogs & their owners, you will also lead them to a stronger bond, enjoyable walks and a happier life together.
Requirements
- Weekly assignments, tasks and case studies posted and worked on in the private course group.
- Assignments contain filming and uploading videos with participant’s own dog or client’s dog (The dog does NOT necessarily have a high prey drive!).
- Participants need solid knowledge of learning theory.
- A minimum of two years and/or 200 hours of experience working force-free with dogs in a training or behavior capacity as the main trainer. Working with your own dog is not enough.
- Pledge to follow the LIMA guidelines of force-free dog training. No prong collars, slip leashes, martingales or ecollars on the dogs.
Is this you? Then we would love to welcome you as a future Predation Substitute Trainer!
What others say about the PST approach
Your Deep-Dive into the 4 essential aspects
of professional Predation Substitute Training
In this Instructor course you will learn how to use the 4 essential aspects of successful Predation Substitute Training and still look at the individual needs of your clients, their dog and your personal training style. It delves much, much deeper into the practical using and teaching of PST than my books or any other courses for dog owners do!
Sign up for the course today and embark on a journey to become the PST Professional in your local area!
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This Instructor course is perfect for you if…
✨ You want to understand predatory behaviour and help dogs and their owners to solve hunting issues in a force-free and fun way
✨ You want to have good answers to your clients reccuring questions about their dog’s predatory behaviour!
✨ You want to learn about Management and Prevention, Predation Substitute Tools & Games and the interruption of Predatory Behavior.
✨ You look for an opportunity to stand out of the competition on the dog training market – with an offer, that’s really in demand!
✨ You search for exact tutorials and training-plans to implement the new methods in your professional work and offers.
This is the only course for professional PST Instructors in 2026!
To offer you the best support, our spots are limited. Secure your seat now!
What’s included in the Instructor Program 2026?
Learn from Leading Expert Simone Mueller
Simone and her team will guide and support you on your way to becoming a PST Professional!
use the 4 aspects of successful PST
Learn everything about our force-free, systematic and holistic training strategy that still looks at the individual needs of your clients and their dogs!
10 Comprehensive Live Sessions:
This course comprises 10 interactive live session modules designed to train you as a professional PST Instructor.
Support & Exclusive Group
In our members area you can connect with other participants, discuss cases and ask questions. We will be there to help you get most out of this course!
Workbooks & Articles:
Reinforce your learning with practical workbooks and insightful articles, enhancing your understanding and implementation.
In-Depth Video Tutorials:
Visual learning made easy! Watch and follow along as Simone guides you through every step of the process.
Livecalls & Self-paced learning
Besides our weekly live sessions you are going to self-study and implement what you have learned. See requirements.
Useful for Diverse Dog Breeds & Types:
No matter the dog’s background or age, PST is universally adaptable. Learn from examples spanning over different breeds and types.
Save your spot on our Instructor-List
Get listed on our website as an professional PST Instructor and become a go-to-person for dogguardians looking for help!
Instructor Certificate
Upon successfully completing the course, you’ll be awarded a well-deserved PST Instructor certificate.
Client-ready Resources
You’ll get resources to use with your clients, like handouts, workbooks, plans,…
Bonus (Worth over $600)
You get full access to “Call Off The Chase”, the comprehensive PST Master Course with tons of additional materials and insights.
Sign up for the Instructor Course 2026 now
And say goodbye to frustration and helplessness when it comes to solving predatory behaviour issues with your clients and their dogs.
Only 50 spots available!
Your Special Deal: Lock in the Lowest Price for the 2026 Instructor Course!
You’ve waited long enough! Save yourself one of only 50 free spots in this course now and get US$ 700 off.
your BONUS gift: Access to the PST Master Course "CALL OFF THE CHASE"
You get full access to “Call Off The Chase”, the comprehensive PST Master Course with tons of additional materials and insights. (Value: Over $600) If you have already purchased Call Off The Chase, you are invited to attend my live-workshop “Oh Deer!”.
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A one-time payment of
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Save US$ 700
3, 6 or 12 monthly payments available
Multiple currencies available — simply choose yours at checkout.
This course by Simone Mueller, the founder of Predation Substitute Training and renowned expert in Predation Substitute Training.
Simone’s force-free solutions are designed to create a happy and healthy bond between dogs and their humans, without the need for any harmful techniques.
Her goal is to empower dog professionals around the world by providing them with useful and force-free solutions to predatory behaviour issues in dogs.
That’s what the PST Instructor Program is made for. And you can join us now!
This is the only course for professional PST Instructors in 2026!
To offer you the best support, our spots are very limited.
And they are filling up quickly – last year within days.
So please don’t wait and save your seat now!
FAQ
What you need to know
Is the PST approach for wildlife only or can it help with cats in the home or car chasing?
The PST Instructor Course provides you with training skills for wildlife encounters, but some information could be theoretically applied to your pets as well. However, our PST methods are not specifically tailored for that purpose.
What are the conditions to use 'Certified PST Instructor' in my dredentials?
– Attending the live sessions and/or active participation in the group
– uploading required training videosfor assessment
– completion of case studies
Does it offer CEUs (Continuing Education Units)?
Yes, please let us know the organisation that you need CEUs for.
Is there in-person support or review of videos? Is there any contact available if we have questions as we work through the course?
Yes, absolutely! You will be invited to our exclusive PST Instructor group. That’s our space for personal support, exchange, discussions, networking and feedback on your questions and videos! On top of that, you will receive individual feedback on your training videos to perfect your handling skills.
Can PST be applied as a preventative?
Absolutely! It perfect to start training before your clients dog has evolved a high interest in predatpory behaviour. That makes things much easier for all of you.
Is access to the course limited in time?
The course content will be available as long as it exists.However, there is a date on on the final assessment.
Is there a payment plan?
Yes, you can pay in 3, 6 or 12 monthly instalments. Multiple currencies are available — simply choose yours at checkout.
When will the Instructor course start?
The first course module will be released on October 23, 2026. Our first Live Call will be on Monday, October 26, 2026.
The next Instructor course ist planned for late 2026.
What will I learn in the course that is not in your books?
This course goes much deeper than the books or other courses. As we offer this course to professionals only, our informations, feedbacks and discussions are at a higher level. We delve into much more detail, the videos and video-feedbacks make the methods visually comprehensible and aid in applying them even better in your daily work as a dog pro! 🐶
Is PST appropriate for use with reactive dogs/dog encounters?
Although some content may be helpful, I don’t recommend using PST for this issue. There are more suitable solutions and protocols, like BAT (Behaviour Adjustment Training).
If a dog has once caught and/or killed an animal, would PST still help?
Yes, absolutely! PST can be very helpful for clients with this unpleasant and sad prior experience. Every dog can learn PST and it’s never too late to regain control and enjoy your walks again.
Will this course be offered again at a later date?
Yes, for sure. But not before autumn of 2027 and not at the same price point.
I have already purchased 'Call off the Chase' and/or 'Oh Deer!'.
If you’re looking for an in-depth experience and wish to become a certified PST instructor, this course is the perfect fit for you.
Pparticipants in the Instructor Course receive complimentary access to my PST Master Course, “Call Off The Chase,” serving as an additional resource for fundamental PST information. If you’ve previously purchased this course, we extend an invitation to shadow our live workshop, “Oh Deer!”.
How and when can I access the content of the course?
You will receive a new module and a live session every week for the 10 weeks of the course.
Is there a guarantee that I will achieve specific results by completing the course?
There is no guarantee of success, as results depend on participants’ implementation and perseverance.
How can I reach out for assistance if I have further questions on the course?
For any questions or issues, contact us at team@predation-substitute-training.com.
