WELL ANIMAL INSTITUTE / ONLINE EDUCATION

Animal care is your passion.
Make it your skill.

Specialized online education in anesthesia-free canine teeth cleaning, combining oral-health fundamentals, hands-on technique concepts, and practical business knowledge.

ONLINE COURSEWORK90-DAY STUDY WINDOWCOURSE COMPLETION CERTIFICATE
FORMATOnlineWritten lessons + videos
STUDY WINDOW90 daysComplete the coursework
ASSESSMENTFinal testPlus required video + photos
FURTHER LEARNINGOptional5-day hands-on experience
01 / OUR ONLINE PROGRAM

Focused training.
A thoughtful approach.

Learn the fundamentals behind canine oral wellness and non-anesthetic teeth cleaning—with coursework that looks beyond technique to responsible animal care and the realities of planning a business.

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01

Understand canine oral health

Build familiarity with anatomy, physiology, tooth disease, and recognizing when veterinary evaluation is needed.

THE FOUNDATION
02

Explore care techniques

Study hand-scaling concepts, record keeping, and considerations for working with dogs of different temperaments.

THE PRACTICE
03

Learn business fundamentals

Explore business planning, branding, insurance considerations, marketing, and other topics involved in a service business.

THE NEXT STEP
W.KNOWLEDGE • WELLNESS • RESPONSIBILITY
02 / WHY RESPONSIBLE CARE MATTERS

Good care starts with knowing when to refer.

Understanding canine oral health means recognizing the limits of anesthesia-free care. Some dental problems require veterinary examination, diagnostic imaging, anesthetic dentistry, or treatment that falls outside non-anesthetic cleaning.

Our educational philosophy centers on animal well-being and the importance of knowing when to involve a veterinarian.

How the program works
03 / THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE

Your path, clearly outlined.

01

Get to know the course

Review the curriculum, tuition, equipment needs, and professional requirements relevant to your location.

02

Learn online

Work through written instruction and videos during the 90-day course completion window.

03

Demonstrate learning

Complete the online test and submit the required scaling video and before-and-after mouth photographs.

04

Plan your next step

Upon successful completion, receive a course completion certificate. Optional hands-on learning is available for a separate fee.

04 / TUITION & NEXT STEPS

Invest in learning
with clear expectations.

We believe you should know what is included, what comes next, and what additional expenses to plan for before enrolling.

A certificate of completion confirms completion of this course. It is not a veterinary license or permission to perform regulated services. Check the laws and requirements where you intend to work.

ONLINE PROGRAM TUITION
$3,800
90-day online course
Written lessons & video courseworkIncluded
Final test & submission reviewIncluded
Course equipmentPurchased separately
Optional five-day hands-on trainingAdditional $2,000
Review enrollment & forms

Published tuition and options are shown for planning. Confirm all current terms, eligibility, fees, and required documents before payment.

05 / GOOD TO KNOW

Questions before you begin?

Here are a few important details. For admissions or course-specific questions, please contact the institute.

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Is the program completed online?
Yes. The current course includes written online studies and videos. The separate five-day, in-person experience is optional and carries an additional fee.
How long do I have to complete it?
The published online course completion window is 90 days. Contact the institute about timing or enrollment questions.
What is required to receive the certificate?
The published requirements include an online final test, a submitted video demonstrating hand scaling, and before-and-after photographs showing the inside and outside of the mouth.
Does this course authorize independent veterinary dental practice?
No. A course completion certificate is not a veterinary license and does not override local restrictions. Animal dental regulations differ by location, so prospective students should check the rules governing services where they plan to practice.
WELL ANIMAL INSTITUTE

A better-informed future
in animal care starts here.

Explore the program, understand the requirements, and take your next step with confidence.

Well Animal Institute · Questions? info@k-9smiles.com · 303-654-0560