Who is a cynologist? What does the cynologist do? Features of the profession of dog handler

Who is a cynologist? Believe me, this is not just a profession. This is a calling, a way of life, a call of the soul. About the qualities that a cynologist should possess, what this specialist does, where and how the training takes place, read in the article.

Can a dog breeder be called a cynologist?

Judge for yourself. Who is a dog breeder? It's a man holding a dog at home. He takes care of the animal, feeds, walks, combs, makes vaccinations. It's a dog lover. And who is the cynologist? This is a specialist. And graduated. With specialization. For example, on training or on examination. In short, a dog breeder differs from a cynologist in the same way as a pupil from a professor at the institute. One is only at the beginning of the journey, the other is already a professional. Moreover, it is quite possible that an amateur will someday become a good cynologist.

"Knights without fear"

Let's start, perhaps, with the officialdom. To the question: "Who is a cynologist?" Modern literature and reference books respond approximately like this: "This is a specialist engaged in breeding and rearing (training) of dogs."

And it seems to be all right, but somehow very very dry and scant. A cynologist is a knight without fear. And in a figurative sense, and in direct. If you really consider the exact meaning, then initially "Ritter" (German) meant a mounted heavy-armed soldier. The complete equipment of the cynologist really reminds knightly equipment - during work the whole body must be protected. Otherwise, the instructor-cynologist may suffer (especially in the first stages of training). Protective clothing is called dresscoat. Most often it is needed by the people involved in the preparation of dogs according to the ZKS program, IPO, etc.

"But if the equestrian means, on a horse! "- you will say. And you will be right. Today the expression "on horseback" means "fully armed". In order to be invulnerable, apart from fearlessness, care, knowledge, confidence and ... absolute contact with the dog are necessary. After all, who such a cynologist really? This is a person who understands and feels the dog. Agree - a good cynologist on the template system will not work. He really feels the animal and is able to predict its further actions. The real instructor will pick up the key to any dog.

Features of the profession

What should a cynologist do? What does this person do? Perhaps, it is necessary to list first the main directions in cynology:

• Sentry;

• Patronage;

• Driving;

• Shepherd;

• Hunting;

• Decorative;

• Service.

Typically, the cynologists specialize in some particular of them. From the direction of work depends on what the specialist does. This can be, for example, breeding dogs. Here you need to clearly know the genetics and general issues of veterinary medicine, to understand the exteriors of the breed.

It may seem that breeding dogs is not a simple matter. However, the opinion is very, very erroneous. A person who does not understand this issue will definitely harm the breed, a good cynologist will only improve it. Or he will deduce a new one, devoting his whole life to his work.

The work of the instructor-instructor is related to the training (education) of dogs: training teams, instilling obedience, correcting behavior problems. Such specialists can work in clubs of dog breeding, in the police, in nurseries. Private practice is also possible.

Direction of training can be any. Not only service dogs are capable of carrying a service . For example, those spaniels could point to sources of harmful mold in homes. Or be a dog therapist. Do not be surprised - there is healing cynology. It is also called dog therapy. It is shown to children suffering from various neurological ailments (cerebral palsy, Down's syndrome).

Communication with dogs helps to develop memory and emotionality, improve coordination of movements. This was said by psychiatrist Levinson (1961). Shaggy therapists are able to take people out of a coma. Unfortunately, in our country canistherapy in its development makes only the first steps. I want to believe that the good shaggy healers of souls will become much more. In some large cities, specialized cynological centers specializing in canister therapy have already been opened. Many cynologists help shelters for dogs, creating, if possible, comfortable conditions for tailed guests and building them in really good hands.

Activities

From the chosen direction will depend on the narrow specialization of further work:

- work with dogs with some specific genotype;

- training dogs for specific purposes (specialized or narrow training), such as guides, rescue dogs, guard dogs, detective dogs, dogs for drug search, etc .;

- the instruction of beginning dog breeders.

Place of work

Where does the dog therapist work most often? What a specialist on dogs does, we have already found out. Now we know where their services are most often required.

Most of all the profession of a cynologist is needed in the Internal Affairs Directorate (policeman-cynologist), at the border, at the customs, in nurseries and kennel centers (clubs, offices). Really good specialists in the field of dog breeding, unfortunately, a little.

Therefore, if you can prove yourself as a knowledgeable and versed in the specifics of a cynologist (or instructor), you will always have a job. The profession of a cynologist is in demand all the time.

Required qualities

It's not enough just to love dogs. And the profile education is also not enough. A cynologist must possess certain qualities: patience, purposefulness, perseverance, observance, good self-control, ability to lightning reactions. And the latter quality is no less important than all the others.

For example, when working out the elements of the ZKS, called simply a guard in the common people, one can expect any reaction of the dog. Especially if it's only the first classes. Not always dogs go (bite, grab) for a special grip or a training sleeve, which the instructor puts forward. Some animals "cunning", noting for the attack the most vulnerable place. Some can rush to their feet, others - to the throat. Imagine what the training might end if the cynologist even loses vigilance for a second and becomes confused.

Physical training is very important . The work of the cynologist takes a lot of effort, so people unprepared quickly get tired and even give up this occupation. The pace of work is so high that dozens of people who want to learn this difficult profession remain. And only a few become real professionals. In addition, the cynologists "live" on the training grounds. Do not think that the instructor is working on the schedule "from eight to twelve." These are frequent trips, fees, seminars, retraining courses, competitions, rallies. The work of a cynologist is a way of life.

Can a girl become a cynologist?

Of course, if she has the qualities listed above. Moreover, female cynologists are now more and more. Stereotypes have long been broken. Yes, and observations prove: a female voice the dog perceives better than the male. Although there are serious and long disputes on this issue. However, the fact that the female cynologist is not inferior to the male instructor (of course, with the same knowledge, training and experience) is already a fact.

Training (courses of dog handlers)

If you already have a dog and you are registered in the cynology department, try to contact his supervisor. As a rule, serious clubs are engaged in training of narrow specialists - instructors-dog handlers, experts.

Training is conducted either on the basis of offices, or with departure to another city (in the direction). At the end of the course exams are taken and only then a degree is given that indicates the level of training of the cynologist.

If it is a question of training with higher education, it is worth considering such centers as: FSIN (Law Institute, Voronezh); FSIN (Law College, Perm); Border institutions in the cities of Khabarovsk, Moscow, Kaliningrad, Golitsyno, Kurgan.