One-on-one training tailored to you, your dog, and your everyday life — because good training should actually work in the real world.
What’s involved
Personal consultations consider your dog’s particular age, breed and situation. The goal is to train you in how to understand and help your dog using fun, gentle, modern methods — kept current through annual conferences and workshops. If you’re time-poor, I’ll assess your needs and focus on the skills that will make the biggest difference in your situation.
Sessions are 1–1.5 hours and can include a personalised training plan, a follow-up phone call at around two weeks, and an email check-in at four weeks. You’re also welcome to get in touch for support at any point in between. Sessions are available in your home across Melbourne’s inner and suburban areas, or online. Follow-up sessions can also be split into two 30-minute online consults at no extra cost.
If you’re outside my service area I’m happy to refer you to a qualified trainer near you.
Common training concerns
Toilet training · jumping · pulling on lead · basic training · nuisance barking · coming when called · over-excitement · destructive behaviour · resource guarding · arrival of a new baby or puppy · two dogs in the home · newly adopted dog
If your dog is showing aggression, fear, reactivity, or significant anxiety, please start with a Behaviour Consultation — this ensures your first session is properly tailored to a more complex case.
Training packages
Save when you book multiple sessions: 3 x 1hr Program (save $135) · 5 x 1hr Program (save $225). Packages are a great option if you’re working through several concerns or want consistent progress over a few weeks — get in touch for pricing and to book.
Programs can be repeated as many times as useful for ongoing progress — just get in touch to book another round.
Online sessions
Online consultations are available and have proven just as effective as in-person sessions for many clients. Follow-up sessions can be split into two 30-minute online consults — a great way to check in and make sure progress is on track.
A note on choosing a dog trainer
There is very little regulation in the pet industry — unfortunately anyone can call themselves a dog trainer regardless of qualification or methods. When choosing a trainer, always ask about qualifications, experience, and training methods. If you hear words like “dominance,” “alpha,” “leader of the pack,” or “balanced training,” you are not hearing modern, science-based methods. How to Train a Dog is happy to refer you to a qualified trainer or class — just get in touch.
Areas covered
How to Train a Dog works across Melbourne’s southern, northern, and inner suburbs: Abbotsford, Albert Park, Alphington, Armadale, Balaclava, Beacon Cove, Brighton, Burnley, Carlton, Caulfield, CBD, Collingwood, Cremorne, East Melbourne, Elsternwick, Elwood, Fairfield, Fitzroy, Glen Huntly, Hawthorn, Kew, Malvern, Middle Park, Northcote, North Melbourne, Parkville, Port Melbourne, Prahran, Richmond, Ripponlea, Southbank, South Melbourne, South Yarra, St Kilda, Thornbury, Toorak, West Melbourne, Windsor.
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