Dog Training Schools and Trainers in Australia

795 dog training schools and trainers across Australia, ranked by local votes. Pick a city to narrow it down.

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Ace's Academy 4 Dogs
Melbourne

Ace's Academy 4 Dogs

By appointment only · Carrum Downs · VIC 3201

Aces Academy 4 Dogs, would like to show you how you can achieve that rewarding experience with your fellow canine family member. Whether it's a brand new puppy, a mature dog or maybe it's a whole new…

Dog TrainingPuppy TrainingDog WalkingPet Care
Top Dog Academy
North Coast

Top Dog Academy

By appointment only · Casuarina · NSW 2487

Top Dog Academy has over 35 years of dog handling experience. Top Dog Academy is nationally accredited in dog training and behaviour and offers Puppy pre school programs, Group obedience classes,…

Education and TuitionDog Training Schools and Trainersdog obediencedog school
The K9 Centre: Gold Coast
Gold Coast

The K9 Centre: Gold Coast

By appointment only · Guanaba · QLD 4210

K9 Centre Gold Coast offers its K9 Smart� Dog and Puppy Training Programs for canine owners throughout the Gold Coast region. We offer "In-Home Dog Training" to fix all your unwanted doggie problems.…

K9 Smart Dog & Puppy Training ClassesK9 Home SmartIn Home TrainingK9 Board Smart Training
Pet Pals
Melbourne

Pet Pals

By appointment only · Patterson Lakes · VIC 3197

Qualified Dog Trainer - Delta Society Australia Dog Training Puppy School & Dog School Private Consultations Owner Education Dog Lead walk training Off leash recall training Dog Breed Pre-purchase…

Sitdropstay: Trinity Park
Cairns

Sitdropstay: Trinity Park

By appointment only · Trinity Park · QLD 4879

Sitdropstay are specialists in correcting and modifying dog behaviour problems. Whether its barking, jumping, pulling, not listening, running away, aggression, nervousness, or any other problem, WE…

happy dog who listens!
Farmer Dave Dog Centre
Sydney

Farmer Dave Dog Centre

By appointment only · Box Hill · NSW 2765

The Farmer Dave Dog Centre is a purpose built Centre for Dogs and their Owners to enjoy their full potential in a safe fun environment, with the Southern Hemisphere's first DockDogs Facility, the…

Set on 9 beautiful acresSighthound Lure CoursingDockDogsTreibball
Bark Busters: Blue Mountains
Blue Mountains

Bark Busters: Blue Mountains

By appointment only · Hazelbrook · NSW 2779

Puppy Training Our customised puppy management programmed includes fast track toilet training, general obedience, walking to heel, sit / stay, teaching not to jump up, stopping mouthing, chewing and…

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One on One Dog Training
Brisbane

One on One Dog Training

By appointment only · Cashmere · QLD 4500

At One on One Dog Training, I am committed to meet the needs of your dog with your best interests in mind. Offering training tailored to your dog and your needs, you will follow in the footsteps of…

Re-homed rescue dogs.Private playdate.
Custom Companions
Geelong

Custom Companions

By appointment only · Lara · VIC 3212

Custom Companions is owned and run by qualified Geelong dog trainer and behaviour therapist, Deb Fratantaro. With her many years of experience, Deb will come to your home and help you with your dog…

Education and TuitionDog Training Schools and Trainersdog obediencedog school
Mount Gambier Trialing Team
South East

Mount Gambier Trialing Team

By appointment only · Mount Gambier · SA 5290

Basic Dog Obedience Training, Advanced Dog Obedience Training. Dog Agility and Dog Jumping Training for Fun. Dog Obedience Training for Trialing - CCD, CD, CDX, UD, and UDX. Dog Agility and Dog…

All Classes of ObedienceCCDCDXUD and UDX. Socialisation Classes.
Ozdogtrainer
Sunshine Coast

Ozdogtrainer

By appointment only · Buderim · QLD 4556

I was a Police Dog Handler with the Queensland Police Service, in Australia for 14 years and I was actually a police officer for 18 years. During my 14 years as a Police Dog Handler, I handled 4…

The K9 Centre: Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast

The K9 Centre: Sunshine Coast

By appointment only · Marcoola · QLD 4564

The K9 Centre Sunshine Coast offers its K9 CalmSmart Dog and Puppy Training programs to all dog owners in all suburbs on the Sunshine Coast Qld. With the K9 Centres professional pet dog training…

Personal ServicesBoarding KennelsDog Day CareDog Boarding
Vern Ryan's Pet Resort
Ballarat

Vern Ryan's Pet Resort

By appointment only · Balliang East · VIC 3340

At Vern Ryan's Pet Resort your pet is as important to us as our own. We at Vern Ryan's Pet Resort are extremely proud of our modern facility which opened in 1999. Accumulating from 10 years of…

Dog BoardingCat BoardingDog Behavioral IssuesGod Obedience Training
Good Dog Behaviour
South East

Good Dog Behaviour

By appointment only · Yankalilla · SA 5203

I have worked professionally with animals since the late 1970s, for the RSPCA, owned and operated dog boarding and training kennels trained and supplied dogs for the film industry and also for…

Education and TuitionDog Training Schools and Trainersdog obediencedog school
AJ's Dog Training
Sydney

AJ's Dog Training

By appointment only · Seaforth · NSW 2092

We can assist you in improving your dogs basic obedience skills, address any dog or puppy behaviour problems such as, excessive barking, lead pulling, antisocial behaviours, food aggression and more.…

Education and TuitionDog Training Schools and Trainersdog obediencedog school
In Home Dog Training
Adelaide

In Home Dog Training

By appointment only · Valley View · SA 5093

"In Home Dog Training" provides In Home Training for your dog. With over 30 years experience as dog handler/thinker. Let me come and help your dog, be the best dog they can be.

In Home Dog Training
Oh Do Behave
Adelaide

Oh Do Behave

By appointment only · Ashbourne · SA 5157

Oh Do Behave Canine Training runs a fun and social dog obedience class for dogs and their owners. These non competitive classes include Obedience, Agility, Games and Rally'O' - all designed to build…

Canine Training & BehaviourCanine Myofunctional Therapy
Andy Lea Dog Psychology Training
Brisbane

Andy Lea Dog Psychology Training

By appointment only · Brisbane · QLD 4000

My training uses the psychology of dogs to achieve a calm well behaved happy dog.Even when the owner isn't around.knowing and understanding the psychology of dogs is what true dog whispering is…

Dog Psychology and trainingAfter Puppy schoolNervous dogsChewing
West Torrens Dog Obedience
Adelaide

West Torrens Dog Obedience

By appointment only · Cowandilla · SA 5033

West Torrens Dog Obedience School specialises in Responsible Dog Ownership. With many years experience, we can help dogs of all ages & breeds. Located at the Western Youth Centre, Cowandilla.

10 week basic obedience courseSpecialising in dog socialisationWednesday nights from 7-8pm$60 per dog for the 10 week course
K9 Training Academy: St Marys
Sydney

K9 Training Academy: St Marys

By appointment only · St Marys · NSW 2760

We are a dog training service that provide one on one training, puppy pre-school, junior & adolescent classes. We are a team of two who have 30 years of combined experience in all levels of dog…

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Dog Training Schools and Trainers by region

User guide to Dog Training Schools and Trainers

Most dogs live with people who want them to behave in pleasant ways that would keep their owners entertained and protected. 
Dog training is a process of teaching a dog to perform tricks. The most effective way to train a dog is by giving treats and positive reinforcement. Methods of dog training involve basic obedience training to specialized areas such as law enforcement, military, search and rescue, hunting, working with livestock, assistance to people with disabilities, entertainment, and protection. 
Basic pet obedience consists of six behaviors:

  • Sit
  • Down
  • Stay
  • Come/Here/In
  • Loose-leash walking
  • Heel
  • Standing up without jumping

Basic dog training

  • Basic training classes. Professional dog trainers train the owners of the dogs to train his or her dog. These classes are most effective when the dog is present during training so techniques can be used and reinforced. With regularly enforced rules, training can be successful.
  • Advanced training classes. These classes are provided to dogs that have completed their basic training classes.
  • Individual training. This training program is ideal for dogs that have unique training problems that are not suitable for group training such as aggressiveness and fear of certain situations. 

Understanding and communicating with dogs

Training a dog takes time and patience. A command should always have a tone and a hand motion to make the dogs understand the command quickly. Clarity while demanding what a canine does is of great importance.
Dogs are very expressive and may show what they feel by barking, biting, whining or fidgeting. It is very important to understand the dog's needs and to communicate to the dog what behaviors are correct and what are undesirable. Using signals or words enables the dog to understand them more quickly.

Positive reinforcement can be anything that the dog finds rewarding such as food treats and toys.

How to choose the best dog trainer

  • Research about the best dog training classes in your town.
  • Referrals. Ask for opinion from other people.
  • Ask questions on how the trainer works with dogs and his or her work ethics