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Pawtastic Dog Training

Fun · Engaging · Reward-based

Become your dog's advocate in a human world.

Pawtastic Dog Training helps you build an understanding relationship with your dog through fun, engaging, reward-based training backed by science. Helping you become your dog's voice.

Sophie sitting in golden evening light with her black Labrador

IMDT Student Trainer

Cert IV Animal Behaviour & Training (in progress)

Police checked Fully insured Pet first aid certified Working breed experience Reward-based methods

Be Pawtastic

Training taught to last

Dogs want to be dogs! My job is to help you understand your dog and set realistic, achievable goals that lead to lasting success. Together, we'll build skills through clear communication, trust, and consistency! Making training enjoyable for both you and your dog

Fun

If it feels like a chore, neither of you will stick with it. Sessions are built around play, games and setting ourselves up to succeed. For the dog and the human.

Engaging

Great training starts with a great relationship. We focus on building engagement so your dog chooses to pay attention to you through trust, consistency, and fun. Not because they have to, but because they want to.

Reward-based

Backed by science, kind by design. We reward the behaviour we want to see more of, because dogs repeat what works for them.

Sophie with a dog during a one-on-one training session

What I offer

One-on-one consultations, built around your dog

Every dog is different, so every session is too. We work together — you, me and your dog — on the real-life skills that matter most to your household, with a clear plan to keep practising between sessions.

Puppies Adolescent dogs Basic manners Lead walking Recall Confidence building Engagement & focus Training foundations Owner education

Sessions & pricing

Let's start your training journey

Initial In-Home Consultation

$150

Start your training journey with a personalized one-on-one consultation in the comfort of your own home. Every dog and family is different, so we'll work together to create a realistic training plan tailored to your goals, your lifestyle, and your dog's individual needs.

This session includes:

  • A discussion of your training goals and challenges
  • Assessment of your dog's behaviour and environment
  • Hands-on training and coaching
  • A personalised plan to continue your progress at home
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One-on-One Training Package

4 Sessions – $480 Save $120

Continue building your dog's skills with four personalised follow-up sessions. We'll progress at a pace that suits you and your dog, building confidence, reliability, and lasting results through positive, reward-based training.

Outdoor Training Sessions

Already trained with Pawtastic?

Once you've completed your initial in-home consultation, you can book one-on-one outdoor training sessions in a quiet, real-world environment. These sessions help your dog practise their skills around everyday distractions while continuing to build confidence and reliability.

Get in touch to learn more or book your next session.

“I love nothing more than helping people to love life with their dogs”

Is this you?

Our training is perfect for:

Training should feel safe, clear, and empowering for everyone involved.

  • Puppies in their critical learning phase (8–12 weeks)
  • Owners looking for fun, practical techniques to improve their dog's behaviour
  • Owners who look forward to practising at home so they can get better results sooner
  • Owners looking for personalised attention and ongoing support — whether you need help at home, have questions, or want to ensure you're training the right way, we're here to guide you every step of the way.
A Pawtastic training adventure out in nature

Hello! Meet Sophie

The human on the other end of the lead

I always knew I wanted to work with dogs. From growing up with family dogs to dreaming of becoming a veterinarian, advocating for dogs has always been something I'm passionate about. Pawtastic Dog Training is everything I've learned and continue to learn, rolled into one promise: training that's kind, clear, and genuinely fun.

Meet Sophie
Sophie getting a happy kiss from a German Shepherd in a red harness

Follow along

Pawtastic pups, fresh from Instagram

@pawtastic.petsittingtas
Trainer working with a German Shepherd on a long lead Trainer relaxing on a bench with a group of dogs Happy staffy smiling up at the camera on the grass Dog being safely loaded into the Pawtastic van Happy German Shepherd with tongue out Two cavoodles posing together on a rock

Ready to become your dog's voice?

Book a one-on-one consultation and let's build the confident, connected partnership you and your dog deserve.

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