Fear-free dog training in Melbourne, built on trust, science, and 20 years of experience.
Imagine walking your dog feeling calm and confident. Or having visitors over without the chaos.
How to Train a Dog offers one-on-one behavioural training that makes life with your dog easier — for both of you.
In-home sessions from $175. We come to you — get in touch and I’ll send a tailored session plan and pricing within 48 hours.
What we do
I work with dogs of all ages and backgrounds, from puppies learning the basics to dogs with complex concerns — anxiety, reactivity, separation distress, aggression, or just pulling so hard walks have stopped being enjoyable. Whether you’re dealing with jumping, barking, destructive behaviour, or you’ve had a referral from your vet, I’ve likely seen it before. Sessions are held at your home, or nearby in the street, park, or a café — wherever makes most sense for your dog’s needs.
Training is gentle, ethical, and grounded in current behavioural science — as recommended by the Australian Veterinary Association.
I can help with
Pulling on lead · lunging or barking · jumping · anxiety and fear · separation anxiety · destructive behaviour · coming when called · over-excitement · arrival of a new baby, dog, or puppy · basic training · referrals from your vet or veterinary behaviourist
One-on-one sessions tailored to you
Every session is personally catered to you and your dog — whether you need help with everyday skills, a specific behaviour concern, or you’re preparing for a new puppy before they even come home. I work closely with vets and veterinary behaviourists where needed to make sure your dog gets the right support.
Why How to Train a Dog?
• 20 years qualified experience in the field
• Force-free, fear-free methods endorsed by the Australian Veterinary Association
• Fear Free Certified
• Delta qualified: Certificate IV in Companion Animal Management Services (2007)
• Listed approved trainer with MindDog Australia
• Member of the Pet Professional Guild Australia and the Association of Pet Dog Trainers Australia
• Committed to ongoing education and current best practice
• Able to work as part of a team with your vet or veterinary behaviourist
Ready to get started? Write to How to Train a Dog now or call 0401 405 050.
Get a personalised quote within 48 hours — reach out and I’ll send a tailored session plan and pricing based on your dog’s needs, no obligation.
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, Preston, Richmond, Ripponlea, Southbank, South Melbourne, South Yarra, St Kilda, Thornbury, Toorak, West Melbourne, Windsor.
Charlie’s wonderful nature and expertise and the positive training road she took with Banjo have helped us within weeks to have a happy puppy, speedily responsive to all his lessons…
Marcia, Caulfield NortH
I can’t recommend her highly enough!
