Personalised Care for Sustainable Behavioural Change
Our approach is grounded in current ethological research and positive reinforcement methodologies, enabling guardians to address complex challenges with clarity and consistency.
Through individualised treatment plans, each session integrates systematic observation, data analysis, and caregiver education to facilitate measurable progress while safeguarding the animal’s physical and emotional well-being. We design personalised plans that are suited to your needs as individuals.
Our 1 to 1 Services
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Initial Training Consultation
Cost: $199
Location: in home
Duration: 1 hour
This service is for dogs and their humans wanting to build skills such as loose lead walking, recall, relaxing around the home, and more.
Detailed plans provided following the session are fully personalised and tailored to your training goals.
NOTE: this service is not for dogs with significant behaviour concerns like generalised anxiety, separation anxiety, reactivity, or aggression.
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Initial Behaviour Consultation
Cost: $299
Location: in home
Duration: 1.5-2 hours
Note: this is a referral service that can only be booked following a consultation with the dog’s regular veterinarian.
This service is to support with more complex behaviour problems like generalised anxiety, separation anxiety, aggression, resource guarding, reactivity, and more. Veterinary referral is required to ensure that relevant medical investigations have been conducted prior to behaviour support.
Please get in contact if you are unsure which service is for you.
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Initial Service Dog Candidate Assessment
Cost: $249
Location: in home and/or a public place on a case by case basis
Duration: 1 hour
This service is for humans exploring options surrounding service/assistance dog training. It is recommended that the dog already has training basics prior to booking of this service, and does not display any signs of fear/anxiety when out in public.
Lindsey will provide an assessment around skills, temperament, and potential for providing assistance.
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Training Follow Up Consultation
Cost: $119
Location: in home
Duration: 1 hour
Note: you must have completed an Initial Training Consultation prior to booking a follow up session.
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Behaviour Follow Up Consultation
Cost: $149
Location: in home
Duration: 1 hour
Note: you must have completed an Initial Behaviour Consultation prior to booking a follow up session.
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Service Dog Follow Up Consultation
Cost: $149
Location: in home/in public space
Duration: 1 hour
Note: you must have completed an Initial Service Dog Candidate Assessment prior to booking a follow up session.
“Lindsey took the time to really observe our dog, listen to our concerns and understand our situation before creating a training approach that was customised specifically to our needs. She was super friendly, patient and incredibly helpful throughout the whole process.
We really appreciated how practical and easy to follow her advice was, and we’ve already seen such positive changes.
We highly recommend Lindsey to anyone looking for someone who genuinely takes the time to understand your dog and their individual needs. Thank you so much, Lindsey!”
-- Lauren Gill
Our Group Training Services
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Puppy Pre-School
Cost: $219
Location: Alligator Creek (exact address sent on booking)
Duration: 4 weeks
Requirements: puppies from 8-16 weeks that have received at least their first vaccinations. Proof will be required on attendance at first session
Class numbers: 5 puppies max.
The first 14 weeks are a crucial socialisation period, making early positive experiences incredibly important. Our Puppy Pre-school provides carefully managed socialisation helping puppies learn appropriate social skills while building confidence around people, dogs and new environments.
Alongside socialisation, puppies develop practical skills to help them grow into confident, happy and well-adjusted dogs. We also explore common concerns surrounding toilet training, crate training, or any other questions you may have!
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Beyond Puppy
Cost: $219
Location: Alligator Creek (exact address sent on booking)
Duration: 4 weeks
Requirements: 16 weeks +, vaccination record to be presented at first session, no behavioural concerns. If you have any behavioural concerns please contact us for advice regarding the best service for you.
Class numbers: 5 max.
Missed the 16 week cut off for pre-school? Just graduated pre-school and wondering what next? This service is for you. In Beyond Puppy we review some of the basics from pre-school then progress to extend them further with relaxation skills, controlled calm interactions with others on lead, managing emotions, and developing confidence through pattern games.
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Life Skills
Cost: $249
Location: Alligator Creek (exact address sent on booking)
Duration: 4 weeks
Requirements: adolescent/adult dogs 16 weeks +, vaccination record to be presented at first session. This class allows for dogs that are finding it challenging to relax, manage arousal or focus on their human.
Class numbers: 4 max.
Is your dog finding it challenging to relax? Do they often become overexcited and struggle to come down from that? Are they not focusing on you as much as you would like them to? If the answer is yes to any of these questions then the Life Skills course is for you. Limited to 4 dogs this course focuses on developing calm, relaxed behaviours with skills you can practice at home and transfer to other locations.
“I really enjoyed your class this morning and thanks for the workbook. Was great to be able to get my boy out and about in a managed environment where you adapted to where each dog and handler was at as an individual team. Kudos to you.”
-- Leisa Cassidy
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQs or reach out anytime.
If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and book.
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We offer a range of solutions designed to meet your needs—whether you're welcoming a new puppy or facing challenges with your older dog. Everything is tailored to help you develop your relationship with your dog with clarity and confidence.
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We combine a thoughtful, individualised approach with clear communication and reliable results. Lindsey has studied Clinical Animal Behaviour at a Masters degree level at one of the top Vet Schools in the United Kingdom. We are more than just a dog training business, we work with complex behaviour cases in conjunction with veterinarians to enact lasting behavioural change.
Additionally, Lindsey has over 10 years experience as a secondary school teacher. She specialises in involving the whole family with behaviour plans.
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Reach out through our contact form—Lindsey will walk you through the options and answer any questions along the way.
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Training focusses on teaching skills and behaviours, whereas behaviour support involves an in-depth analysis of the emotions, environment, and learning history contributing to a problem behaviour.
Behaviour consultations are conducted following veterinary referral. We ask that you see your vet regarding a behaviour concern to ensure that the dog is physically healthy before implementing any behaviour plans.
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A wide range of concerns including puppy training, adolescent behaviours, pulling excessively on the lead, improving recall, reactivity, anxiety, separation-related problems, resource guarding, aggression, and more.
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We ask that you see your vet regarding a behaviour concern to ensure that the dog is physically healthy before implementing any behaviour plans.
Studies show that a high proportion of behaviour cases have pain as a contributing factor. We just want to ensure any plans don’t exacerbate any underlying issues.
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We use strictly rewards-based training methods. Our focus is on understanding why a behaviour is happening and teaching your dog what we would like them to do instead.
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Lindsey will take time to understand your dog’s life history, learning history, environment, and the context of the behaviour problem. Practical and manageable strategies will be discussed and practised during the session. You will then receive a detailed personalised report following the session. Lindsey will liaise with your vet if applicable.
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We offer both options depending on your location, circumstances, your dog’s needs, and the type of behaviour you are working on.