Hi, my name's Mark and I'm a qualified Dog Trainer and Canine Psychologist based in Cairns, FNQ and over the last 30 years I've trained, owned, rescued and rehabilitated dogs of all breeds and sizes.

I offer a Personal Dog Training service and fix problems such as lead pulling, reactivity to other dogs, barking, recall and anti-social behaviour, to help you and your dog live a happier life. With my help, you'll be able to break the cycle of over-excitement and calm your dog so it can focus on YOU. This will increase your confidence and creates ongoing positive change. Group training is great for certain dogs, but it can't offer the individual focus that's required to correct a problem, plus some dogs don't do well in a group situation with lots of other dogs around. That's why I come to you and work totally focussed, one-on-one at your home. ​

If you want to use a shock collar, choke chain or slip lead, then I'm not the man for you. I follow RSPCA approved cruelty-free training at all times because if you can truly communicate and bond with your dog, then they'll be obedient because they'll want to make you happy. It's as simple as that.

My method is to take a holistic view of your dog, including their health, their environment, the dog's personality and your level of experience, to develop a focussed training strategy which is tailored to best fit your dog's temperament and your family dynamic. I don't lock you into a programme of sessions, instead I teach you dog psychology and canine communication techniques, develop a program and provide everything for you in writing. In the majority of cases, only one or two sessions with me is necessary.

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