Dog Training
Welcome to See Spot Learn.
My name is Emily and I am a qualified dog behaviourist and dog trainer with over 20 years’ experience. I am also registered with various prestigious force- free training organisations.
This is not just a job to me, but a passion. I love that I get to be a part of peoples journeys with their dogs. The smallest moments of achievements are usually the most rewarding, because of knowing how far the dog has come, from when I first assessed them.
I love meeting new people every day and helping them with the challenges they are facing. It’s an amazing feeling to be welcomed into somebody’s home, and being trusted with their pet that they love so much.
I love working with different dogs, seeing so many personalities, and working through the complexities of their behavioural struggles. The best part of my job is problem solving and creating behaviour modification and management plans for families, to help them improve their home environment with their dog.
The biggest love I have is when I see all the hard work paying off!
When you work with me, there are no big egos, no judgement, or attitude. After years of study and experience I have the knowledge to approach each unique situation with understanding and compassion. I am here to help improve the quality of life for you and your dog.
Do you need help with:
- Leash pulling?
- Reactivity on walks?
- No recall (your dog not coming when called)?
- Excessive barking?
- Jumping up?
- Unable to have guests in your home?
- Not ‘listening’?
- Destructive behaviours – chewing on all the wrong things, digging, etc..
- Toileting issues?
- Poor social skills?
- A fearful dog who needs confidence?
You are not alone, I have worked alongside countless families struggling with their dogs behaviour, and helped them live happier lives together using science-based ethical training methods that are effective. Whether you are having problems with your puppy, or older dog, my training programs cater to all dogs at all stages of their lives. I am here with you through the whole journey.
Private dog training sessions with See Spot Learn can help in these ways:
- Teaching you skills to give you the confidence in handling your dog or puppy.
- Learn how to manage your environment to prevent your dog from rehearsing undesirable behaviours.
- Understanding your puppy’s development and fear periods.
- We provide a holistic approach where nutrition, exercise and enrichment complement training.
- Help you learn how to redirect unwanted behaviours, and teach you how to manage situations where it’s impossible to ‘ignore’ your dog.
- Give you skills to build your dogs confidence and emotional resilience.
- Help you teach your dog impulse control to promote calmer behaviour.
- Most importantly, we help build the bond between you and your dog with fun training tasks.
Initial assessment (1 Hour) $220 (ex gst)
The assessment:
- Learning about your dogs history, observing their behaviour to understand the root of the problem.
- You will begin to understand your dog’s behaviour and the underlying emotional drivers.
- Discuss the behaviour, training goals, and managing expectations.
- Creating the training program and environmental management protocols.
- I will answer any questions you may have regarding your dog’s behaviour and well-being
- Learn about your training options
The assessment takes place in the comfort of your home, where I’ll observe and assess your dog behaviour while discussing the challenges you’re experiencing. This allows me to tailor a personalised training and management plan to meet both your needs and your dog’s.
We’ll work through practical hands-on training as well as environmental management to give you the skills to start improving the behaviour and your situation. After the assessment, you’ll receive detailed homework with a step-by-step guide to support you throughout the training process.
Ready to improve the life for you and your dog?
Feel confident that the both of you will learn the new skills you need to manage life events and situations safely so that you can have a better life together.