Angela's Dog Training
Can't control your dog?​ I help you create a calm, well-behaved dog through clear leadership - usually in the first session.
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In-home dog training across Melbourne, Moonee Valley & surrounding areas
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"Within minutes, my dog was calm - I couldn't believe the difference."
BOOK A SESSION:
CALL, TEXT OR EMAIL ANGELA
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SERVICES
Providing dog and puppy training in Melbourne, Moonee Ponds, Moonee Valley and surrounding areas
I provide three types of sessions:
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- Setting Up Leadership
- Puppy Training
- Follow-up
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These sessions are suitable for everyday dog owners who want a calmer, more manageable dog without complicated training methods.
Setting Up Leadership Sessions
During your first in-home training session, I address all the annoying behavioural issues that your dog is displaying -
Things like barking, jumping up on visitors, chewing the furniture, pulling on the lead, not listening, overexcitement, feeling difficult to manage and anything else that you can think of.
I call this SETTING UP LEADERSHIP
My approach is calm, balanced and consistent, using body language as the main form of communication.
This is something dogs naturally understand, so it allows them to respond easily and without confusion.
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I show you how to set clear behavioural boundaries in the home and this leads to a noticeable shift in your dog's attitude - from boisterous and unsettled to relaxed and focused very quickly.
My first session usually runs for 2-3 hours, but can go longer depending on what happens during the session.
I don't finish until we have resolved the issues, or we have a plan that you are clear and confident to continue with.
Follow-up Sessions
I provide 'Follow-up' sessions if required.
Most people find that they do not require a follow-up session.
I try to structure the training so that you are able to take care of most issues once I leave.
I am essentially training you to train your dog.
I am of course very happy to return to do a 'Follow-up' session if you need one.
Puppy Training Sessions
I provide 'Puppy Training' sessions for puppies of all ages.
I will discuss all aspects of puppy care during this session.
On Going Support
I always provide free ongoing support for any questions or concerns that may arise.
SETTING UP LEADERSHIP
Setting up the leadership in your home is the foundation of everything I do.
It's not about being dominant or forceful.
It's about helping your dog feel calm, safe and clear about what's expected of them.
When that clarity isn't there, many dogs begin to take on more responsibility than they should - pulling on the lead, not listening, reacting to things around them or becoming overexcited.
They're not trying to be difficult; they're simply trying to manage situations themselves.
Most dogs don't actually want that responsibility.
They're far more relaxed when they feel that someone else is calmly in charge.
When leadership is set up clearly and fairly, dogs begin to settle very quickly.
Their anxiety drops, they become more focused and they're much easier to live with.
In my experience, the majority of behavioural problems come back to this foundation not being in place.
Once leadership is established, everything else becomes much simpler.
I show you how to set this up in a practical, straightforward way in the first session, so that you can continue it confidently at home and in more distracting environments.
PUPPY TRAINING
Would you like some personalised advice about how to look after your new puppy?
I can advise you about how to set up your home, feeding, socialising, toilet training, behavioural limits and manners, setting up leadership, preventing separation anxiety, leading, general obedience work and any other issues you may have.
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In my experience many people choose to attend 'puppy school'.
This can be informative and fun, but you will not be taught about how to set up the leadership with your dog.
This is an extremely important part of establishing a good, trusting relationship with your dog.
My training is focused around teaching this.
I then provide ongoing support, seven days a week, by message or phone, for any concerns that may arise.
FEES
$320
SETTING UP LEADERSHIP
(First session)
(2+ hours)
$300
FOLLOW-UP
SESSION
(1-2+ hours)
$320
PUPPY TRAINING
SESSION
(2+ hours)
MOST PEOPLE ONLY NEED ONE SESSION
*Please note a travel fee may apply
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*Session times are approximate - it takes as long as it takes
HAPPY DOG OWNERS
"Thanks Angela. Pepper is such a good boy now.
Just can't imagine how changed he is with your training. Couldn't thank you enough.
We tried puppy schools, we tried dog training schools ??? But what you did was close to a miracle."
Reshma Mathias
"I had Angela come out a few days ago to help me with my very anxious and needy dog Ruby!
I was so amazed that within 10 minutes of Angela being there she had Ruby settled.
I have put into place a few simple tasks to help Ruby with her anxiety and helping her see that I'm in charge and what a difference I can see only after a few days.
Will definitely be having another session with Angela! Highly recommend her!"
Jacquie Margaret
"Angela ...... Thank you for the most amazing training session with Cooper.
Much to my surprise, his response was instantaneous and his behaviour has improved immensely.
Thanks again ....... highly recommend Angela to anyone with concerns regarding these behavioural issues."
Alex Evangelidis
"One week after Angela's visit, Radley's behaviour has improved heaps. His barking outside has pretty much stopped!
No whining to come inside! No scratching at the door! All after only one session with Angela! He still has a little way to go but Angela left us with instructions & is happy for us to phone her anytime.
I can't recommend Angela's Dog Training highly enough. Very reasonable rates too."
Anne Brincat Minniti