In Home Dog Training
Getting ready for a new puppy or introducing a second dog to the household?
Have an expert digger or chewer that is driving you crazy?
Rescued a dog that has some special needs?
Have reactive dog that is hard to take out around other dogs?
Have an anxious dog that struggles to be left alone?
Have an over excited or barking dog at home?
There are times where a private, in-home consultation is the best option for you and your dog. These allow the me to see first hand the behaviours where they occur and tailor solutions that will work for you, your dog and your lifestyle.
Common dog behaviours I can help with:
Positive Dog Training
Positive reinforcement dog training is about teaching your dog what you WANT it to be doing, rather than simply scolding it for doing a behaviour you don’t want it to do.
At Switched on Dogs, I believe that:
All dogs can learn, given time and patience
Dog training requires time, commitment and effort
Rewarding good behaviour is more effective than punishment
A dog should have a loving and positive relationship with its' owner, not a fearful one
Over excited dog or excessive barking?
While it is great to know your dog is excited you are home, it’s not so cute when they jump on visitors, knock over kids or bark for attention. I can help restore quiet to the house and calmness to greetings.
Is separation anxiety a problem for your dog?
Dogs are social animals, and some struggle to cope when alone. After a in-home consultation with you, together we can implement strategies and exercises aimed at increasing your dog’s confidence and comfort when alone.
Adopted a rescue dog with special needs?
Adopting a rescue dog can be a wonderful experience, but sometimes they need a little extra care to help them adjust to their new life. It doesn’t matter what was in their past, I want to help you set them up for a bright future.
Introducing a second dog in to your home?
First impressions count, so let me set you up for a lifelong friendship between your furry family members. If you’ve already introduced a new family member, but things aren’t going well, don’t give up! It’s not too late to hope for peace.
I Am Passionate About Puppy Training in Wollongong
Training an animal does not happen overnight but Switched On Dog Training & Behaviours is here to help. I offer private lessons for puppy training in Wollongong and the northern suburbs of the Illawarra, as far as Kiama. Offering private lessons allows me to see your dog exhibiting potentially problematic behaviours in your home. I can then offer a tailored solution that works not only for you but your puppy too.
Why Should I Choose You As My Puppy Trainer?
Although I am a qualified and highly experienced Chemical Engineer, I have always had a passion for animals, owning several and volunteering my time working with others. After 25 years in engineering, I decided to obtain formal qualifications and gain experience as a dog trainer. Switched On Dog Training & Behaviour is my passion brought to life.
The in-home service I offer means that your dog will be trained using force-free training and positive reinforcement according to an individually tailored programme. Just as each dog is different, so are their training needs.
I am well-equipped to deal with a range of behaviours, including dogs with special needs, dogs that dig or chew, or dogs that get over-excited or bark incessantly.
How Will A Dog Trainer Help Me And My Dog?
Do you love your dog, but you can’t seem to find the time to train them? Between your work and family, training keeps getting delayed. Unfortunately, this also means that the unwanted behaviour your dog is showing is not being addressed.
Puppy Training is often repetitive, and you may become frustrated if you don’t see the results you are expecting rapidly. Let me relieve the pressure for you. My knowledge, experience, and qualifications are invaluable in interpreting your dog’s behaviour. I can tailor a private training package to adjust the undesired behaviour and turn it into something more desirable and manageable.
I will demonstrate and explain the most effective ways to respond to your puppy in particular circumstances. You may be surprised to learn that there are occasions where the dog’s undesirable behaviour stems from something you may be doing without noticing.
In addition to these benefits, your puppy will enjoy physical and mental exercise. Not only will I aid in the learning process, but I will contribute to your dog’s mental and physical wellbeing.
I Use Proven, Force-Free Methods for Dog Training
Force-free training is often referred to as positive reinforcement training. My own experience and training have shown me how effective this particular method is. You will also notice how much stronger your relationship with your dog becomes when you start with a solid foundation based on mutual trust.
I start by determining with you what you would like your dog to do and set up an environment where the dog is likely to be successful in this behaviour
I will \ reward your dog with something that they find pleasing, such as praise or a treat, as soon as they have shown the desired behaviour.
Once this has happened often enough, your dog will soon realise that the desired behaviour elicits a positive response, and they will begin to exhibit this behaviour more regularly.
You will not need to punish your dog in any way for undesirable behaviour. In fact, punishment can sometimes lead to aggressive behaviour or make your dog extremely anxious.
Are Your Services Limited to Dog Training in Illawarra?
Although my primary focus is on private in-home lessons, you’ll be pleased to learn that I offer other services too.
As a qualified and experienced dog trainer in Wollongong, I am ideally placed to offer walk training. You may want to take your dog out for walks but cannot because they don’t cooperate or behave. I will collect your dog from your home, train them how to walk, and drop them off after the session. The bonus is that they’ll get good exercise too.
You should walk your dog regularly. I understand that this is not always possible, so I offer a dog walking service. Does your dog bark excessively, or chew and dig? Walk them more often, or take advantage of my dog walking service, and you may be surprised with the results.
All this exercise also means that your dog will sleep better at night, which means you will too.
Don’t Miss Out – Book Your Session for Dog Training in Wollongong Today
Your dogs are part of your family, and you should have a loving relationship with them, as you do with other members of your family. Using proven methods, I have the time and patience to teach your dog to behave correctly. You’ll see far better results when using positive reinforcement than you would from using shouting and aggressive behaviour. Please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions about the dog training sessions I offer or if you’d like to make an appointment.
Get In Touch
0488 735 021
emily@switchedondogs.com.au
servicing the Illawarra area from Coledale to Kiama
Let’s create the happy relationship you want with your dog
I’m happy to travel from the Northern Suburbs of the Illawarra, through Wollongong, Shellharbour and as far south as Kiama.