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Dog Training, Puppy Training & Dog Behaviourist Services in Eastern Suburbs Sydney

Looking for a trusted and experienced dog trainer in Eastern Suburbs Sydney? At The Sydney Dog Trainer, we specialise in dog training, puppy training, and dog behavioural support tailored to your dog’s unique needs. With over 17 years of experience and 5-star reviews, we offer professional, in-home training that gets real results — from Bondi to Botany.


Expert Dog Training Eastern Suburbs Sydney

Our personalised dog training in the Eastern Suburbs helps you tackle common challenges like pulling on the leash, ignoring commands, barking, jumping, or anxiety. We come to your home, your local park, or wherever the behaviour happens.

Our dog training services include:

  • Loose leash walking & reliable recall

  • Obedience training (basic to advanced)

  • Solving nuisance behaviours (barking, digging, jumping)

  • Training rescue and adopted dogs

  • Confidence building for nervous dogs

As your local dog trainer, we focus on calm, clear communication and practical strategies that fit your everyday life.


Qualified Dog Behaviourist Eastern Suburbs

We provide specialist support for dogs showing signs of behavioural problems. As a certified dog behaviourist servicing the Eastern Suburbs, we assess the why behind your dog’s actions and create tailored behaviour plans that work.

We treat common behavioural issues including:

  • Reactivity towards dogs or people

  • Aggression and resource guarding

  • Separation anxiety and destructive behaviour

  • Fear-based behaviours and phobias

  • Excessive barking or hyperactivity

We service suburbs across the East — including Bondi, Coogee, Randwick, Maroubra, and more.


Puppy Training Eastern Suburbs Sydney – In-Home Support for a Calm, Confident Puppy

Get your puppy started on the right paw with our in-home puppy training in Eastern Suburbs Sydney. These private sessions are ideal for puppies aged 8–20 weeks and focus on early learning, confidence, and preventing future issues.

Our puppy training covers:

  • Toilet training and crate setup

  • Puppy biting, mouthing, and chewing

  • Basic obedience and early commands

  • Socialisation and confidence building

  • Creating calm routines and structure

We train in your home and local streets, parks, and beaches — where your puppy will grow up and learn best.


Dog Training Services Across Eastern Suburbs Sydney

We offer in-home services across all major areas in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, including:

  • Bondi & North Bondi

  • Coogee & Clovelly

  • Maroubra

  • Randwick

  • Bronte

  • Rose Bay

  • Double Bay

  • Vaucluse

  • Paddington

  • Kensington

  • Botany and surrounds

Not sure if we service your suburb? Contact us to check availability.


Why Dog Owners in Eastern Suburbs Trust The Sydney Dog Trainer

Here’s why we’re one of the top-rated dog trainers in the Eastern Suburbs:

  • ✔️ Over 17 years of dog training and behaviour experience

  • ✔️ Certified and fully insured

  • ✔️ 5-star Google rating

  • ✔️ Calm, results-based approach

  • ✔️ Real-life, in-home training (not just theory or group classes)

“We saw a complete transformation in our dog after just one session. Calm, obedient, and no more leash pulling! Highly recommended.”
– Client, Eastern Suburbs Sydney


Book Trusted Dog Training in Eastern Suburbs Sydney Today

If your dog needs better manners, your puppy needs structure, or you need professional help with behaviour — we’re ready to help.

🔗 Contact The Sydney Dog Trainer today to secure your spot in the Eastern Suburbs. Personalised, proven, and professional — the way dog training should be.

Professional Dog Training in Sydney’s Key Regions

At The Sydney Dog Trainer, we believe that every dog deserves the chance to thrive. Our certified trainers provide in-home and outdoor dog training sessions tailored to your dog’s personality, lifestyle, and specific needs. From obedience training to fixing unwanted behaviours, we bring structure, confidence, and fun back into your walks and everyday life.

Our mobile services span across Sydney’s favourite dog-loving areas, including:
• Northern Beaches – Manly, Dee Why, Collaroy, Narrabeen
• Eastern Suburbs – Bondi, Coogee, Randwick, Maroubra
• Inner West – Newtown, Leichhardt, Balmain, Marrickville

No matter where you are, The Sydney Dog Trainer comes to you.

Qualified Dog Behaviourist

Is your dog displaying fear, aggression, or anxiety? Our expert dog behaviourist works with you to uncover the root of the problem and develop a customised behaviour modification plan. We specialise in:
• Aggression towards dogs or humans
• Separation anxiety
• Barking and howling
• Leash reactivity
• Destructive behaviour
• Resource guarding

With a deep understanding of dog psychology and a commitment to force-free, reward-based training, we help your dog build confidence, trust, and calm behaviours.

Puppy Training & Obedience Classes

Set your puppy up for success with our tailored puppy training programs. We cover all the essentials:
• Toilet training
• Basic commands (sit, stay, come, down)
• Socialisation and confidence building
• Crate training
• Lead walking

Our obedience training also supports older dogs who need a refresher or are new to structured training.

Why Choose The Sydney Dog Trainer?
• Certified and experienced dog trainer and behaviourist
• Servicing Eastern Suburbs
• One-on-one, personalised training
• Science-based, gentle techniques
• Proven results and lasting change

Book a Session Today

Let’s turn your dog into a calm, happy, and well-mannered companion. Contact The Sydney Dog Trainer today to schedule a consultation or training session in the Eastern Suburbs.

We’re here to support you every step of the way on your dog training journey.

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Stephen Simpson
16 September 2026
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Mark has given us additional one on one time with our two headstrong dachshund puppies to demonstrate to us the strategies on having them comfortably walking on a lead. We now have a better idea on the importance of space around the dogs, how to cope with distractions, and the competitive nature of two brothers of the same litter. Mark’s insight into dog behaviour is impressive and we are looking to provide him with feedback on how well we are progressing with our training. Thanks Mark.
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Stephanie Brown
16 September 2026
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We engaged Mark and Linda from Sydney Dog Trainer to help our newly adopted Havanese adjust to her new life. She was very stressed on a leash, wouldn’t leave the house and was very scared of strangers. After one session, our Havanese was able to leave the house and started going on walks. Thereafter, we’ve been seeing her go from strength to strength. She now loves going on walks and gets so excited when we bring out the leash. Thanks to Mark and Linda for helping us (and Zoe our new family member!)
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Nicole McMahon
16 September 2026
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Mark is exceptional. We sought help with our 1 year old Jack Russel for numerous behavioural issues and within 2 hours of being guided how to train her we could see a big improvement. Mark has the skills to train you as a pet owner in order to train your dog. He has given us the skills to support our dog and the results are incredible. Mark has also provided ongoing support, he was happy to answer any follow up questions. All of our issues have resolved and we couldn’t be happier. We would highly recommend Mark.
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D Mann
5 September 2026
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Huge thanks to Mark from The Sydney Dog Trainer for spending two hours with us and Sirus. Within about three minutes, Mark had our 22kg, 9-month-old Staffy wrecking ball actually listening to commands, something we were starting to think might require an exorcism! The difference a few simple techniques made was incredible. The slightly painful discovery was that Sirus wasn’t the only one being trained. Apparently, the humans needed work too. Mark explained everything clearly and showed us how much consistency, timing and communication matter. Now it’s up to us to keep it going and stop Sirus reclaiming his role as Managing Director of Chaos. Thanks again Mark. We all learned a huge amount and could see the improvement almost immediately. One question remains: Has Sirus been capable of listening all along and simply chosen not to? 😂🐕
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C Shields
4 September 2026
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Linda came out for a puppy training session and we were really pleased with her and the results. She held a detailed session and demonstration with left us with lots of knowledge and guidance around the next few months of training and settling our puppy in!
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nadean richards
1 September 2026
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Thank you so much Mark!! You have literally changed our daily walks and made it so much easier for us with Buddy. Well worth the money!
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Yarmila Alfonzetti
28 August 2026
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We are so happy to have found Mark. He sorted out years of problems efficiently and clearly. We have now been practicing his plan for 5 days and it’s definitely working (underneath all his psycho barking we knew we had the best dog)!
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tim Radom
22 August 2026
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We have a English staffy and we couldn’t be happier with how he trained our boy and how our dog has responded to the training
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Robert Rigg
16 August 2026
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Fantastic service. Lots of great advice, tips and tricks. Highly recommend
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Kellie Rigg
16 August 2026
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Mark was exceptional in helping us navigate life with our Aussie Shepherd puppy. He was incredibly knowledgeable, practical, and clear in his approach, giving us strategies that were easy to understand and put into practice. We’ve already seen a huge difference in our puppy’s behaviour, and she’s even learned a few new tricks along the way! We couldn’t recommend Mark highly enough. Thank you, Mark!
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Carlo Ferraro
16 August 2026
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We were impressed with the level of service we received from Mark. Our puppy was very timid at the start, however with Mark's approach she became very comfortable and confident within a matter of minutes. We are now into day 1 after the initial training session and we have already noticed a difference in her behaviour. We would highly recommend Mark.
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Setareh Naghoni
15 August 2026
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Could not recommend Mark enough. Worth every dollar! I wish I had done this sooner. I was shocked to see such positive results with my 2 very reactive Chihuahuas almost immediately! Super simple, efficient and clear techniques that work. So grateful and can't wait to keep implementing what I've learnt! Here's to calm happy dogs (and dog parents!)
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Nicole Fong
11 August 2026
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We had such a great experience with Mark. He was incredibly helpful, knowledgeable and gave us practical advice that we could immediately put into practice. Our pup is super excited, affectionate and full of energy, so we wanted help with things like jumping, pulling on the lead and improving her recall. Mark was fantastic at understanding her personality and showing us how to work with her rather than against her. We’ve come away feeling much more confident and equipped to continue her training. Highly recommend Mark to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and genuinely caring dog trainer!
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Michael Gikler
5 August 2026
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I cannot recommend The Sydney Dog Trainer highly enough. I contacted them because my 16-month-old German Shepherd, Rufus, had developed some challenging behaviours around strangers, visitors to the house and barking when left alone. After trying different approaches without the progress I was hoping for, I booked an in-home session. Within just two hours, I genuinely felt like I had a completely different dog. More importantly, I realised that the biggest change needed to come from me. The trainer didn’t just train Rufus—they taught me how to communicate with him properly, understand why he behaves the way he does, and how to confidently handle different situations. The amount of knowledge I gained in those two hours was incredible. Everything was explained in a way that was easy to understand and immediately put into practice. By the end of the session, Rufus was calmer, more focused and responding in ways I honestly didn’t think were possible so quickly. If you’re struggling with your dog or simply want to become a better owner, do yourself a favour and book a session. It has been one of the best investments I’ve ever made, and I now feel confident that Rufus and I have the tools for a happy, well-balanced future together. Thank you again—I honestly can’t thank you enough.
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Simone Mowbray
29 July 2026
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Mark gave a Very informative lesson! Hands on and allowed us to practice the methods he had shown us with our Brodie! Really quick turn around in behaviour with our dog already showing positive signs to the teaching! Would defo recommend!
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Marina Hansen
25 July 2026
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Dog Behaviour issue SOLVED! - Separation Anxiety We cannot recommend The Sydney Dog Trainers enough! Our 11-month-old Samoyed suddenly developed severe separation anxiety right after we moved from an apartment to a house. Every time we attempted to leave, he would bark nonstop, and we started receiving complaints from our neighbour. It was the first time he had ever behaved like this, and the situation became incredibly stressful. We tried everything we could think of. We used a citronella collar, took him to the vet, rearranged our work schedules so one of us could stay home, and nothing was working. Everything changed when we contacted The Sydney Dog Trainers. From our very first phone call, Linda was incredibly compassionate and understanding about what we were going through. She took the time to explain how Mark, an experienced behaviourist and trainer, could help us, and she immediately gave us hope. The results were beyond anything we could have imagined. Mark worked a miracle! Our Samoyed stopped barking during the training session itself. He carefully showed us exactly how to leave the house, and we practised the routine over and over with short and longer absences until our dog was completely comfortable. We continued practising over the next two days exactly as Mark instructed, and we were amazed by the results. We can now leave the house without any barking at all. It’s honestly incredible. The previous two weeks had been so stressful, and now we finally have our normal lives back. We feel such a huge sense of relief. We truly don’t have enough words to thank Linda and Mark. Their knowledge, patience, and support completely transformed our situation. Our dog is happy, we’re happy, and our neighbour no longer has to deal with ongoing barking. If you’re dealing with separation anxiety or any behavioural issues, don’t hesitate to contact The Sydney Dog Trainers. They genuinely changed our lives.
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Jj
9 July 2026
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Thank you Mark for taking the time to show us what we were doing wrong but more importantly what we need to do to make it work. Exactly what we and Luna needed.
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Hazal A
12 June 2026
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Reached out to Linda to help with our new puppy and she explained everything perfectly and sent notes to help us set up for success. Her notes and training has helped us immensely and we’re so grateful. Already our puppy is able to sit, responds to her name, stays and responds to recalls. She also helped with our biggest problem of sleeping at night. By night two our puppy was peacefully sleeping in her crate. Linda has been a blessing. Highly recommend!
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Amanda Rooke
31 May 2026
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Mark was excellent. We were struggling with our puppy's constant barking and not listening to us but Mark completely turned things around. He was incredibly patient, used positive and effective techniques, and helped us understand exactly how to redirect our pup's energy. We couldn’t be happier with the results.
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Sarah Hawke
17 May 2026
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Mark was awesome in helping us improve our puppies behaviour. We were struggling to stop our 13 week old golden retriever from nipping and jumping when she got over excited. Mark spent 2 1/2 hrs with the whole family taking the time to understand how we interacted with Bundy. We cannot be more happy with the change in Bundy's behaviour. We saw immediate changes which we have been implementing as a family. Thank you so much Mark. We are truly grateful for your help and insight.
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Alexandra
11 May 2026
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Linda is an absolute treasure - she has a beautiful way with puppies and people alike. She has a very loving, fun and respect-based approach to training. Six months after our session with Linda, my children of all ages continue to put her techniques into practice on a daily basis to teach our puppy new things and he's become a beautiful member of the family.
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Emily McCabe
8 May 2026
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Mark has helped our family immensely in navigating life with a Border Collie puppy. His guidance has not only helped train our puppy, but has also taught our kids how to confidently and calmly handle situations that once felt overwhelming. Thanks to Mark’s support, patience, and practical advice, I now feel far more in control and capable in situations that would normally leave me stressed and anxious. His approach has made such a positive difference to our home and family life. We will continue lessons with Marks wife who specialises is ongoing puppy training. Thanks for all the support Mark!
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Ann Lange
6 May 2026
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Cannot speak too highly of Linda's assistance with Daisy and Finn. She's great not only at demonstrating the training, but also at helping me understand the 'why'. Training notes provided are gold: thoughtful and clear. And it's excellent to be able to reach out to Linda when we have questions or if something isn't working for us.
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Milva Dorigato
26 April 2026
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Mark was great at helping us with our puppy biting. He gave us the tools we needed to overcome the biting and adjusted what needed to be done when things weren’t working. He was generous with his time and really concerned to make sure things were working for us.
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Mehak Mengi
11 April 2026
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Amazing training given by Mark, really impressed
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Avantika Singh
8 April 2026
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I can’t recommend Linda highly enough. She has worked with my puppy Étienne across sessions in both February and April, and the difference in his behaviour and confidence has been incredible! Linda is not only knowledgeable but also very practical, considerate and structured in her approach. She breaks things down in a way that’s easy to follow, even for first-time puppy owners. From toilet training and recall to building independence and managing nipping, every piece of advice she gave was actionable and tailored to my pup, Étienne. What really stood out to me was how much she focuses on setting the foundations early and setting the new puppy owners for success, especially around independence and preventing separation anxiety, which is something I hadn’t fully appreciated before. But now as I see my pup grow from 9 weeks and into his 18 weeks stance, the training and guidance provided has been super rewarding! Her guidance has genuinely helped me feel more confident as a dog parent too. She also provides detailed follow-up notes and is always open to questions and queries, which makes the whole experience feel very supportive rather than transactional. If you’re looking for someone who truly understands dogs, is kind and can guide you in a clear, calm, and effective way, Linda is amazing. Étienne absolutely loved her, and so did I 😊
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Maya Sidorko
5 April 2026
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Mark was super helpful and informative, so glad I was able to have a session with him!
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Hayley Sherwood
27 March 2026
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Linda is a fantastic dog trainer and my partner and I have seen huge improvements in our puppy’s behaviour. We’ve loved the training sessions and have found them to be engaging and beneficial both for us and for our dog. I’d gladly recommend Linda’s training to anyone!
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Neysa Dalby
26 March 2026
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Both Mark and Linda are amazing at what they do! First we met Mark and he sorted our girls separation anxiety out real quick and have practiced a recall which has been amazing. Then with Linda for puppy classes and our girl has thrived and we have learnt so much along the way. Thank you both!
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Amy Wang
24 March 2026
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Mark is incredibly knowledgeable and was able to provide the training we needed for our dog. In just 1 session, my dog had shown dramatic change and since then it has been so much easier to manage. I love that Mark was honest and giving it to me straight, all while being friendly and fun to hang out with. I’ve had previous trainers for my dog before and this has been the best experience by far!
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annisa segaram
17 March 2026
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We recently had Mark come to our home to help with our reactive 3yr old Cavoodle, and we couldn’t be more impressed. Almost instantly, we started seeing real changes and learned how to manage his reactivity and separation anxiety. Mark helped us to find creative ways to train our dog and change the behaviour. Mark was incredibly thorough in his approach, took the time to understand his personality and has given us the tools to continue training!
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paul matthews
7 March 2026
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Awesome no nonsense trainer. Great communicator.... Highly recommend
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Jess S
8 February 2026
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Mark is so amazing. I never thought I would see my reactive chihuahua sitting calmly as other dogs walked by. I learnt so many tricks and what I was doing wrong to correct his behaviour. Life changing for us!
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Miles Thomas
4 February 2026
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Mark was fantastic and helped us get instant results to significantly reduce Peggy’s barking.
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Gemma Lumley
1 February 2026
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Highly recommend Mark! We have two mini dachshunds who needed some training (barking when delivery drivers came to the door). So glad we got him in as I was confused by conflicting advice on online forums. Could already see the changes in the dogs in the short time Mark was there, looking forward to implementing the training over the coming weeks and months.
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Dominic Lau
26 January 2026
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We could not thank Linda enough, within minutes she arrived our home, our 3 months fluffy finally knows her name and responded (shame on us for having her a month already!!) Linda has been amazing by first understanding the current status, then our concerns before she jumped right to the training. Training started small but well organised, from indoor to outdoor, do's and don'ts. Thank you for the very fruitful time and all 5 of us have taken away a lot (me, my parent, 2 human kids and a fluffy one). Great support Linda, much much appreciated!!
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Jordan Dewitt
22 January 2026
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I can’t thank Mark and Linda enough for our training session. The behaviour changes in my dog have been instant using simple techniques and I have a much clearer understanding around her behaviours.
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Prue Bell
17 January 2026
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Mark was absolutely incredible. We could not recommend him enough. He was clear with his instruction and has given us to tools to feel confident walking our dog Winnie. Having the after service of phone calls has been invaluable to check in and ask questions. Thank you so much Mark!
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Daniela Tanevski
14 January 2026
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Huge thank you to Linda who came into our home and helped us train our new pup Dior. You made it so easy and we are so confident in Dior’s progress. Dior continues to obey all commands we give her. It was so easy with you! Thanks again x
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Lliam Campbell
9 January 2026
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They have really helped us to make training easier and had been very helpful with advise along the way Would highly recommend
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Liz Stanford
5 January 2026
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We had a very helpful and successful session with Mark and appreciate his ongoing support with managing our big overly excited Irish setter.
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Bhavani Rao
3 January 2026
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I am so happy I booked this training for my cavoodle. One visit is all it took to stop him barking every time I leave him at home.
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Adrian Pessotto
30 December 2025
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Mark has a wealth of knowledge and experience in dog behaviour and training. After just a couple of hours with our rescue, she's a totally different dog on the lead. We now have the right knowledge and tools to keep building on her training in all areas and can see her just getting better and better each day. Would highly recommend!
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Palanirajan Shanmugakani
25 December 2025
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Unbelievable how one session can change my puppy. Mark was excellent in providing tips to setup home and the best part is Theo now loves to sleep in his crate. Less potty accidents ever since he started sleeping in the crate. My first call to Linda, training and follow up from Mark, the entire process was stress free. Mark & Linda are the best!
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Chloe Fitch
28 November 2025
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I can’t recommend Mark enough! I brought him my two dog-reactive dachshunds, and within the first five minutes he managed to correct their behavior in a way I didn’t think was possible. He had the dogs walking calmly with zero reactions in no time— and the leash pulling that used to drive me crazy was gone. The real test was a busy cafe filled with dogs, and unbelievably, not a single bark. I was blown away by how confidently and calmly Mark handled everything, and how quickly the dogs responded to him. His approach is clear, patient, and incredibly effective. If you’re struggling with reactivity, leash pulling, or just want a trainer who truly knows what they’re doing, Mark is the person to call. Absolutely 5 stars! 🌟🐾
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Ariana Galanos
22 November 2025
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Mark is a wealth of knowledge and has all different techniques to offer to help dogs behaviours and reactions. I noticed a huge difference with my dachshund who is very reactive to people coming into our house and has bad separation anxiety. Mark quickly assessed what works for her and after a 2h session she responded very well to her triggers and did not react to him coming in the door. I’m keen to continue this training and see where she goes! I highly recommend Mark.
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Shaan Chawla
15 November 2025
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Mark was great to work with. Within 1 session he was able to guide us on how to manage our 2 year old dog on a walk. His methods are easy to implement and follow and he allows you to develop a sense of control and authority with your dog. I would highly recommend Mark.
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Todd Graham
11 November 2025
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Mark was amazing with our rescue boy Norman who was dog reactive with a new rescue we adopted. We were at a loss of what to do with the two dogs as they had to be separated at all times around the house as they would attack each other every time they saw one another. Mark was able to help us integrate our new dog Tank within about a week with some careful crate exposure and walking etc- we never thought it would be possible! Now the boys are best mates and we couldn’t be happier! Thanks Mark
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niven kumar
29 October 2025
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Mark and Linda have literally changed our lives!! We had one grumpy older dog (you can definitely teach an old dog new tricks) and a hyperactive 4 year old dog, so each end of the spectrum. Mark’s common sense advice and clear sighted intelligence has helped us settle their anxiety, stop excessive barking, and pulling on their lead. We can finally walk the dogs with the knowledge to manage reactive behaviour. We can’t believe we waited so long!! On the first meeting, Mark already made changes. We cannot recommend Mark and Linda highly enough. These two are superstars!!
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AJ Crawf
26 October 2025
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When Mark arrived I thought how is he going to change Harloe’s behaviour in 1 x 2 hour session. The results he was able to achieve with a combination of authority & love was truly amazing. When I turned up at the beach with Harloe the next day & was able to leave her to go for a swim without hearing the separation/ anxiety barking was a fantastic feeling. My friends wanted to her tested to see if it was the same dog. Now it is up to me to reinforce what Mark has taught us both. 😋

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24 February 2024
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We are giving Mark a Five Star review, it would be more if we could. Having had 3 previous dog trainers that we never got the right advice from, we were struggling with a reactive over excited, uncontrollable large dog. After our visit from Mark and following his advice we have our sweet, gentle, happy girl walking on a loose leash and listening to us. No more lunging at people or dogs. It’s such a huge relief. She is much calmer and a pleasure to be with and all in just over a week. Mark even came for a second visit as we couldn’t do the walking due to bad weather on his first visit. Can’t thank you enough Mark. We will continue to follow your good advice. Our dog thought you were her new best friend. Only wish we had found you earlier, it would have saved us thousands of dollars.
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"HAVE TRIED SEVERAL OTHER AVENUES..........
UNSUCCESSFULLY"

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26 October 2024
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Mark was amazing with our dog Billy. He explained very clearly the theory and practices to be implemented. He managed expectations. Billy was badly attacked by a larger dog and had become almost impossible to walk. After the session we had a clear pathway to a happier dog and had seen instantly how the training techniques worked. Expectations exceeded ! Thank you. We have tried several other avenues unsuccessfully and cannot recommend this one highly enough.
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30 November 2024
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What can I say but thank you Mark. We had tried other trainers and behaviorist but all that came out of it was a sad, restricted dog. Then we found Mark and my girl not only is happy and enjoying her home but also listens and understands the boundaries set out. To say that she's happy is an understatement. Mark gave us honest information and didn't promise anything that he couldn't deliver. Could not recommend him enough.
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AMAZING RECALLS, SIT/STAYS AND PROBLEM
BARKING TRANSFORMATIONs

Problem Barking Video

Zara suffered from extreme reactivity to the doorbell and visitors.  Zara’s reactivity improved dramatically by the end of our visit. 

Amazing Recall Video

The Sydney Dog Trainer has all the tips and tricks to help you build an amazing recall.

Fantastic Puppy Sit/Stay Video

A video from one of our valued clients showcasing their puppy training progress, which was recorded approximately four weeks after their visit.

Home dog training services

The Sydney Dog Trainer offers expert in-home dog training services for behavioural, puppy, and obedience training in the convenience of your own home or surrounding neighbourhood.  Aside from convenience, it is absolutely essential that the training for behavioural issues takes place where the issue/issues are occurring!

We excel in delivering professional training that is tailored to meet the specific needs of your furry companion. With years of experience, we understand the importance of creating a lasting bond with your dog while providing effective training to enhance their behaviour. Whether you want to improve your puppy’s obedience or require behavioural training for your adult dog, we will work with you to achieve your desired goals. Choose our professional and personalised training services that are aimed at providing a comfortable and supportive learning environment for your furry friend. Contact us today to schedule your dog’s in-home training session.

AN UNREGULATED INDUSTRY?

You wouldn’t go to an unqualified doctor to get medical help. Yet hundreds, if not thousands of Australians every year unknowingly hire unqualified or inexperienced dog trainers and dog behaviourists to help them with their beloved fur friends. To be fair most dog trainers and dog behaviourists in days gone by started out with no formal training but those days are or should be long gone. In what is now a multi million dollar industry and a good choice of recognised dog trainer certification courses available there is simply no excuse for a dog trainer/behaviourist not to get his/her certification.  It is highly advisable to hire an accredited trainer or dog behaviourist for better results.

What Sydney is saying!
"I wish we had found you sooner!" "would have saved us thousands!" "Mark is amazing!" "Worth every cent" "Helped where other's couldn't" "Quality at an affordable price!" "Top shelf trainer!" "Made a difference!" "So helpful!" "Exceptional!" "Super helpful!" "Knows what he's talking about!"

UNDERSTANDING DOG TRAINING GUARANTEES......
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW!

If your new to the dog training industry you will invariably come across some services advertising guarantees that may seem appealing at first glance but often come with significant limitations. It’s essential to understand the implications of these promises to make an informed decision. 

Satisfaction Guarantees
This type of guarantee often states that if you’re not satisfied by the end of the session, you don’t have to pay. While this might sound reassuring, owners may find that the immediate results achieved during the session didn’t translate into long-term improvements. When issues resurface the next day, attempting to claim a refund will be problematic, as the decision to pay is typically required at the session’s conclusion. Furthermore, the nature of in-person interactions can make it challenging to express dissatisfaction, even if results don’t meet expectations.  

Lifetime Guarantees

Another common promise is a “lifetime guarantee,” where trainers offer unlimited revisits for a high upfront fee, often exceeding $1,500. While this may seem like a safety net, the need for multiple follow-up visits can indicate that the initial training wasn’t effective.

Many owners have sought our services despite having access to these guarantees, often because the methods employed remain unchanged and ineffective. Investing in such a guarantee may not offer real value if the core issues aren’t resolved during the first visit and if they are then you have paid for something that you are never going to use!

Ultimately, effective training should prioritise sustainable solutions tailored to your dog’s specific needs. Rather than relying on guarantees, focus on finding an accredited trainer with a proven track record, transparent communication, and a commitment to empowering you with the skills needed to reinforce positive behaviour over time.

“The insights above are drawn from real experiences shared with us over the years by individuals who have used such guaranteed services.”

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31 January 2025
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Linda was amazing. She came over to our place and our puppy's behaviour immediately improved. We got some great instruction on how to toilet train, stop the biting, and how to improve our relationship with our puppy. The after session notes that you sent are easy to follow and working as you said they would. Thanks Linda!
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Emily Gibson
26 January 2025
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Mark was so helpful and insightful! After the 2 hour session we feel far better equipped to train our pup in all situations - thanks Mark!
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Rachel Zhang
25 January 2025
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We were incredibly fortune to have Linda come and train our new Cocker Spaniel puppy Olive. Linda’s patience and expertise were truly remarkable. The training sessions were meticulously structured, with a perfect blend of discipline and positive reinforcement. I would recommend Linda to anyone in need of a dog trainer, her natural talent for understanding and working with dogs and families with young kids is exceptional.
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Luke Hudson
9 January 2025
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Alextolmz
28 December 2024
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Amazing results. Mark is a dog whisperer. There’s no other way to put it. Amazing progress made straight away. We can’t wait to put it all in play.
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Joram Kritas
20 December 2024
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First time dog owner here. Mark was next level awesome. Taught us as owners just as much he did for our Pomeranian Cloe. So thankful for the home visit, worth every dollar 😁
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Reuben Garrick
18 December 2024
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Mark came at exactly the time we needed him. He corrected many of our 7 month old Staffy’s problematic behaviours like nipping, pulling on the lead and attention seeking behaviour. He gave us the tools to control our dog and has resulted in a more calm home for all of us. Especially with a baby in the way! We highly recommend to all.
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Peter Brooke
11 December 2024
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Mark was phenomenal! In 2.5 hours we unlearned all the incorrect training methods that were taught to us at puppy school. We saw immediate improvements in problematic behaviours that we had been experiencing. Mark has been a godsend and well worth the money. Mark is so engaging, and very friendly. Highly recommended and 5 stars from us!
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Karina Battistella
30 November 2024
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What can I say but thank you Mark. We had tried other trainers and behaviorist but all that came out of it was a sad, restricted dog. Then we found Mark and my girl not only is happy and enjoying her home but also listens and understands the boundaries set out. To say that she's happy is an understatement. Mark gave us honest information and didn't promise anything that he couldn't deliver. Could not recommend him enough.
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Lou Lou
8 November 2024
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Mark is a legend I wish I found & engaged much sooner for my mischievous (but very cute) Bull Terrier. Mark has a patient, calm, kind, supportive & generous presence that helped me help my dog & cut to the chase of what was really needed. Id spent sooo much $$ on previous non effective kennel clubs & the like that just failed to provide me with the tools I needed to train my dog. My dogs behaviour changed in one session, sure some things require ongoing discipline from me but now I have the expertise to lead my dog forward well. Thanks so much Mark for everything Mark 🙏 🙌 we really appreciate your help & care.
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Jenny Sinkinson
6 November 2024
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Mark was so helpful with our 6 month old lab. Very practical and easy to follow advice. We saw instant improvement with walking on the lead without pulling and learned how to improve recall. It was great having Mark come to our home to see what we are doing and have tailored advice across all areas we were concerned about and answer all my questions. Thank you Mark!
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Nella A
4 November 2024
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Just need to say a big thank you to Mark for giving me so much absolutely free advice on how to cope with my cavoodle … taking the time to speak to me over the phone without any hesitation…. If you need peace of mind just call on Mark !!! Absolutely grateful !!!

*99% of clients see a big improvement by the end of the session

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dog behaviour training

If you have a dog behaviour issue, then don't worry! For the last 17 years we've been helping people who thought they were in a no win situation with their dog.

We can help with...........

- pulling on leash
- dog on dog reactivity/aggression
- over excitement
- jumping up

- doorbell reactivity
- lightning fast recalls
- puppy biting/mouthing

- separation anxiety
- pool excitement
- problem barking and much much more!


So don't delay and book one of Sydney's most accomplished dog behaviourists TODAY!

What Sydney is saying!
"I WISH WE HAD FOUND YOU SOONER!" "SAVED US THOUSANDS!" "AMAZING!" "WORTH EVERY CENT" "HELPED WHEN OTHERS COULDN'T" "QUALITY AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE!" "TOP SHELF TRAINER!" "MADE A DIFFERENCE!" "SO HELPFULl!" "NIGHT and DAY DIFFERENCE!" "EXCEPTIONAL!" "SUPER HELPFUL!" "KNOWS WHAT HE'S TALKIN' 'BOUT!" "HAS HELPED MASSIVELY" "WORKED WONDERS"

puppy training

Our 2 hour in home puppy training session is one of Sydney's most comprehensive. It will take your understanding of dog behaviour to the next level enabling you and your puppy to get off to a great start with toilet training, basic obedience, puppy biting and much more!

Puppy training covers:

- toilet training for YOUR HOME!
- basic obedience
- recall
- puppy biting
- how to safely socialise your puppy
- how to avoid resource guarding
- how to avoid separation anxiety
- dog park do's and don'ts
- and much more

dog obedience training

Suffering from a training plateau? Not quite sure on the next steps or just wanting to build an amazing recall or sit/stay? The Sydney Dog Trainer has got the training and experience to take you and your dog to the next level!

Why us?

- Nationally accredited dog behaviour and training!
- Over 17 years experience!
- Experienced with all breeds!
- FIVE star GOOGLE REVIEWS!
- ZERO, ZIP, NADA negative google reviews!
- Regularly feature in Sydney's print and online media!
- Longevity in the industry!
- Small family business not a franchise!
- WE LOVE WHAT WE DO!
- WE GET RESULTS!
* If we don't think we can help you, we'll let you know upfront! See below!

"IT'S RARE THAT WE CAN'T HELP WITH BEHAVIOURAL ISSUES BUT YOU CAN BE CONFIDENT IF WE FEEL WE CAN'T WE'LL LET YOU KNOW UPFRONT, JUST LIKE WE DID WITH THIS LADY BELOW!"

GET THE RIGHT HELP...the FIRST TIME!

We've helped many people who have received poor and ineffective training advice from other trainers and behaviourists! Save money and get the right help the first time around!

"THREE PREVIOUS DOG TRAINERS....ONLY WISH WE HAD FOUND YOU EARLIER, IT WOULD HAVE SAVED US THOUSANDS!"

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24 February 2024
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We are giving Mark a Five Star review, it would be more if we could. Having had 3 previous dog trainers that we never got the right advice from, we were struggling with a reactive over excited, uncontrollable large dog. After our visit from Mark and following his advice we have our sweet, gentle, happy girl walking on a loose leash and listening to us. No more lunging at people or dogs. It’s such a huge relief. She is much calmer and a pleasure to be with and all in just over a week. Mark even came for a second visit as we couldn’t do the walking due to bad weather on his first visit. Can’t thank you enough Mark. We will continue to follow your good advice. Our dog thought you were her new best friend. Only wish we had found you earlier, it would have saved us thousands of dollars.
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"HAVE TRIED SEVERAL OTHER AVENUES..........
UNSUCCESSFULLY"

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Madeleine Blanchfield
26 October 2024
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Mark was amazing with our dog Billy. He explained very clearly the theory and practices to be implemented. He managed expectations. Billy was badly attacked by a larger dog and had become almost impossible to walk. After the session we had a clear pathway to a happier dog and had seen instantly how the training techniques worked. Expectations exceeded ! Thank you. We have tried several other avenues unsuccessfully and cannot recommend this one highly enough.
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"WE TRIED OTHER TRAINERS AND
BEHAVIOURIST BUT...................."

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Karina Battistella
30 November 2024
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What can I say but thank you Mark. We had tried other trainers and behaviorist but all that came out of it was a sad, restricted dog. Then we found Mark and my girl not only is happy and enjoying her home but also listens and understands the boundaries set out. To say that she's happy is an understatement. Mark gave us honest information and didn't promise anything that he couldn't deliver. Could not recommend him enough.
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Home dog training services

The Sydney Dog Trainer offers expert in-home dog training services for behavioural, puppy, and obedience training in the convenience of your own home or surrounding neighbourhood. We deliver professional training that is tailored to meet the specific needs of your dog. With years of experience, we understand the importance of creating a lasting bond with your dog while providing effective training to enhance their behaviour. Whether you want to improve your puppy’s obedience or require behavioural training for your adult dog, we will work with you to achieve your desired goals. Choose our professional and personalised training services that are aimed at providing a comfortable and supportive learning environment for your dog. Contact us today to schedule your comprehensive in-home training session.

an unregulated industry

You wouldn't go to an unqualified doctor to get medical help. Yet hundreds, if not thousands of Australians every year unknowingly hire unqualified or inexperienced dog trainers and dog behaviourists to help them with their dogs. To be fair most dog trainers and dog behaviourists in days gone by started out with no formal training but those days are or should be long gone. In what is now a multi million dollar industry and a good choice of recognised dog trainer certification courses available there is simply no excuse for a dog trainer/behaviourist not to get his/her certification.  It is highly advisable to hire an accredited trainer or dog behaviourist for better results.

understanding dog training guarantees....
what you need to know!

If your new to the dog training industry you will invariably come across some services advertising guarantees that may seem appealing at first glance but often come with significant limitations. It's essential to understand the implications of these promises to make an informed decision. Remember you will be paying a premium for a "guarantee" you may not use.

SATISFACTION GUARANTEES
This type of guarantee often states that if you’re not satisfied by the end of the session, you don’t have to pay. While this might sound reassuring, owners may find that the immediate results achieved during the session didn't translate into long-term improvements. When issues resurface the next day, attempting to claim a refund will be problematic, as the decision to pay is typically required at the session’s conclusion. Furthermore, the nature of in-person interactions can make it challenging to express dissatisfaction, even if results don’t meet expectations.  

REAL LIFE EXAMPLE
To illustrate the risks, consider the experience of a dog owner who reached out to us after working with another dog behaviourist who guaranteed results. Unfortunately, the promised improvements didn’t last. Despite assurances that the behaviour wouldn't return after the session, it actually worsened. When the owner sought help, she was brushed off, leaving her frustrated and without a solution. Unfortunately the dog's unwanted behaviour was unknowingly somehow being reinforced by the owner after the visit, making the issue worse. If reinforcement is happening, the problem won’t resolve on its own (despite what the behaviourist said)—it will only escalate. Scheduling a phone or video consultation at an appropriate time could of have helped identify why the behaviour was worsening and what needed to change, but instead, the owner was left feeling misled and unsupported. This situation is a cautionary tale about end-of-session satisfaction guarantees. While they might seem comforting, they often do little to ensure real, lasting results for you and your dog. When choosing a trainer, look beyond marketing promises and focus on proven, ethical training methods that truly set you and your dog up for long-term success.

The names below have been redacted with the exception of mine (Mark) to whom this lady reached out to.

LIFETIME GUARANTEE
Another common promise is a “lifetime guarantee,” where trainers offer unlimited revisits for a high upfront fee, often exceeding $1,500. While this may seem like a safety net, the need for multiple follow-up visits can indicate that the initial training wasn’t effective. Many owners have sought our services despite having access to these guarantees, often because the methods employed remain unchanged and ineffective. Investing in such a guarantee may not offer real value if the core issues aren’t resolved during the first visit and if they are then you have paid for something that you are never going to use! Ultimately, effective training should prioritise sustainable solutions tailored to your dog’s specific needs. Rather than relying on guarantees, focus on finding an accredited trainer with a proven track record, transparent communication, and a commitment to empowering you with the skills needed to reinforce positive behaviour over time.

“The insights above are drawn from real experiences shared with us over the years by individuals who have used such guaranteed services.”

REcall demonstration!

” Your dog’s safety is of utmost importance. As a professional, I understand the significance of training your dog with a strong recall. with effective tips and techniques that I’ve personally utilised with great success…..With training, your dog will have a well-established recall, potentially saving their life in critical situations”

DOOR BELL REACTIVITY BEFORE AND AFTER!

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dog behaviour training

If you have a dog behaviour issue, then don't worry! For the last 17 years we've been helping people who thought they were in a hopeless situation!

dog obedience training

Suffering from a training plateau? Not quite sure on the next steps or just wanting to build an amazing recall or sit/stay? We've got the training and experience to take your dog to the next level!

puppy training

Our in home puppy training is a comprehensive visit that will get you started off on the right foot with toilet training, basic obedience, puppy biting and more!

combo training

This is a combination of a dog behaviour visit plus obedience. This is a premium visit and is for those who want their dogs's behavioural issues addressed and to learn the secrets of dog obedience.

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Susan Gerahty
23 February 2025
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We called Mark in to help us train our 10 month old puppy. He was fantastic! The advice and training he gave us has helped massively. Mark was professional and very friendly. Would highly recommend his service.
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Tracey Lewis
20 February 2025
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Mark showed me techniques and equipment to get Maggie walking outside again as well as overcoming fears on our walks. He also helped alleviate reactivity and barking when visitors arrive. 10/10!
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Coco Wishes
15 February 2025
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Linda was amazing for Mum. (Bummer for me, Coco - the cat is out of the bag that huskies dont always need to pull!). I was a much different and better behaved in public dog after our session. Highly recommend her - Love from Coco.
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Jimmy Eck
11 February 2025
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We were shocked at how quickly and significantly our little Corgi’s reactive behaviour improved after a session with Mark. He gave us the tools and insight to continue Daisy’s training with confidence. The cost was very reasonable and worth every penny! Thanks Mark.
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Anke Ennemann
9 February 2025
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9 February 2025
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Was a pleasure to meet Mark and I would recommend him to everyone. Years of experience, commands respect, very thorough and explains everything he does. I know we have a lot of work ahead of us but now I feel we are on the right path. Thanks for everything 👍🏻
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Mana De Bono
5 February 2025
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Mark worked wonders for my boy Basil! I was at my wits end with his separation anxiety but Mark came in and worked wonders. He's very easy to work with and Basil immediately took to him. Within the day he's already staying 1 hour + alone and is settling on his own. Thanks for your support Mark. If you need help with your dog Mark is your guy!
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31 January 2025
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Linda was amazing. She came over to our place and our puppy's behaviour immediately improved. We got some great instruction on how to toilet train, stop the biting, and how to improve our relationship with our puppy. The after session notes that you sent are easy to follow and working as you said they would. Thanks Linda!
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29 January 2025
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26 January 2025
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Mark was so helpful and insightful! After the 2 hour session we feel far better equipped to train our pup in all situations - thanks Mark!
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Rachel Zhang
25 January 2025
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We were incredibly fortune to have Linda come and train our new Cocker Spaniel puppy Olive. Linda’s patience and expertise were truly remarkable. The training sessions were meticulously structured, with a perfect blend of discipline and positive reinforcement. I would recommend Linda to anyone in need of a dog trainer, her natural talent for understanding and working with dogs and families with young kids is exceptional.
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Reece Jones
21 January 2025
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Saw a night and day difference with my border collie who was lead reactive/aggressive. Expensive, but a really good investment if like me, you're at your wits end and don't know what to do to fix things!
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Luke Hudson
9 January 2025
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Kylie Mcleod-Simcock
2 January 2025
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Great experience talking with Mark. With a very senior dog, mark offered some great advice over the phone without trying to sell me a visit I didn’t need.
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28 December 2024
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Amazing results. Mark is a dog whisperer. There’s no other way to put it. Amazing progress made straight away. We can’t wait to put it all in play.
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20 December 2024
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First time dog owner here. Mark was next level awesome. Taught us as owners just as much he did for our Pomeranian Cloe. So thankful for the home visit, worth every dollar 😁
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Reuben Garrick
18 December 2024
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Mark came at exactly the time we needed him. He corrected many of our 7 month old Staffy’s problematic behaviours like nipping, pulling on the lead and attention seeking behaviour. He gave us the tools to control our dog and has resulted in a more calm home for all of us. Especially with a baby in the way! We highly recommend to all.
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Peter Brooke
11 December 2024
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Mark was phenomenal! In 2.5 hours we unlearned all the incorrect training methods that were taught to us at puppy school. We saw immediate improvements in problematic behaviours that we had been experiencing. Mark has been a godsend and well worth the money. Mark is so engaging, and very friendly. Highly recommended and 5 stars from us!
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Karina Battistella
30 November 2024
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What can I say but thank you Mark. We had tried other trainers and behaviorist but all that came out of it was a sad, restricted dog. Then we found Mark and my girl not only is happy and enjoying her home but also listens and understands the boundaries set out. To say that she's happy is an understatement. Mark gave us honest information and didn't promise anything that he couldn't deliver. Could not recommend him enough.
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Lou Lou
8 November 2024
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Mark is a legend I wish I found & engaged much sooner for my mischievous (but very cute) Bull Terrier. Mark has a patient, calm, kind, supportive & generous presence that helped me help my dog & cut to the chase of what was really needed. Id spent sooo much $$ on previous non effective kennel clubs & the like that just failed to provide me with the tools I needed to train my dog. My dogs behaviour changed in one session, sure some things require ongoing discipline from me but now I have the expertise to lead my dog forward well. Thanks so much Mark for everything Mark 🙏 🙌 we really appreciate your help & care.
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Jenny Sinkinson
6 November 2024
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Mark was so helpful with our 6 month old lab. Very practical and easy to follow advice. We saw instant improvement with walking on the lead without pulling and learned how to improve recall. It was great having Mark come to our home to see what we are doing and have tailored advice across all areas we were concerned about and answer all my questions. Thank you Mark!
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Nella A
4 November 2024
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Just need to say a big thank you to Mark for giving me so much absolutely free advice on how to cope with my cavoodle … taking the time to speak to me over the phone without any hesitation…. If you need peace of mind just call on Mark !!! Absolutely grateful !!!
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Corina Vidgen
27 October 2024
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Exceptional Mark was exceptional at helping with a few issues with our two dogs; a groodle and a cavoodle. Doorbell reactivity was essentially corrected in one session, and now we have the skills to work with reactivity to people walking past our house (especially those people walking their own dogs). We also had some challenges with intermittent aggression from our groodle toward the cavoodle and Mark helped us to understand what was happening behaviourally, what to do to prevent the behaviour and to nip it in the bud at the earliest sign. The methods are sensible and based on behavioural conditioning. He clearly loves dogs and showed so much warmth toward ours. He was punctual, professional and communicated clearly. Couldn’t be happier. Thanks, Mark!
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Madeleine Blanchfield
26 October 2024
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Mark was amazing with our dog Billy. He explained very clearly the theory and practices to be implemented. He managed expectations. Billy was badly attacked by a larger dog and had become almost impossible to walk. After the session we had a clear pathway to a happier dog and had seen instantly how the training techniques worked. Expectations exceeded ! Thank you. We have tried several other avenues unsuccessfully and cannot recommend this one highly enough.
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Robert Edgar
16 October 2024
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Mark made such a difference to our 2 border collies in a single visit! He was patient, understanding and explained his techniques really well. Highly recommended his service!
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Christian
30 September 2024
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Sarah Walsh
30 September 2024
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Very helpful and knows what he’s talking about! Highly recommend to anyone looking for a dog trainer
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Bridie Mclennan
23 September 2024
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Mark was incredibly helpful in addressing all of my concerns about my dog. After hearing mixed opinions from various trainers about different techniques, I was pleasantly surprised by how simple and straightforward the process was with Mark. He managed to correct all of my dog’s behaviors in just one session, and provided me with a clear plan to continue making progress. I'm extremely satisfied with both the service and the results!
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Sarah Bays
13 September 2024
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Mark is an absolute lifesaver! He has lots of options and ideas to suit our pup and has left us feeling confident about responding to our dog more effectively so we can correct the behaviours we were struggling with.
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rachael kershler
13 September 2024
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I reached out to Mark looking for help for our pups separation anxiety, was able to secure an appointment super quick. Mark arrived and from the moment he entered our home started his training. He was super thorough with info and recommendations, tips & tricks. I instantly saw a change with my dogs behaviour and with continual encouragement, reinforcement and training - my dog quickly learnt and we have since had no intense barking when we leave the house or pacing! Reggie now sits on the couch, calm and has full roam of the house! We cant believe it, in just one session we broke through the issue and everyone is much happier now :) highly recommend Mark!
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Anthony Haddad
3 September 2024
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Spent two hours with Mark this morning and my 8-week Havanese is more receptive to training. Mark was able to provide tips to accelerate toilet training and drive the right social behaviors. We also walked through pen / crate optimisations which were a massive help - Alfie is already using his space correctly. We initially struggled to reduce his anxiety and contain toilet accidents but with some minor adjustments I'm confident Mark's advice will iron those issues out over time. I can already see the things I was doing wrong and feel much more confident handling my pup. Mark is very professional and I couldn't recommend him more.
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Hayden Yung
29 August 2024
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Snowy learned not to bark at the postman, at the ringing of the doorbell, at someone knocking at the door in less than two hours. Mark was great with our Japanese spitz and went above and beyond to help. I would highly recommend Mark + The Sydney Dog Trainer. The two hour visit was highly insightful and nothing short of a miracle. We will continue to use Mark’s techniques to consolidate our dog’s greatly improved behaviour. Thank you, Mark!
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Cairine Haslam
30 July 2024
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Highly recommended!
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Jordan Stout
16 July 2024
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Mark is absolutely fantastic! Our dog has been a completely different dog since our session with Mark. He taught us how to understand our dog, Jatz and found the right tools that work for our him, this was so helpful and Jatz has been so well behaved ever since! We are forever grateful Mark!
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Pat Bejjani
15 July 2024
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I called to enquire about puppy training and Mark answered the call. He spent 15 minutes of his time understanding where our 12 wk old toy poodle is up to with our training to finally be honest and say we are actually doing a great job and he doesnt need help and no need to spend the money. He also gave me tips related to dog socialising and size importance. I really appreciate your honestly and although we might not need the help now, if ever needed will call on and recommend your services.
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Connor Matthews
14 July 2024
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Absolute genius! Our dog improved within half an hour of work and over the 7 days is a very well behaved dog.
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Jessica Beyer
3 July 2024
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Mark was incredibly flexible and accommodating with changes to our scheduled meeting, as well as highly knowledgeable and very helpful with the issues we wanted to discuss. Highly recommend his training services for your doggo!
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Peter Semrany
27 June 2024
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Great trainer - highly recommend
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Katrina Mottee
27 May 2024
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Having Mark come to our home and teach us puppy training in the context of our home environment was so beneficial. We could ask the questions that were most pressing for us and receive Mark's practical, expert advice. Mark is very experienced and knowledgeable. We highly recommend The Sydney Dog Trainer!
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Leanne Finn
20 May 2024
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Sabrina McDonald
17 May 2024
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Amazing experience with Mark.. We were training our timid dog well however needed some extra tips and behavioural assistance with a new baby on the way. Mark helped us a lot to know some additional things we wouldn’t have thought about! Thanks Mark :)
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Leanne Finn
14 May 2024
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We are so thankful we found Mark! We haven't been able to walk our small dog for a while as he was overstimulated and would bite other dogs. From the minute we met Mark, our dog was at instant ease and so were we. Mark is very knowledgeable, Passionate and gave us great tools, clear instructions and information to continue working with at home. At the end of our session, we walked away with a new dog, and we walked away so confident and happy. Mark is the best in the business, and I would highly recommend him! Thank you, Mark,
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fiona billington
28 April 2024
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I was at a loss with my French Bulldog’s high level aggression at guests coming to the front door and having my arm pulled out of socket when walking. Mark came over and with in the session I had a totally different dog. Can’t recommend Mark enough. His instructions were clear and getting to do them under his watch really helped me and my dog. THANK YOU Mark
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Kathryn
20 April 2024
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Learning how to communicate effectively with our pup has been a life saver. Less frustration for us and her! And behavior has improved drastically, the ongoing phone support is a great benefit. If you think you’ve tried it all, Give Mark a call.

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