Playful Paws: Training & Wellness

Playful Paws: Training & Wellness Bringing out the best in your best friend. Helping you to have an awesome family member that you are proud to take everywhere with you! More Places. More Often.

Megs Hopman, founder, has a work history in both the disability sector and human behaviour, as well as a complete understanding of dogs. She is university qualified to manage and deliver an exceptional service. This business is unique in that it focuses on dog training as well as empowering and educating dog parents. The business understands that everyone has an individual journey with their dog a

nd adapts their services accordingly. Playful Paws is the ‘go to’ for dog training and behaviour in East Gippsland, with people proud to say their dogs have been trained with them. The business has continued to adapt and evolve through consultation with the community which has contributed to rapid growth of the business. The bright green paw is forefront of everyone’s mind when they think of training with their dog. We offer a personalised services and our vision is to see More Dogs.

14/06/2026

A busy afternoon at Puppy Kinder! 🐾💚

Today’s dogs were busy practicing their social skills, learning how to interact appropriately with different play styles and personalities. Through supervised play, they learn important lessons about communication, confidence, and making good choices around other dogs.

Puppy Kinder is more than just playtime- it’s a chance for dogs to build lifelong skills while having fun with their friends. 🐶✨

📍6 Macleod St
⏱️ Monday - Friday | 7:30am - 5:30pm

Book now ⬇️
https://www.playfulpaws.com.au/doggie-daycare/

13/06/2026

Snow showing off a beautiful loose lead walk in heel position during her Assistance Dog Training. 🐾✨

A strong heel is an important skill for assistance dogs, helping them navigate busy environments calmly and confidently alongside their handler. Through positive reinforcement and teamwork, dogs learn the skills needed to support greater independence and everyday life.

At Playful Paws, our Assistance Dog Program helps build a strong bond between handler and dog while developing the skills required to become a qualified assistance dog team. 💙

Interested in learning more about our Assistance Dog Training Program? Get in touch with our team today.

📞 0421 641 138
📩 [email protected]

12/06/2026

Quinny was on a mission today… waiting patiently for a Puppachino and absolutely refusing to move until it arrived! 😂🐶☕

If your dog loves a tasty treat and a fun outing, be sure to stop by the Playful Paws Puppachinos Van! From delicious puppachinos to plenty of tail wags, it’s the perfect way to spoil your four-legged friend. 🐾

Come say hello and treat your pup to their favourite drink! 💚

Fintan enjoying a well-earned puppachino ☕🐾The perfect post-training treat! Whether your dog has just finished class or ...
12/06/2026

Fintan enjoying a well-earned puppachino ☕🐾

The perfect post-training treat! Whether your dog has just finished class or you’re stopping by for a visit, our puppachinos are always a tail-wagging favourite. 😋🐶

Pop in, grab a coffee for yourself and a puppachino for your pup, and enjoy some quality time together. 💙🐕

📍6 Macleod St
⏱️ Weekdays 9am–1pm | Saturdays 8am–11am
(Available for events)

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12/06/2026

Snow was trying her absolute hardest to convince Tommy to play this afternoon at Puppy Kinder! 😂🐾

While Tommy wasn’t quite as enthusiastic, Snow wasn’t giving up without a fight. These social interactions are such an important part of Puppy Kinder, helping dogs learn how to communicate, read each other’s body language, and develop appropriate play skills with other dogs. 🐶💚

Not every dog wants to play the same way, and that’s okay! Learning when to engage, when to give space, and how to interact politely are all valuable life skills that help dogs become confident and social companions.

At Puppy Kinder, dogs enjoy supervised play, training sessions, mental enrichment, and plenty of opportunities to build their social skills in a safe and supportive environment. 🌟

Book now⬇️
https://www.playfulpaws.com.au/doggie-daycare/

🎓 Congratulations Leo on graduating from Primary Paws! 🐾💚Leo has worked hard over the past 6 weeks, learning valuable sk...
11/06/2026

🎓 Congratulations Leo on graduating from Primary Paws! 🐾💚

Leo has worked hard over the past 6 weeks, learning valuable skills to help him navigate the teenage dog stage. From building focus around distractions and polite greetings to improving lead walking and strengthening his bond with his humans, he has made fantastic progress! 🌟

The adolescent stage can be challenging, but with patience, consistency, and the right guidance, dogs like Leo can grow into calm, confident companions. We are so proud of everything he has achieved and can’t wait to see what he learns next!

Well done, Leo! 🐶🎉

📍6 Macleod St
⏱️ Thursdays 5:30pm

Molli and Archie and their humans practicing dog-to-dog social skills at Social Saturday 🐾😊These sessions are all about ...
11/06/2026

Molli and Archie and their humans practicing dog-to-dog social skills at Social Saturday 🐾😊

These sessions are all about teaching dogs and their owners how to confidently and calmly interact with other dogs. From learning polite greetings to building focus around distractions, every step helps create positive experiences for both dogs and humans. 🐶💚

Great work from Molli and Archie! 🌟🐕

For more information on Social Saturdays ⬇️
https://www.playfulpaws.com.au/group-dog-training/

A big congratulations to the winner of our raffle! 🎉🐾We loved seeing the excitement as they collected their prize. Thank...
10/06/2026

A big congratulations to the winner of our raffle! 🎉🐾

We loved seeing the excitement as they collected their prize. Thank you to everyone who entered and supported us - keep an eye out for more fun giveaways and events coming soon! 💙

09/06/2026

Chuckie finding the perfect spot to roll around after training 😆🐾

After all that hard work in class, sometimes a good roll in the grass is the best reward! 🌱💚 Whether it’s practicing new skills or just enjoying the great outdoors, Chuckie knows how to make the most of his training sessions. 🐶✨

Want to build your dog’s skills while having fun? Check out our group training classes below ⬇️

https://www.playfulpaws.com.au/group-dog-training/

🎓 Super happy to finally graduate Primary Paws! 🐾 Congratulations to Lenny and his parents 🐶✨Got a teenage dog who sudde...
09/06/2026

🎓 Super happy to finally graduate Primary Paws! 🐾 Congratulations to Lenny and his parents 🐶✨

Got a teenage dog who suddenly seems to have forgotten everything they learned? 😅 Primary Paws is designed to help you navigate adolescence, build focus, improve manners, and strengthen your bond through positive training.

🐾 Suitable for dogs 6 months+
🐾 All breeds, sizes & temperaments welcome
🐾 Learn real-life skills, confidence & calm behaviour

Ready to help your teenager become an amazing adult dog? We’d love to see you in class! 💚

📍6 Macleod St
⏱️ Thursdays 5:30pm

Book now ⬇️
https://www.playfulpaws.com.au/group-dog-training/

Address

6 Macleod Street
Bairnsdale, VIC
3875

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+61421641138

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