The Dog Project

15/10/2026

Some great info on helping our ageing dogs thrive.

As our dogs age, changes in strength, mobility and physical function can gradually impact their comfort, confidence and quality of life. While slowing down is often considered a normal part of ageing, many of these changes can be positively influenced through early intervention, targeted exercise and appropriate management strategies.

Drawing on real-life clinical examples, we’ll demonstrate how small, consistent changes can make a significant difference to a dog’s long-term physical health and wellbeing.

Register today https://www.ppgaustralia.net.au/event-6874881

09/10/2026

Bundi, Buzz & Shirley graduated Puppy Preschool last week. Congratulations cuties!!

Dog Skills is back from tomorrow too: looking forward to seeing Buzz join in those classes too ♡

25/09/2026

Our Dog Skills Albion Park crew finished the term with lots of fun exploring new equipment. Clever, confident pups 🤩

Term 4 kicks off from 10 October - see website for details!

21/09/2026

Levels 3 & 4 celebrated the end of Term by meeting up for a social walk (& train!) at Flagstaff Hill on Saturday. A great chance to put the great work at our training grounds into practice ♡

Term 3 winds up this week (still a Tues & Thurs class), with Term 4 back from 10 Oct.

Book into Term 4 via our website:
New clients: https://thedogproject.com.au/dog-skills/
Returning clients: https://thedogproject.dogbizpro.com/Public/Registration/Packages.aspx

18/09/2026

Now for our latest Puppy Preschool graduates 🎓
Django, Romeo, Penny & Murphy graduated from Kiama Vets on Wednesday night whilst Clover, Teddy, Louis & Millie graduated from Companion Animal Vet Hospital on Monday night.

Congratulations pups! 🤩😍

Our next courses start Saturday morning 19.9 in West Wollongong, Wednesday 23.9 in Kiama & Monday 28.9 in Dapto. Details on our website www.thedogproject.com.au/puppy-training/

16/09/2026

Puppies!!
Catching up on some Puppy Preschool graduate portraits 🤩
Congratulations to Basil, Kali, Remi, Dolly, Ruby, Gus, Maverick, Mocha & Penny!
(Monday's graduates to come soon).

Make sure your pup gets the best start in life - we've got our next Puppy Preschool kicking off this Saturday 19th September in West Wollongong. ♡
Info & bookings on our website.

15/09/2026

Emerging from 3 days of learning & networking at Pet Professional Guild Australia 's 2026 Conference. It was such a joy to be part of the organising committee. I was blown away by this year's speakers, including international guests Tom Mitchell & Predation Substitute Training - Simone Mueller , but also awesome Aussie presenters across the behaviour vet, research, conservation, parrot & feline fields. Presenters were so generous with their knowledge & time, & all presentations were a great combination of theory & practice, so expect some new angles and games in classes & consults!

I caught up with other local dog trainers/behaviourists including Emily from Switched on Dog Training, Bek from Activate Dog Training & Sonia & Bobbi from Sonia Says Sit. Plus so many awesome industry friends from across the country.

AND some of our clients were lucky enough to work directly with Tom in the Workshops - see if you can spot Jena, Oakley & Poppy.

Thank you to the rest of the PPGA organising committee, & committee members who helped everything run smoothly over the weekend. Volunteering really can bring joy, and I absolutely share PPGA's passion for continuing education.

12/09/2026

Iona & Wolfie graduated Beginners K9 Nose Work this week. Congratulations you super sniffers ♡♡

08/09/2026

Pending approval we hope to be co-hosting a NW3 Trial in about a month :)

Pending ACSW approval...NW3 trial in Tahmoor, NSW on 11 October 2026

31/08/2026

Playing catch up on some Dog Skills Level graduates 🎓 across both our Fairy Meadow & Albion Park venues.

Congratulations to Cali & Tapas who recently headed to Level 3, & Stormy, Mysty & Gypsy to Level 2!