Training with Mady

Training with Mady Qualified Dog trainer who educates owners on the use of positive training. With each new client, I tailor my methods to match your goals.

I am a qualified canine trainer, who educates owners on the use of positive training to strengthen their relationship and communication with their dog. I use scientifically proven training methods to positively reinforce desired behaviours from your dog and to diminish undesirable behaviours. I do not train using fear or ‘dominance- based’ methods, I use positive reinforcement and calm, confident

energy to create well balanced, reliable and obedient canine companions. Your dog will learn consistency with obedience commands and become focused and responsive in new environments. As a result, we will create coherent and transparent communication between owner and dog and make life with your dog happier and stress free. My years of experience contributes to our training together, to create a well-balanced dog who feels confident and comfortable in daily life and understands what you expect and ask for. Qualifications / Experience:
Spirit Dog Training - Tackling Reactivity (2021)
Spirit Dog Training - Hyper Activity Helper (2021)
Spirit Dog Training - Separation Solutions (2021)
BCCS - Diploma of Canine Behaviour (2020)
Animal Manager at Central bark (2018)
Absolute Dogs - Boundary Games (2018)
Sniffer Workshop with Debby Kay – Detection Dog Training (2017)
Head Dog Trainer & Handler at Top Dog Day care (2014 - 2018)

24/08/2026

She got me good guys .

24/08/2026

There’s a plethora of exercises to teach your dog from chasing birds - this is a super easy level 1 exercise to help disengagement

23/08/2026

Let’s do some shopping !

22/08/2026

I have always loved teaching obedience and real world communication to my own dog and clients dogs.
But I hear owners say “I don’t want my dog to be a robot.”

Training and communication systems aren’t about creating a robot.
(That sounds super lame and boring and personally I wouldn’t be interested in teaching that 😅😅 )
They’re about creating a dog who understands you, trusts you and can make good choices so you can give them more freedom, not less.

A solid recall means they can run off lead.
A reliable “leave it” means they can explore more safely.
Clear communication means they can understand what’s expected of them in the real world.

The goal isn’t a dog who never gets to be a dog.

The goal is a dog who can be a dog with more freedom, because you trust them to handle it.

19/08/2026

Practice what you peach. 🤣🤣

19/08/2026

If you’re constantly saying your dog’s name, there’s a good chance they’ve learned to tune it out.

“Buddy… Buddy… BUDDY… BUDDY!” 😂

Their name shouldn’t be background noise it should be a cue that means “check in with me.”

Try this instead:

Say their name once → JACKPOT! 🎰 🍪

Keep it easy, keep it rewarding, and don’t waste their name by repeating it over and over when they’re not responding.

Build the habit when there are minimal distractions first, then gradually make it harder.

Save this one and practise it for 2 minutes a day. 🐶

16/08/2026

Second walk with Link 💯

16/08/2026

Just Sunday evening things 😅

14/08/2026

Level 1 recall! Keeping it SUPER SIMPLE.

Have: long line & rewards (toy or food)

1- Say their name and come #
2- YES the moment they acknowledge you
3- Keep moving backwards and get excited

11/08/2026

💡 THE LIGHT SWITCH CONCEPT

Think of your dog’s commands like a light switch.

“SIT” = LIGHT ON 💡

Once you give the command, the behaviour is ON. Your dog stays in that position until you tell them the behaviour is finished.

“FREE… OKAY, BREAK!” = LIGHT OFF 💡

The release cue switches the behaviour OFF.

Your dog shouldn’t decide when the command ends - you do.

This applies to your sits, downs, stays, place, waits… pretty much any behaviour you want your dog to hold with clarity.

Train the ON.
Teach the OFF. 💡

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