Dog & Puppy Training

Hi, my name is Dan. As one of Auckland's leading dog trainers I’ll show you the simplest, gentlest and most natural way of changing your dog’s behaviour. I don't use any force, fear or aggression when training your dog or puppy which is why this method is fully endorsed by the SPCA of New Zealand.
 
If you live outside Auckland or New Zealand I can still help, just give me a call and I can explain how.

Helping the SPCA Save Lives

"We are been blessed to have discovered Doggy Dan and his kind and gentle methods to assist us in Saving Lives of our SPCA dogs.

Many of the dogs that come to us have behavioural problems that we need to deal with before we can safely place them in a ‘forever home’. Both SPCA staff and potential new families benefit from Dan’s simple method – a fantastic basis for living with and training your dog.

Dan has given SPCA's access to his video website to equip them with the tools they need to Save Lives – because dog aggression or just ‘naughtiness’ can mean the difference between life and death for a stray or an unwanted dog. Passing on this method to the dog’s new home can also mean the difference between a happy homing or the dog being returned to us.

I fully recommend Doggy Dan and this method"
- Robyn Kippenberger

Find out more about my dog training method in this video

Want to eliminate any unwanted behaviour without force, fear or aggression?

 
As we work together your dog will respond in a way you have never seen before. You will see your dog change their behaviour of their own free will.
 
As a dog trainer I will show you how to calmly establish yourself as the leader by giving your dog the signals it understands. Then once you are a worthy leader in the eyes of your dog we will be in a position to start changing its behaviour.
 

Put an end to that barking, biting, jumping, stress and pulling

 
We shall remove the stress that so often accompanies behavioural problems and begin to provide your dog with the life it deserves by using clear instructions and signals that your dog understands. Watch the video right here of me helping a fearful dog on TV3...
 
When it comes to dog training the best form of control is your dog's own self-control. With more respect from your dog you will notice a change in its attitude from a power struggle to one of co-operation.
 
Whether you are trying to eliminate unwanted behaviour or training a new command you will now be on the same team and working together to achieve the same goal.
 

What can I help you with?

 
If you would like help then I would be more than happy to run a home consultation. During this I cover off everything there is to do with dog and puppy training for example...
 
Dog Training: I can help you with every type of dog problem and show you how to prevent any unwanted behaviour to ensure a happier and more relaxed dog. Regardless of the breed, age or problems I guarantee you'll end up with a completely different dog by following the simple steps I show you.
 
Puppy Training: If you have a puppy I can show you the kind and gentle way to train them and get off to the right start. By understanding how to establish yourself as the pack leader you will be ensuring that future problems don't occur.
 

I offer a permanent dog training solution... not a band aid

 
This is a method that eliminates unwanted behaviour through treating the cause of the problem, not just the symptom. During a home consultation I will show you the mind game that every dog is playing, the rules of the game and show you how to win. Once we have done this and won your dog’s mind then we are able to train your dog’s body and change its behaviour.
 
When you understand what signals you have been sending your dog you will realise why it has been behaving the way it has! Watching your dogs respond when we communicate to them using their own non verbal language is a wonderful experience.
 

How does the training work?

 
During a home consultation I come to your house and work with you and your dog in your natural environment.                                              
 
Visiting you in your home is extremely important as it allows me to observe your dog behaving in their usual manner with its usual stimulus and distractions.
 
Getting to the root cause

We will go through why your dog is behaving like he is. This is a key point because many dog trainers focus on the presenting problems or symptoms rather than the root cause of what’s really going on in your dog’s mind.
 
By understanding why your dog is behaving in a particular way it will be much easier to solve behavioural problems for good. One of the many advantages of being at your home is that we can tailor everything to meet your specific needs.
 
Free post consultation support
                                                 
After the consultation you will then receive        All Black Tony Woodcock
free access to my international dog training video membership site where you can ask any questions, recap the key points that we covered and gain access to masses of extra training videos.

If you need additional support that is not provided by the website then I am always at the end of the phone to talk you through your situation for the rest of your dogs life.
                                                
Where it is appropriate in consultations I shall bring along my two dogs Peanut and Inca to maximize the learning for everyone. You can find out more about a home consultation here or simply contact me to have a chat about you and your dog’s needs.

I’m always here to help you
 
As mentioned every very home consultation is backed up with free post consultation support via the phone or email and access to my video web site. If at any stage you want further advice, help and assistance or experience any other problems then I'm happy to help you by phone and email free of charge.
 

My dog training guarantee

 
"I personally guarantee that if you follow the simple dog training steps that I show you during the consultation you will end up with a completely different dog."
 
Dogs will always be dogs, however when you change the signals you are giving them, your dog will change its behaviour.

 
You can find out more about my guarantee on the home consultation page.

Still unsure?

Then click here to read what past clients have to say