Puppy Development & Positive Reinforcement Training
Hi, I'm Lisa. I'm a Canine Behaviour Consultant and a Nationally Accredited dog trainer based in Stanthorpe on the Southern Downs, QLD. I specialise in Puppy Development and Positive Reinforcement Training to build strong foundations thereby setting dogs up for a lifetime of confidence, stability communication skills, and emotional resilience.
My training approach is science based and force free, using positive reinforcement in the form of rewards, to teach dogs and puppies desirable behaviours whilst avoiding the use of punishment, intimidation, and fear.
My approach focuses not only on supporting and educating owners to teach behaviours, but on understanding each dog as an individual and creating positive, lasting associations with the world around them and their handlers.
POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT
POSITIVE RESULTS
Understanding, Motivating, and Building Connection
As a Positive Reinforcement trainer, my goal is to:
- Read Your Dog’s Body Language:
Observing your dog’s physical cues and responses to gauge their emotional state and comfort levels. - Identify Learning Style:
Recognizing what motivates and satisfies your dog to tailor training methods to suit how your dog learns best. - Enhance Relationships:
Working together to strengthen the bond between you, your family, and your dog, creating a joyful and fulfilling connection.
Private Training
Conducted in the familiar environment of your home/yard to minimise distraction and maximise learning.
Set for Success offers the following courses:
Puppy Fundamental Course
For puppies up to 20 weeks of age.
Consists of 6 x 45min lessons.
Training Fundamentals
For dogs over the age of 20 weeks.
Consists of a 1hr Behaviour Consultation followed by 4 x 1hr lessons.
Good Manners
For dogs who need to learn calm, and impulse control.
Consists of a 1 hr Behavioural Consultation followed by a minimum of 4 x 1hr lessons.
Group Training
For dogs who are already trained in Fundamentals and have what it takes to be Courteous Canines,
join in our group classes to work towards a Courteous Canine Certificate.
Creating positive members of theCanine Community
The Courteous Canine is a certification program designed to evaluate dogs and their handlers in simulated everyday situations in public places. It assesses handling, behaviour, training, and demeanour in a relaxed public environment.
The goal is to identify and reward dogs who exhibit the qualities necessary to be reliable family members and stable community members who demonstrate good manners in a public space.
Benefits of achieving aCourteous Canine Certification
- Cooperates effectively:
Allows dogs to interact well with others, including vets and groomers. - skill development:
Lays the foundation for specialized training (e.g. therapy dog certification). - Fortifies partnership:
Strengthens the dog’s bond with their handlers by becoming polite and respectful community members. - Boosts abilities and respect:
Improves handler’s skills and consideration towards other dog owners and the public.
Achieving certification indicates that a dog is well-behaved, trained, and socially adept and that the handler recognises the responsibilities of taking a dog out in public.
Courteous Canine classes are conducted at the Stanthorpe Railway Station precinct on Saturday afternoons - for applications to enrol, please use contact form or email lisa@setforsuccess.au.
