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The Mindful Dog

Education for modern puppy parents.



Have you brought a cute little bundle of fur home…
and suddenly realise this might not be all cuddles and fun?
Parenting a baby dog or adolescent canine does not come naturally.

It's better to know who dogs are, why they do what they do, and what dogs really need - especially puppies - before you get one. Because truthfully, the root causes of common "puppy problems" are fueled by our unrealistic expectations; a misunderstood puppy who ended up in an environment that does not meet their species-specific welfare needs (biological, physical, social, emotional).

Renae can help you to understand your puppy and explore creative ways to bridge the gap between our world and their needs. She can teach you how to parent your pup effectively based on their individual L.E.G.S.
Offering an applied canine ethology, welfare-first approach, encourging clarity, consistency and kindness. This way you can enjoy life with your puppy from day one.

Our in-person puppy parenting classes are held on Sundays in Crows Nest (NSW) on Sydney's Lower North Shore.
Puppy 1 classes are indoors at our Mindful Puppy School venue.
Puppy 2 classes are outdoors in Crows Nest (NSW).

Enrol for Puppy Parenting Classes


Our in-person private coaching sessions in Crows Nest (NSW) - usually outdoors - indoors if your puppy is not fully yet vaccinated.
During the week Renae also provides online consultations to answer common puppy parenting questions and offer support to overcome "New Puppy Blues" and "Separation Struggles".

Book 1-on-1 Private Coaching

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Mindful Puppy School
In-Person Puppy Classes & Individual Support

Your new puppy is pure potential!
And… is learning 24/7. So don't delay enrolling into puppy parenting classes until your puppy is fully vaccinated. You need the puppy parenting knowledge now, in order to prevent problems and give your furry family member the best possible start in life.

Learn how you can fully enjoy your new puppy experience, by avoiding common mistakes.
Set yourself and your puppy up for success,
with the least amount of stress…
and the least amount of mess.

Details of our Puppy School Classes


Not ready to commit to Puppy School yet? Check out our Puppy Training Day Planner. This editable Google Sheets template is a handy tool to create your personalised puppy training plan.
It focuses on the essential puppy priorities during the first 4 weeks of your new puppy parenting life.

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8-Week Separation Success Program

Dogs are social animals, and that is why feeling confident, safe and secure when left alone, does not come natural to them. Separation related problems in family dogs are very common, and often go unrecognised in our modern dog population.

If you have noticed that your puppy or dog struggles when you go out of sight, or if you have received notes from your neighbours about your dog's continuous barking when left home alone, it's time to seek professional help.

Details of our Separation Success Program

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Loose Leash Walking Workshops

Learn to walk together, so you can both enjoy a relaxing stroll.
Over this 4-week workshop we cover everything, from the most basic concepts, to more advanced skills in walking your puppy.

Starting in a low distraction environment, honing your leash handling and communication skills, we will gradually work our way up, venturing out into more distracting environments, based on you and your puppy's acquired skill level.

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Our clients are amazing!

Here are a few examples of nice things our clients have said about our puppy school and separation anxiety dog training.

You can read more client testimonials here.

"I can't say thank you enough to Renae. Our little pup Junior missed a few classes due to illness but Renae went out of her way to check in and help catch us up on the things we had missed. We learnt so much valuable information and Junior is now a very well behaved pup.
The puppy classes were great fun!
Thanks again Renae!"

Suzi, Jon-Paul & Junior The Havanese - Puppy I

"What a brilliant experience! Love the approach of the trainer and the way she shaped the class based on the needs of each dog. We went to a different school for our first dog and the difference is significant - cannot recommend enough.

Our puppy learnt so much on such a small amount of time, really sad it's over but will back for some play dates!"

Damien & Cutlet the Boston Terrier - Puppy II

Can't find the answer you need?

If you have any further questions about our services and how we can help you and your dog, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Email us
woof@mindful.dog
Call us
+61(0)423 623 302
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