Private Consultations

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Private Consultations

Get the one on one support you and your dog need

Specifically designed for your dogs needs.

Ongoing Support and Programs for Your Dog’s Success

At Advance Behavioural Training, we are committed to your dog’s long-term success. Once we’ve worked with you and your dog, your dedicated behavioural trainer will be available for ongoing support. Whether you have a quick question about your dog’s progress or need guidance on specific situations, we’re just a call or message away.

We understand that training doesn’t end after one session or program, which is why we may recommend joining one of our other tailored programs. These are designed to provide ongoing learning opportunities for your dog, ensuring they continue to develop their skills, confidence, and good manners in various environments.

Our additional programs include group training classes, specialized workshops, and our behavioural rehabilitation program to address any new challenges as they arise. From puppies to adult dogs, our flexible programs help you stay on track, no matter where you are in your dog’s journey.

If you’re looking for expert guidance, personalized care, and a variety of ongoing learning options, Advance Behavioural Training is the perfect partner for you and your dog. Contact us today to learn more about how our services can provide long-term support for all your dog’s needs.

Not only do we offer one-on-one consults for puppy set-ups and all manner of behavioural issues but we also can provide you with support to get your dog ready to be your Service/Assistance Dog. 

We can give you ongoing advice and plans to give your dog the tools to become your biggest support and then to pass their Public Access Test which is accredited with the Dog & Cat Management board.

Training your dog to be a Service/Assistance Dog?

Are you looking for a space that genuinely cares about the wellbeing and progress of your dog?

We’d love to hear from you and see how we can help.

FAQ’s

A private dog behaviour consult is designed to tackle the real-life issues that are making day-to-day life with your dog stressful or unpredictable. This can include things like excessive barking, pulling on the lead, jumping on guests, anxiety, reactivity, aggression, and more. If it’s impacting your relationship with your dog or causing you stress and embarrassment, we can help.

Because the session is fully personalised, we focus on what you are dealing with right now, not a generic training plan. By the end of your consult, you’ll have practical, easy-to-follow strategies tailored to your dog and your home in Adelaide and a long term plan for ongoing progression. A lot can change in one session, and while training takes time and commitment, you can start seeing change and believing in a better life with your dog almost immediately.

Yes, a single consult can make a significant difference, especially when you’ve been feeling stuck or unsure what to do. Often, behaviour problems continue simply because owners haven’t been shown the right approach for their specific dog.

During your session, you’ll gain clarity on why your dog is behaving the way they are and exactly how to respond. Many clients feel immediate relief after the consult because they finally have a clear plan. With consistent follow-through, you can quickly move from frustration and guesswork to feeling confident, in control, and able to enjoy your dog again.

Your session is practical, hands-on, and focused on real results. We start by understanding your dog’s behaviour, your routine, and the situations where things are going wrong. This means that we can tailor the training to you, and not apply a generic training plan.

From there, you’ll be guided step-by-step through proven techniques you can use in your everyday life. Whether that’s at home, on walks, or when visitors arrive, we’ll give clear explanations and expert guidance. You’ll have the chance to practice during the session, so you leave feeling confident and empowered, not overwhelmed.

By the end, you won’t just have “tips”. You’ll have a clear action plan for ongoing training that fits into your lifestyle, making it easier to create a calmer, happier home.

Absolutely. Every dog and every household is different, which is why a private consult focuses entirely on your situation. The advice you receive is based on your dog’s temperament, your goals, and how your home and daily routine actually work.

This means the strategies are realistic and achievable, not something that only works in a training class. The result is a plan that feels natural to follow and leads to meaningful changes, like a dog that listens better, settles more easily, and fits more smoothly into your life.

One of the biggest advantages of a private consult is flexibility. Having sessions where the behaviour occuring allows us to offer practical, real-world management strategies tailored to your exact environment.

By working with you on-site, we can see how your dog responds within your home or everyday settings and provide clear, realistic management strategies that fit naturally into your space and routine. This might include how to handle visitors at the door, manage behaviour in the backyard, or improve walks around your local area.

Being in your environment means the advice is specific, practical, and easy to apply, so you can start making changes that feel natural and effective straight away, confident in how to apply them in your own space.

Yes! This is very common, and it doesn’t stop us from making real progress. Even if your dog doesn’t display the exact behaviour during the session, we can usually identify the underlying patterns, triggers, and responses that are driving it.

By combining what we observe on the day with what you tell us about your dog’s behaviour in different situations, we’re able to investigate what’s really going on and start building a clear plan to modify it. Our experience means we’re not relying on a single moment, we’re looking at the bigger picture.

You’ll still come away with practical, tailored strategies you can apply in the situations where the behaviour does occur, so you feel prepared, confident, and in control when it matters most.

Yes, you’ll leave with a clear, structured training plan you can start using straight away. Everything is broken down into simple, practical steps so you know exactly what to do and when to do it. Your written training plan will also include further information about your dog and their behaviour, as well as guidance and recommendations for progression and ongoing training so you don’t plateau.

Instead of feeling overwhelmed or unsure, you’ll feel confident that you’re taking the right approach. This clarity makes it much easier to stay consistent, which is the key to long-term behaviour change.

The result? Less second-guessing, less stress, and a dog that becomes easier to live with day by day.

Many owners notice small but meaningful improvements almost immediately, especially once they start applying the right techniques consistently.

While every dog is different, the biggest change early on is often in you: your confidence, your understanding, and your ability to respond effectively. That shift alone can quickly influence your dog’s behaviour.

Over the following days and weeks, as you apply what you’ve learned, you can expect to see your dog becoming calmer, more responsive, and easier to manage, turning stressful situations into ones you feel in control of.

No. private behaviour consults are suitable for dogs of all ages and behavioural needs. Whether you have a young dog developing unwanted habits or an older dog with long-standing behaviour issues, the approach is tailored to meet them where they are.

We have extensive experience working with dogs across a wide range of behavioural challenges. No matter how overwhelming or severe the issue may feel, we focus on understanding the behaviour in front of us and providing practical, achievable steps to start making progress.

It’s never “too early” or “too late” to improve behaviour. With the right guidance, you can help your dog learn better habits and create a more relaxed, enjoyable life together, no matter their age or behaviour.

Product of the Month

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The very popular chew treat is on sale for the month of April!
 
Pig’s Ears are a popular and nutritious chew option for dogs, offering dental benefits and a source of protein in a natural form. Always choose appropriate-sized ears for your dog’s size and supervise their chewing to ensure safety.
 
They are highly digestible compared to rawhide, supporting muscle development and healthy skin/coats. These treats are ideal for, but not limited to, senior dogs.

Purchase throughout April and receive 10% off your purchase. 
 
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Available in store or online!