Real Life, Real Dogs, Real Change
👋 Hi, I’m Dee — balanced dog trainer, vet nurse, behaviour geek, and passionate advocate for misunderstood dogs and their people.
After years working in the veterinary world, I realised what lit me up wasn’t just helping dogs physically — it was helping them behaviourally, emotionally, and psychologically. I saw firsthand how dogs were often misread, mishandled, and misunderstood — and I knew I could change that.
So I did.
“Progress over perfection, always.”
“To create calm, confident dogs and empowered owners through practical training, compassionate understanding, and a deep respect for the canine mind.”
💬 Our Mission
“Success lies in meeting your dog where they’re at, not where you wish they were.”
It started with a Staffy x Mastiff named Angel.
She was powerful, stubborn, and, let’s be honest — totally ruled the house. I made every puppy mistake in the book. Cute mouthing became dangerous lunging. Rules? What rules? And when I brought home Tina the greyhound (a sweet, confused soul who didn’t even know how to be a dog), everything changed.
Angel didn’t want to share me. And Tina was terrified.
That’s when I became the advocate — not just a dog owner.
I learned, trained, studied, and kept showing up. Today, Angel and Tina co-exist peacefully. They taught me that success isn’t perfection — it’s progress, understanding, and presence.
Now I teach that to my clients — and their dogs.
🐶Why I Do What I Do
“Each dog deserves to feel seen, safe, and understood”
“A world where dogs are seen, heard, and understood — not corrected for being dogs, but guided to succeed in our human lives.”
💬 Our Vision
🤝 How I Work
I’m a balanced trainer, which means I use a combination of positive reinforcement and clear boundaries. I train real dogs, in real homes, with real people. That includes working parents, reactive rescues, bouncy puppies, and every tail-wagger in between.
Your dog doesn’t have to be perfect — they just need a leader who understands them.
And that’s where I come in.
“Calm is a skill—let’s teach it together.”
Training should be functional, fun, and fair.
Every dog deserves to be understood.
Your life matters too — we train for your lifestyle.
You are your dog’s advocate, and I’m here to help you step into that role.
🧡 What I Believe
“Messy moments make great stories—and even better dogs.”
🐾 Why Choose Us?
“The help you need, when your dog needs it most - working together.”
🧭 Core Values
🐾 Respect the Dog
Honour their instincts and individuality
We honour every dog’s individuality. We train in a way that works with their needs, not against them.
At the heart of everything I do are values that shape every session, every strategy, and every success. These are more than words — they’re my compass when guiding both ends of the lead.
💬 Real Talk
No filters. No shame. Just support.
No shame. No fluff. No filtered “perfect dog” promises. Just honest support and training that fits your lifestyle.
👨👩👧👦 Empower the Human
You matter just as much as your dog
We don’t just train dogs — we teach people. We support your confidence, consistency, and growth every step of the way.
🔄 Balanced Methods
Fair, consistent, and compassionate
We believe in structured, fair training that blends clear guidance with compassion — not extremes. Every dog and human deserves that balance.
🧠 Understand First
Every behaviour has a reason
Every behaviour has a reason. We aim to uncover the why behind the action so we can guide better outcomes, not just reactions.
Say Hello
Want to join a community of real-life dog lovers navigating the ups, downs, and training wins together?
Pop your email in and let’s stay connected. Tips, tools, and the occasional dog-fuelled laugh — no spam, no fluff, just the good stuff.
“Connection first. Confidence second. Compliance third.”