Underdog Training and Behaviour Consulting

Underdog Training and Behaviour Consulting is a Melbourne-based dog training practice focused on improving the lives of companion dogs and their families through gentle, evidence-based positive reinforcement methods. Led by nationally qualified trainer Tamara Jackman, they run a range of group obedience classes — including Puppy Pre-School, Underdog Primary, Novice and Elementary — designed to build socialisation, basic manners and off-lead reliability, plus agility classes for physically healthy dogs. For more tailored help they offer private one-on-one training and behaviour consultations addressing issues like fear, anxiety, aggression and destructive behaviour, as well as training walks that practice obedience in real-life environments. They also provide specific family-focused services such as “When Freddy Meets Fido” to assist with introducing new babies and “Select-A-Dog” guidance for choosing a suitable dog. To support continued learning, Underdog stocks quality training aids and equipment and maintains an online video library of training resources, tips and instructional content. Clients report stronger bonds with their dogs and meaningful behaviour improvements, reflecting the practice’s non-judgmental, supportive approach that aims to make training effective and enjoyable for both dogs and owners.