Sally The Dog Trainer

Sally the Dog Trainer is a Melbourne-based dog training and behaviour consultancy led by Sally, an accredited trainer and behaviourist who blends practical experience with formal qualifications. She holds accreditation through the National Dog Trainers Federation, a Certificate III in Dog Behaviour and Training, a Bachelor of Zoology and Marine Ecology, a Pet First Aid certificate, and maintains insurance and an Australian National Character Check. With over six years working hands-on with dogs—in boarding kennels, adventure handling, and rehabilitating reactive dogs—Sally focuses on positive reinforcement and science-informed techniques. Services are tailored and practical: a 90-minute in-home Initial Assessment ($200) to map a dog’s motivations and needs; 45-minute Single Sessions ($140) for follow-up work; a 45-minute Walk & Train ($80) combining mental and physical stimulation with basic commands and loose-lead walking (travel fee applies outside a 10km radius); and multi-session packages including a Puppy Foundation Package (four 45-minute sessions, $460), Good Manners Package (three 45-minute sessions, $390), Behaviour Support Package (six 45-minute sessions, $660) and a Complete Canine Package (eight 45-minute sessions, $1050). Sally’s approach emphasizes clarity, connection and confidence—helping owners communicate consistently, build cooperative relationships, and develop confident handling so dogs can cope better in varied environments. She tailors training to each dog’s needs and engages with the canine community through seminars and social media to share knowledge and stay current in behaviour science.