Paws for Assistance Dog Training

07/04/2025

🐶 Got a cheeky puppy or a spicy doggo in Melbourne's North Western Suburbs?

🤩 11am THIS WEEK we are opening up to all ages.

Join me this Saturday, April 12th at the 1st Oak Park Scouts Hall for a fun, stress-free training session—because training your dog shouldn't feel like a battle of wills.
As a government-certified Assistance Dog trainer, I’ll be sharing some handy training tips & tricks to help you navigate the puppy mayhem (and survive the teenage ‘demon’ doggy phase!).

📅 Casual Saturday morning classes—no long-term commitment, just good training and good fun.

💰 $55 per class – but spots are limited & classes are small for loads of individual attention, so book via the website intake form by WEDNESDAY !

🔗 Book Now via the website: pawsforassistance.com.au

⚠️ Heads up! These are general pet dog training classes, not assistance dog training. If you’re after assistance dog info, check out the website: pawsforassistance.com.au

🐾 Class Schedule:
⏰ 10:00 AM
🍼 Puppy Paws (8 weeks – 20 weeks)

⏰ 11:00 AM
🐕 Open Age Paws (Any Age THIS WEEK)

PFA will be taking a break over the Easter weekend but stay tuned for more classes 🐾✨

31/03/2025

🐾 Pet Dog Group Classes 🐾
Yes! It's happening. is offering PET DOG training classes Saturday mornings 🤩

💁‍♀️ WHERE/WHEN:
Join me this Saturday, April 5th at the 1st Oak Park Scouts Hall, Glenroy, Vic. for a fun, stress-free training session—because training your dog shouldn't feel like a battle of wills.

🙌 WHY:
As a government-certified Assistance Dog trainer, I’ll be sharing some handy training tips & tricks to help you navigate the puppy mayhem (and survive the teenage ‘demon’ doggy phase!).
📅 Casual Saturday morning classes—no long-term commitment, just good training and good fun.

💰 $55 per class – but spots are limited & classes are small for loads of individual attention, so book via the website intake form by WEDNESDAY !

🔗 Book Now via the website: pawsforassistance.com.au

⚠️ Heads up! These are general pet dog training classes, not assistance dog training. If you’re after assistance dog info, check out the website: pawsforassistance.com.au

🐾 Class Schedule:

⏰ 10:00 AM ** ONLY 1 SPOT LEFT this week !!!!!
🍼 Puppy Paws (8 weeks – 20 weeks)

⏰ 11:00 AM
🐕 Adolescent Paws (6 months – 12 months)

⏰ 12:00 PM
🐾 Young Paws (12 months – 2 years)

10/03/2025

🐾 Pet Dog Training in Glenroy, Melbourne-Saturdays!

🐶 Need help with your puppy or young dog?

Join me this Saturday, March 15th at the 1st Oak Park Scouts Hall for some fun, stress-free training! As a government-certified Assistance Dog trainer, I’ll be sharing some handy training tips & tricks.
I’m running a few casual Saturday morning classes, so you can get a taste of training without a big commitment.
Classes are small, up to 4 dogs only so you'll get loads of attention!

💰 $55 per class – but spots are limited, so be sure to book via the website by Thursday 13th March 2025 !
🔗 https://www.pawsforassistance.com.au/pet-dogs

⚠️ Note: These are general pet dog training classes, not assistance dog training. If you're interested in assistance dogs, check out our website for more info! https://www.pawsforassistance.com.au/
Hope to see you there! 🐾✨

The Schedule:
🍼 Puppy Paws (8 weeks – 20 weeks)
⏰ 10:00 AM
🐕 Adolescent Paws (6 months – 12 months)
⏰ 11:00 AM
🐾 Young Paws (12 months – 2 years)
⏰ 12:00 PM

pet dogs Reward based training for happy Paws & people JOIN OUR GROUP TRAINING CLASSES Hi, I’m Emelia, a government-certified assistance dog trainer, and I’d love to help you and your Pet-Dog build a great relationship and training foundation together!The small group age-specific classes ensure ...

12/02/2025

Lunging dogs during a P.A.T. 😲

🔊Sound On for this!
I had the absolute pleasure of running this team’s 3rd Public Access Test (PAT) yesterday.
This lovely lab. is 9yrs old now & was such a cool-cat 😎 throughout the process even when we walked past x2 lunging, barking dogs!!!
We all got a fright at the un solicited behaviour, but this rock solid fella just gave a little tail wag (sudden arousal), a side glance & just kept working 🫣🤗😮‍💨 WHAT A CHAMP! 🤩🌟
His handler stopped after the video and gave him a couple treats & a cuddle to let him know all was well & he did a superb job 😇

11/02/2025

If your animal has its microchip registered with a company called ‘Home Safe ID’, you’ll need to change companies as Home Safe ID is no longer in operation according to this article.
You can ask your vet to scan your animal’s chip to see where they are registered & act accordingly.

One of Australia's five microchip and registry companies has stopped operations, warning its website is "likely to go offline".

08/02/2025

🐶✨ Join Our Small Group Pet Dog Training Classes! ✨🐾

Starts: 15 February 2025

Looking to build a relationship with your dog through effective training with lots of individual attention? My small, age-specific classes use reward-based methods to help you and your dog build skills in a secure, fenced space—with indoor options for bad weather!

**Please note this is not Assistance Dog Training**

With just a 4-week commitment, it's easy to fit training into your schedule. I’d love to see you and your pup in class!

🐾 Puppy Paws 8-20 weeks
🐾 Adolescent Paws 6-12 months
🐾 Young Paws 12-24 months

Where:
1st Oak Park Scouts Hall
81 Loongana Ave Glenroy VIC 3046

Courses available:
15 February
15 March

Get in touch: [email protected]
Spaces are limited—book now! 🐾
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20/12/2024

🐾 What a Morning! 🌞

This morning was all about our amazing assistance dogs running free and easy, letting loose and enjoying themselves—some a bit looser than others! 🐕💨 It’s such a joy to see them just being dogs, and it’s a reminder of how important it is to find safe, suitable opportunities for our ADs to socialise off-duty.

For many handlers, finding the right companions for free socialisation can be tricky. That’s why we’re so proud to provide spaces like this for Paws for Assistance members to connect, chat, and watch their incredible dogs be a bit silly together. 🐾💛

Thank you to everyone who joined us today—it’s moments like these that make our community so special. Can’t wait to see you all at the next one!

05/12/2024

Hey folks,
I’ve had word that there are a couple of gorgeous, well bred black labrador puppies available NOW (as of 5 Dec 2024) for sale in country Victoria.
Please contact the breeder in the link attached for more information.
Do not contact Paws for Assistance 🙌

At Amaiore Labrador Retrievers, our breeding program is driven by a steadfast commitment to excellence and a passion for the Labrador Retriever breed. Here's a glimpse into what sets our program apart: Mission: Our primary goal is to breed Labrador Retrievers with outstanding temperaments, impeccabl...

15/11/2024

The ongoing battle with Rideshare and Assistance Dogs ! grrrrrr......(growly voice).

Peter Frank and his dog are seeking compensation and "change" after two drivers refused to pick him up at Melbourne Airport in 2023.

10/11/2024

106th Rememberance Day.
11th hour 11th day 11th Month.

We remember thee. 😔
Thank you.

25/10/2024

https://youtu.be/qZB2bNTlGso?si=ENuc4qdTGYqngaBs

24/09/2024

13/02/2024

13 February 2024

A Remarkable Collaboration: Engineering Assistance for Assistance Dog trainers.

Paws for Assistance Dog Training, based in Glenroy Victoria, is thrilled to share a heartwarming success story that highlights the spirit of collaboration and ingenuity within our local Strathmore Men's Shed (SMS).

In a wonderful display of community support, Gerry, a talented member of SMS has recently engineered an innovative dog training food dispenser to aid individuals with disabilities who are training their own assistance dogs under the Paws for Assistance training program.

The collaboration began when Paws for Assistance identified a need for a practical solution to support those with compromised limb movement during the crucial process of training their own assistance dog. Recognising the potential impact of such a project, Gerry stepped forward with his engineering skills and a desire to make a difference.

Working closely with Paws for Assistance, Gerry designed and crafted a custom food dispenser that can be easily attached to wheelchairs. The dispenser facilitates the efficient and timely delivery of dog training food, ensuring that individuals with disabilities can effectively train their assistance dogs without the hindrance of compromised body movement or finger dexterity.

The beauty of this project lies not only in the technical prowess demonstrated by Gerry but also in the compassion and community spirit that underpins the entire endeavor. The Strathmore Men’s Shed continues to be a place where skills, ideas, and goodwill converge to create solutions that enhance the lives of those within and beyond the community.
Paws for Assistance extends a heartfelt thanks to Gerry for his remarkable contribution and partnership. Together, we are making a positive impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities and their assistance dogs, fostering a community that truly cares.

*The device on the wheelchair was the original prototype.