Unified Canine- Dog training in Sale & surrounding areas

30/01/2025

When it comes to training your dog, which would you rather have?

❤️ Perfect loose leash walking
👍🏻 A rock-solid recall

Comment your choice below! ⬇️

30/01/2025

“Can You Train an Older Dog in Obedience?”

💯 Absolutely! The saying “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks” is one of the biggest myths out there. Dogs of any age can learn new skills, improve their behaviour, and build a stronger bond with their owners through training.

Obedience training isn’t just about teaching commands—it’s about improving communication, providing mental stimulation, and giving your dog the tools to navigate life more smoothly. Whether your dog is 6 months or 6 years old, training helps reinforce good habits, replace unwanted behaviours, and make life easier for both of you.

Older dogs often surprise their owners with how quickly they pick up new skills. With the right guidance and consistency, you can absolutely teach your dog to walk nicely on lead, come when called, and settle in a busy environment. And the best part? Training deepens your relationship, builds trust, and keeps their brain active—no matter their age.

Got an older dog in need of a refresh on obedience? It’s never too late to start! Drop a comment or send a message to find out how I can help.

Contact me here👉 https://unifiedcanine.com.au/contact-us-dog-training-in-sale/

28/01/2025

*Correction- Tuesdays

📢 Exciting Update for Our Training Classes! 🎉

Starting in March, our group training days are moving to Tuesdays! With family commitments (hello, kids’ sports!) kicking off, this change keeps training sessions convenient and accessible for everyone.

🐶 Puppy Classes: 4:00 PM
🐕 Obedience Classes: 5:00 PM

✨ A big congratulations to Oliver and Michelle, who have earned their Beginners Pass-Up Ribbon! 🏅 They’ve worked so hard and now have only a couple of skills to go before reaching Intermediate Pass-Up. What an achievement!

Progress like this shows what’s possible with consistency and guidance. Whether you’re starting with a puppy or refining your dog’s obedience, these classes are designed to help you see results. 🎓

📩 For more information and to sign up for our next lot of Puppy Classes in March, click here 👉 https://unifiedcanine.com.au/contact-us-dog-training-in-sale/

📩 To learn more about our unique Obedience Class model and join the fun, click here 👉 https://unifiedcanine.com.au/basic-obedience-class-sale-victoria/

Let’s make midweek training your new favourite routine!

🚨Spots are limited so get in quick so you don’t miss out! ‼️

25/01/2025

Wise words from Alice. Do you actually mean what you say and follow through?

23/01/2025

Meet Luna 🌖

When Luna’s family reached out, they were facing a few struggles with their bright and bubbly pup. She was clingy, whiney, having a hard time with her crate, waking up far too early, and even barking at some people and dogs.

But here’s the thing—Luna’s family didn’t give up or make excuses. They got to work. With consistency, guidance, and a commitment to Luna’s success, they’ve completely turned things around.

We focused on:
-Building calm confidence in the crate
-Not waking up so early!
-Changing her superstitions about people and dogs
-Building a reliable “come” and polite leash manners
-Sit and down commands

Her progress hasn’t just been about ticking off a list of skills—it’s about seeing her owners and Luna grow together as a team. Their dedication shows in the trust and balance they now share.

Luna’s journey is proof that with the right tools, support, and mindset, even the trickiest behaviours can be turned around.

Struggling with your dog’s quirks? Let’s work together and show you what’s possible.

Reach out here and let’s have a chat👉 https://unifiedcanine.com.au/contact-us-dog-training-in-sale/

23/01/2025

🐾 Is Your Dog Dragging You on Walks? It Doesn’t Have to Be That Way! 🐾

We all know how stressful it can be when your dog pulls, lunges, or doesn’t listen on walks. But imagine how much better your walks could be if your dog walked calmly by your side, enjoying the world without all the pulling.

🌟 Get your FREE Revised Loose Leash Walking Guide today and start making those walks a joy!

This guide will give you clear, effective steps to:

✅ Stop the pulling and frustration
✅ Help your dog stay calm and focused
✅ Build a stronger, more relaxed bond through consistent training

No more chaos. Just peaceful, controlled walks that you both can enjoy.

👉 Download your FREE guide now: https://9778-info.systeme.io/unifiedcanine-llwguide

By signing up, you’ll also receive access to exclusive training tips, personalized 1:1 lesson offers, and much more.

Let’s make every walk enjoyable — starting today! 🌿🐕

15/01/2025

How Do I Socialise My Puppy?

When people hear “socialisation,” they often picture their puppy meeting every dog and person in sight. But here’s the truth: socialisation is about so much more than interactions.

It’s about exposing your puppy to the world—different sights, sounds, objects, and environments—while teaching them to be okay with it all. The goal? A calm, neutral dog that trusts you as their guide.

Yes, interactions with people and dogs are part of socialisation, but only when your pup finds them positive and enjoyable. Too many interactions can actually backfire, leading to a dog that stops listening to you or even becomes reactive. On the flip side, if you don’t expose your puppy to enough, they may grow up fearful of new experiences.

The key is balance. Show your puppy the world at their pace. Focus on building your bond and teaching them that new things are no big deal.

Socialisation done right sets your puppy up for a lifetime of confidence and calm. Ready to get started? I can help you create the perfect plan for your pup!

14/01/2025

Is Professional Dog Training Worth It?

Let me ask you this: You’re experiencing constant shoulder pain. Would you trust a random online video or a well-meaning friend’s advice over seeing a QUALIFIED physiotherapist? Probably not. You’d want someone with experience, skill, and a proven track record to guide your recovery—and that’s exactly what professional dog training provides. Your dog’s behaviour is no different—it’s too important to leave to guesswork or bad advice.

I started Unified Canine because I know exactly how it feels to struggle with a difficult dog. When my own dog had severe reactivity, I tried everything I thought I could—but the “trainers” with no qualifications gave bad advice, so-called ‘solutions’ that didn’t work, and constant frustration of feeling like there was nobody in my area who could truly help. None of it worked. In fact, some of it made things worse. It wasn’t until I found the right methods and knowledge 6 YEARS LATER that I saw real progress. That’s why I’m here: to save others from the same mistakes, stress, and heartbreak I went through.

I knew there had to be a better way, so I set out to learn how to truly help dogs and their owners. Now, I’m passionate about helping others avoid the same mistakes I made.

Professional training is about more than teaching commands. It’s about addressing the root of behaviour issues, helping you understand your dog, and building confidence for both of you. It’s like choosing the right treatment plan for your health—it leads to faster, lasting results and improves your quality of life. It’s about creating the life you imagined when you brought your dog home.

I’ve seen the difference this work can make: restoring a family’s freedom to go out with their dog, improving mental health by reducing stress, and even saving dogs from euthanasia. That’s the power of doing things right the first time.

Why struggle on your own or when help is just a call away? Reach out today and let’s create a better future for you and your dog!

👉 https://unifiedcanine.com.au/contact-us-dog-training-in-sale/

07/01/2025

Realise your pup’s Potential!

Get started on your training success with Unified Canine’s Puppy School and Basic Obedience Classes, kicking off on January 10th!

Why choose us?
🎓 Real World Training Tailored for Pet Owners: Our classes are designed to set pet owners on the path to lasting success with skills you actually need, taught in a way that will actually give you success in the real world.

🎓 Guided by a Professional with Vast Experience in Obedience for Pets and Behaviour Modification: Led by a qualified trainer with extensive experience, we’re dedicated to nurturing resilient pets for life’s adventures.

🎓 Building Skills and a Healthy Mindset: Focused on more than just commands, we emphasize building your pup’s resilience – because a confident pet is a happy one, and one less prone to behaviour problems!

Secure your spot now for:
📆 Classes Starting: January 10th
📍 Location: Sale, Gippsland
🚨 Limited spots available – Don’t miss out!

Set your pup up well with skills that go beyond obedience. Enroll today, and let’s start on building your pup’s growth and resilience together!

👉For more information and to join now, visit : https://unifiedcanine.com.au/services-dog-training-sale-victoria/

02/01/2025

Back to work and now know what day it is 😂

31/12/2024

Have a couple more snake aversion spots up for grabs.

19/12/2024

It’s coming back one last time this snake season….!😱

Snake avoidance training!

I truely believe in delivering the best possible training to your dogs, so Daniel Mannix of the Victorian Dog Training Academy is coming back to do some more snake aversion training for new dogs as well as refreshers if needed.

This training is not as simple as it looks. It can only be done correctly with a wealth of in depth knowledge and many years of experience as a dog trainer, all of which Daniel brings in bucket loads! He can read the dogs like a book and is accurate in his training.

For this training to work as it should, actual venomous species need to be used. This is because all snake species have a different smell. You don’t want to risk using a python when you can use the real thing, because we don’t want the dog to second guess themselves just because the smell is not quite the same as a python they trained on….

This team uses real, live, venomous species which have been devenomised to ensure the safety of all involved. They make sure the training area is set up to optimal standards so the dogs learn to avoid the snakes on scent independently of sight.

Daniel is coming back for a final training day on January 11. I’ve had a few of spots open up for this one due to holiday plans. If you are keen to do this training with the best result possible, get in quick! Usually there’s a wait and I don’t often advertise these days, so don’t miss this opportunity. If you want more information or to get your dog on the wait list, head over to

https://unifiedcanine.com.au/occasional-specialty-services/

*Please note, there are limited places and spots will be offered in waitlist order. You will receive confirmation from me that you’ve been added to the waitlist, however I will follow this up with confirmation that you have been booked for this specific training date as mentioned. You may miss out on this one and be offered the next one.

17/12/2024

Puppy Class Progression – What a Journey!

Over the past 6 weeks, I’ve had the pleasure of guiding some wonderful puppies through their first steps of training, and what an amazing transformation it’s been!

🐶 Brockie the Dachshund came in barking his head off, unsure about the world around him. By his final lesson, he was walking in calm and quiet—what a win! Sadly, he had to leave early, but his progress was incredible. Get well soon and see you next year!

🐶 Ryder the Border Collie x Kelpie started out a little timid but found his groove quickly, settling in beautifully. Another pup who had to leave early, but his confidence grew so much during his time with us. Hope you’re back on your feet soon little one.

🐶 Boss the Great Dane has kept me on my toes! Finding ways to motivate this gentle giant and teach him obedience has been a journey, but seeing him make those breakthroughs has been so rewarding.

🐶 Lexi the Spoodle is pure energy! She struggled with obstacles at first but tackled them like a pro in the end. On lead, Lexi started out hyper but has mellowed a lot!—a huge shift for such a bouncy girl.

🐶 Raffy cruised through the class with his cool and confident attitude, though his independent streak kept us all entertained.

Throughout the course, we focused on:
✅ Building confidence and resilience
✅ Socialisation skills
✅ General care tips
✅ Laying solid foundations for obedience

It’s been a privilege watching these pups and their owners grow as a team. It’s so rewarding to look back through the videos and photos to see how far they’ve come in such a short time. I hope to see them back in our Basic Obedience classes next year—there’s always more to learn!

If this looks like the kind of fun you want to have with your puppy, this is a great place to get started. Puppyhood is short, and the skills learned here set the tone for life.

Reach out to book your spot in the next class starting January 10th—let’s help your pup thrive! More info and how to book can be found here 👉 https://unifiedcanine.com.au/puppy-class-sale-victoria/

Looking for more targeted training for your pup? Get in touch & send me a message at 👉 https://unifiedcanine.com.au/contact-us-dog-training-in-sale/

13/12/2024

Missed my calling 🤣😂😆

The things we do for our kids. Took me all morning.

Lucky I’m a dog trainer and not a cake decorator‼️

12/12/2024

That definitely has to be a border collie in my 🧠 😂

10/12/2024

Ziggy & George are the most adorable mini Dachshunds!

Both aced their introductory lesson and now I’m so lucky to continue helping develop these 2 cuties. Their program kicked off today and these two are already making strides!

Here’s what we’ve focused on so far:
Setting Boundaries – Helping their fantastic owners build clear communication.
How to approach Socialisation - It’s important to do early and not just about playing with others.
Redirecting Energy – Teaching these little bundles of energy more appropriate outlets.
Toilet Training – Building a strong, consistent routine.
Introducing Obedience – Starting with sit, recall, and leash manners to lay a solid foundation for future success.
Finding Their Drive – Discovering what motivates them to learn and using it to get results faster.

Both pups brought their A-game, and their owners are equally committed to giving them the best start. With teamwork and practice, Ziggy and George are on the path to being well-mannered, happy pups.

Want to get started to help your pup develop to their full potential? Book a 1:1 with me here 👉 https://unifiedcanine.com.au/contact-us-dog-training-in-sale/

Prefer puppy school and would like an overall introduction to all things puppy? Classes start early January. Head here for more information 👉 https://unifiedcanine.com.au/puppy-class-sale-victoria/

04/12/2024