Professional Dog Trainers of Australia - Incorporated

24/07/2025

NEW PODCAST HAS DROPPED!

Episode 4, Dogs and the Law Part 2: Council related legislation and bylaws.

This is Part 2 of our Dogs and the Law series where we speak with Kellie Elia who is an animal management specialist consultant to various local Councils around Western Australia. Kellie is a subject matter expert and regularly provides advice to local Councils on matters pertaining to dog attack prosecutions, menacing and dangerous dog declarations, as well as advising on local law matters.

Kellie is also a dog behaviourist and trainer running her own business ‘In The Dog House’ in Perth, WA.
Join us as we find out from a Council’s perspective on what the laws entail with regards to menacing and dangerous dog declarations and how the Council’s operate and prosecute for these situations.

Your Professional Dog Trainers Australia (PDTA) podcast hosts are:
Trish Cavarra (PDTA Board member)
Steve Courtney (PDTA President)
Email: [email protected]
Web: dogtrainersaustralia.org

Guest:
Kellie Elia, Animal Management Consultant and dog trainer
Email: [email protected]
Web: http://www.inthedoghousewa.com

Available on:
Spotify (linked)
Apple Podcasts
Youtube

Podcast Editor:
Malachy Pedder

20/06/2025

OUR NEW PODCAST HAS DROPPED!!

Dominance Has Been Debunked... Or Has It?

Is dominance truly a myth? Or is there more to the story?
In this episode, we dive deep into the complex and often controversial topic of dominance.

Where did the concept originate and how has our understanding evolved over time?

What really is dominance — and how does it show up in our domestic dogs?
Are ritualised dominance displays misunderstood forms of communication? Or are they something more?
We unpack the science, the history and the heated debates.
Join us as we explore the facts, the myths and the fiery discussions that have sparked viral arguments across social media.

Whether you're a seasoned trainer, a new dog owner, or just curious about the dominance debate — this one's for you.
Don't miss it!

Hosts:
Trish Cavarra (PDTA Board Member)
Jacqui Z***r (PDTA Board Member)
Boyd Hooper (PDTA Board Member)

Web: dogtrainersaustralia.org
Email: [email protected]

Available on
Spotify
Apple Podcasts
Youtube channel

11/06/2025

🎉 A WIN FOR IGP & RESPONSIBLE DOG OWNERS 🎉

IGP Dog Sport is officially recognised as NOT attack dog training
The South Australian Government has excluded IGP dog sport from attack dog classification — safeguarding IGP Dogsport, upholding responsible dog ownership, and setting a national precedent for fair, evidence-based dog laws. ✅

Special thanks to Connie Bonaros MLC for her strong leadership and commitment to facts throughout this entire process. 💪👏

This wonderful outcome belongs to EVERYONE who stood with the PDTA:
🙌 Every club
🙌 Every trainer
🙌 Every breeder
🙌 Every owner
🙌 Every supporter who signed, shared, and spoke up on the PDTA petition.

When we unite, we win. 🐾
Facts over fear. Evidence over misinformation.
The future of IGP is stronger than ever. 🔥

👉 Read the full story here: https://dogtrainersaustralia.org/igp-dog-sport-is-not-attack-training/

Tag your club, share this post, and let’s celebrate this incredible win for IGP and responsible dog ownership! 🎯💙

Robert Cabral K9andsports

South Australia formally excludes IGP dogs from attack-trained classification. A landmark victory for responsible dog owners, led by PDTA and backed by evidence-based advocacy. This reform protects IGP dogsport, supports fair dog legislation, and sets a national precedent for modern animal welfare p...

04/06/2025

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20/05/2025

Dogs and the Law - Episode 1 :
Understanding dog laws

Do you know what the Local Laws are around dogs escaping your home?
What about if your dog attacks another dog or person? Or the Council officer knocks on your door to seize your dog?
What do you need to do if this happens to you or a client of yours?

In this multi-part podcast series, Dogs and the Law, we speak with Michael Faltermaier from Michael Faltermaier Lawyers about these very matters.

Join us for this very interesting topic, on this, our very first podcast for the Professional Dog Trainers Australia (PDTA).

Podcast hosts:

Trish Cavarra (PDTA Board member)
Steve Courtney (PDTA President)
Boyd Hooper (PDTA Board member)

06/05/2025

PODCAST UPDATE!!

You can now listen to the Dog Training Matters podcast Episode 1, Part 1 : Dogs and the Law with Michael Faltermaier lawyer on Youtube !!👍🙌

Here is the link

Dogs and the Law - Episode 1 : Understanding dog laws Do you know what the Local Laws are around dogs escaping your home? What about if your dog attacks anot...

24/04/2025

PDTA PODCAST FINALLY HERE!! 😁🤩

DOG TRAINING MATTERS..

We are extremely excited to announce that our very first Podcast is now available for your listening pleasure on both Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Search for "Dog Training Matters".

We will also be launching it on Youtube and will let you know when this is up on the Youtube platform.

Here is information on Podcast #1

Dogs and the Law - Episode 1 : Understanding dog laws

Do you know what the Local Laws are around dogs escaping your home?
What about if your dog attacks another dog or person? Or the Council officer knocks on your door to seize your dog?

What do you need to do if this happens to you or a client of yours?
In this multi-part podcast series, Dogs and the Law, we speak with Michael Faltermaier from Michael Faltermaier Lawyers about these very matters.

In this, episode 1, we delve into what your rights and obligations are if your dog gets into trouble. We ask Michael the questions with regards to your rights if your dog being seized by local Council officers.

Join us for this very interesting topic, on this, our very first podcast for the Professional Dog Trainers Australia (PDTA).

Podcast hosts:
Trish Cavarra (PDTA Board member)
Steve Courtney (PDTA President)
Boyd Hooper (PDTA Board member)
Email: [email protected]
Web: dogtrainersaustralia.org

Guest:
Michael Faltermaier, Michael Faltermaier Lawyers.
Email: [email protected]

Podcast Editor:
Malachy Pedder (THANK YOU for all your help and patience 🥰)

Happy to read your comments and feedback on the episode in the comments.

We hope you enjoy!

10/04/2025

Please conatct Noble K9 for further information

07/06/2024

Classifying IGP-trained dogs as attack-trained dogs is a misrepresentation of an internationally recognised dog sport that promotes responsible dog ownership and ethical breeding practices, thereby reducing the risks of dog bite incidents in the community. Furthermore, this classification directly conflicts with the goals for proposed amendments to the South Australian Legislation.

We have collated all the reasons why you should stand with the Australian IGP community to oppose this amendment. Submissions close on Tuesday June 11th.

The PDTA are strongly opposed to South Australia's proposed law to categorise all IGP trained dogs as attack trained dogs. This misguided proposal threatens to stigmatise responsible dog owners and their IGP-trained companions and does so unfairly, undermining collective efforts to foster positive h...

02/06/2024

29/05/2024

Ben Guerts from Kaizen K9 shares his experience with the differences between Police, Military Working Dogs and IGP / IPO / Schutzhund Trained sport dogs. Ben joins the Australasian IGP community in strong opposition to the South Australian Governments Amendment Bill proposal to classify IGP trained dogs as attack-trained dogs.

If you want to show support:
1. Sign the petition https://www.change.org/p/igp-dog-sport-is-not-attack-dog-training
2. Answer the SA Gov Questionaire and submit your own submission at https://yoursay.sa.gov.au/breeder-reforms

28/05/2024

🎉 We just hit the 4000 signatures milestone. Thank you for your support so far! Keep on sharing! 🎉

👉 Sign the petition https://www.change.org/p/igp-dog-sport-is-not-attack-dog-training 👈

IGP Dog Sport is not attack dog training.