Kelly Brown - Dog Training and Behaviour

15/03/2026

Just got a new puppy? 🐶

One of the biggest mistakes new puppy owners make is waiting until their puppy is fully vaccinated before starting training.

The most important socialisation window happens between 8–12 weeks, so waiting too long can mean missing this critical stage.

At Waggle Tails Puppy Preschool, puppies can start from 8 weeks of age with their first vaccination, so you can begin training and socialisation early.

Why puppy owners choose Waggle Tails:

🐾 Perth’s #1 rated puppy school
🐾 Internationally qualified trainer with 10+ years experience
🐾 Reward-based training methods that build confidence and trust
🐾 Flexible Sunday sessions – attend the session that suits your schedule (up to 5 months of age)
🐾 Blended learning – in-person training plus online resources you can revisit anytime
🐾 Puppy interactions are carefully managed to cater for all breeds, sizes and temperaments - this ensures we’re building confidence safely

We cover common puppy challenges like biting, toilet training, separation training, calm behaviour around people and dogs, and much more.

We’ve helped thousands of puppy owners, with a 50% referral rate and a 4.8⭐ Google rating.

If you’ve recently welcomed a puppy, now is the best time to start.

👉 Learn more or book here:
www.waggletails.com.au/puppy-preschool

05/01/2026

✨ Gold Level Two — Graduation Day! ✨

Congratulations to Louis, Mundo, Growlithe and their parents for graduating from their Gold Level Two dog training programme! This group of teams showed up week after week ready to level up and it shows, I'm really proud of the progress they have made! 💛🐾

Gold Level Two is where foundations turn into real-world reliability. After completing Puppy Pre-School and Silver Level One, these dogs and handlers worked hard on:
• Increasing focus and engagement
• Transitioning skills to verbal cues only
• Distance control and impulse management
• Loose-leash walking in more challenging environments
• Building calm focus around distractions — especially other dogs
• Practical strategies for handling lunging and reactivity
• Staying composed, connected, and confident under pressure

What I’m most proud of isn’t just the skills, it’s the mindset. Calm handling. Clear communication. Thoughtful training choices. That’s what creates lasting change.

If you’re currently in Silver Level One and wondering what’s next... then this is it! Gold Level Two is where we troubleshoot, grow and build your relationship with your dog.

If you're interested in joining our programmes check out www.waggletails.com.au or send me a PM and let's chat!

24/12/2025

Merry Christmas to you and your furry family members, from me and Josie! 🐾🐺🤗💖🎄

09/12/2025

🎉🐾 Congratulations to Maisie — our newest Public Access certified MindDog! 🐾🎉

Beautiful Maisie has officially passed her Public Access Test, and I’m so proud of her and her dedicated mum. This milestone isn’t easy — it takes patience, consistency, emotional resilience, and a whole lot of teamwork.

Maisie has grown into a confident and beautifully attentive support dog. She’s now fully certified to accompany her handler in public spaces, providing the stability, reassurance, and gentle support that only a MindDog can offer.

A huge congratulations to this incredible team — your commitment shines through in every step you take together. 💛

Here’s to many more adventures, deeper connection, and the life-changing partnership you’ve worked so hard to build. 🌟🐶

*MindDog Training*

Meet Maisie, a MindDog in training! I'm currently working with Maisie and her mum on their journey to have Maisie qualified as a MindDog. During our session Maisie practiced relaxing in the shopping mall around lots of distractions and staying focused on supporting her mum.

To learn more about MindDog and the great work they do, visit https://www.minddog.org.au/ otherwise check back for updates on Maisie's journey!

08/12/2025

💤 Why Puppy Sleep Is Non-Negotiable 🐶✨

Did you know puppies need 18–20 hours of sleep per day?

Yes… that’s almost the entire day! And no, that’s not too much… it’s exactly what their growing brain and body require.

Here’s why quiet, uninterrupted sleep is one of the MOST important parts of raising a well-behaved puppy:

🧠 1. Sleep = Brain Development

Every new experience (training, socialising or exploring) gets sorted and stored during sleep. Puppies who don’t sleep enough struggle to learn and retain information.

😴 2. Sleep Prevents Overtired Meltdowns

Most puppy “naughtiness” is just exhaustion:
• biting harder
• zoomies
• barking
• jumping
• ignoring cues

If your puppy is acting wild… they probably need a nap, not more training.

🌱 3. Sleep Builds Emotional Stability

A well-rested puppy:
• handles new situations better
• recovers from stress faster
• is less mouthy
• bonds more easily

Overtired puppies become overstimulated puppies and overstimulation can lead to more reactivity.

🐕‍🦺 4. Sleep Supports Growing Bodies

Puppies grow when they sleep. Their joints, muscles, immune system, and nervous system all develop during deep rest.

Skipping naps?
That’s like skipping nutrition.

🛏️ So what does healthy puppy sleep look like?

✔️ 18–20 hours per day
✔️ Multiple naps
✔️ Quiet, protected spaces away from the hustle
✔️ A predictable routine
✔️ Avoiding overstimulation

If your puppy is awake more than 4–5 hours out of every 24, they are likely overtired.

💡 Top Trainer Tip from your Puppy Expert:

Most puppies don’t choose sleep when overtired. You need to guide them into calmness, create a quiet environment, and give them structured down time.

A settled puppy is a learning puppy.
A sleeping puppy is a growing puppy.
A well-rested puppy becomes a well-behaved dog. ❤️

💛 Need personalised help with your puppy?

I offer:
• Online Puppy Pre-School (self-paced + coaching at www.kelly-brown.online)
• In-Person Puppy Training in Perth (www.waggletails.com.au/puppy-preschool)
• Behaviour Support for challenging puppies (in-person and online consultations, www.waggletails.com.au/contact)

I’ve worked with thousands of puppies and their parents, online and in-person. I’m qualified and experienced and I teach with rewards-based training methods.

📩 Message me to get started… calm, confident puppy days begin here!

10/11/2025

I found this on a shed wall while I was on a walk with my pup Josie today. Beautiful 🐾💖🐺🌻

16/10/2025

*Do what makes you happy*

It’s so easy to get stuck in the day to day grind. The same things, in the same order and feeling like you don’t have time for the things you enjoy.

But sometimes you have to make room for the joys of life. The places, the experiences and the things that make you happy.

And when you do… it gives you space to recharge, reset and remember what life is all about.

This is the same for our dogs too. Understanding what makes them happy and making time to do it. Because we know this leads to a happy, healthier, calmer and more fulfilled pup.

Today I took my pup Josie to one of the places we used to visit often but haven’t been to for ages. And… her beautiful face says it all.

What’s your dog’s favourite thing in life? 🐾💖🐺

22/09/2025

🎉🎉 Wishing a huuuuuuge CONGRATULATIONS to our most recent Puppy Pre-School Programme graduates and their families!

It’s been such a pleasure supporting you through your puppy’s first few months, helping your puppies build confidence, teaching essential skills, resolving all those puppy problems and setting them up to be the best-behaved pups they can be.

Thanks so much for choosing us, I'm proud to be part of your learning journey! x
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Do you have a new puppy or are you expecting a new puppy soon?

I'm a qualified, experienced dog training and behaviour specialist and I've worked with over 5,000 puppies and their parents, both in-person and online.

Learn about my flexible puppy training options (drop-in puppy socialisation sessions, full in-person Puppy Pre-School programme) at www.waggletails.com.au/puppy-preschool (For puppies from 8 weeks until 5 months of age.)

If you’re outside Perth or you want to get started with online puppy training with one on one support from me, your puppy expert, join online Puppy Pre-School at www.Kelly-brown.online/puppy-preschool.

If you'd like to set up a private video consultation to resolve any puppy behaviour problems then send me a message and let's get things back on track!

And if you’d like to learn the most important piece of dog training advice from my clients who have well-trained dogs (which you can use with your puppy or dog too!) download my FREE GUIDE at www.Kelly-brown.online/guide 🐾🎉💖

10/09/2025

04/09/2025

*Weekly Walkies*

Josie, my German Shepherd, always enjoys weekly walks with her bestie! 🐾🐺🐾🦮💖

01/09/2025

🐾 Private In-Home Training & Enrichment Sessions

Meet Daisy and Fred, the adorable cavoodles! 🐶✨
They’ve been loving their regular in-home training and enrichment sessions — learning calmness and relaxation, “Leave It,” fun tricks, and brain games to burn off mental energy.

The result? Calmer, happier, and better-behaved pups… and a much more peaceful home for their mum! 🎉

Want the same for your dog? 🐕💡
✅ Build better manners
✅ Boost focus and confidence
✅ Burn mental energy through fun enrichment

📩 Send me a PM or visit www.waggletails.com.au/contact
to book your session and chat about how I can help you and your dog.

27/08/2025

🐾 Walk & Train Progress Update with Maggie 🐾

Maggie has been doing a fantastic job in her Walk & Train sessions! 🌟 We’ve been focusing on the essentials to help her feel calm, confident, and connected with her handler.

So far, Maggie is practicing:
✨ Door manners – waiting politely instead of rushing ahead
✨ Building focus – checking in and staying engaged, even with distractions
✨ Loose-leash walking – calmly walking without pulling
✨ Recall – coming back promptly when called

She’s showing steady progress each session and it’s wonderful to see her learning these foundation skills that make everyday life smoother and more enjoyable for both dog and owner. 🐶💛

Keep up the great work, Maggie! 👏

👉 Want the same results with your dog? Send us a message to find out how our Walk & Train program can help build calmness, focus, and great manners!