Training with Mady

Training with Mady Qualified Dog trainer who educates owners on the use of positive training. With each new client, I tailor my methods to match your goals.

I am a qualified canine trainer, who educates owners on the use of positive training to strengthen their relationship and communication with their dog. I use scientifically proven training methods to positively reinforce desired behaviours from your dog and to diminish undesirable behaviours. I do not train using fear or ‘dominance- based’ methods, I use positive reinforcement and calm, confident

energy to create well balanced, reliable and obedient canine companions. Your dog will learn consistency with obedience commands and become focused and responsive in new environments. As a result, we will create coherent and transparent communication between owner and dog and make life with your dog happier and stress free. My years of experience contributes to our training together, to create a well-balanced dog who feels confident and comfortable in daily life and understands what you expect and ask for. Qualifications / Experience:
Spirit Dog Training - Tackling Reactivity (2021)
Spirit Dog Training - Hyper Activity Helper (2021)
Spirit Dog Training - Separation Solutions (2021)
BCCS - Diploma of Canine Behaviour (2020)
Animal Manager at Central bark (2018)
Absolute Dogs - Boundary Games (2018)
Sniffer Workshop with Debby Kay – Detection Dog Training (2017)
Head Dog Trainer & Handler at Top Dog Day care (2014 - 2018)

Mochi, 4-month-old Chow Chow has kicked off his puppy foundation training at home! He’s so fun to work with, bright, att...
13/08/2025

Mochi, 4-month-old Chow Chow has kicked off his puppy foundation training at home! He’s so fun to work with, bright, attentive, eager, and just the right amount of sassy. His owners are incredibly committed and passionate, and it’s amazing to see his leash-walking skills and place command coming along so quickly.

Luna’s owners made the move from booking trainer-only sessions to owner-involved sessions, and this is great for Luna! 1...
12/08/2025

Luna’s owners made the move from booking trainer-only sessions to owner-involved sessions, and this is great for Luna!
1:1s are great for your dog, but if you’ve got specific goals like they do (recall, road safety), you need the skills to keep the progress going when I’m not there. “Train-for-you” works best when paired with owner training, either alongside it or afterwards.
We’ll see more consistent and lasting results ❤️❤️

Me making Aoife pose for cute photos! I love our fortnightly 1:1 sessions keeping her basics sharp while trialing new co...
12/08/2025

Me making Aoife pose for cute photos! I love our fortnightly 1:1 sessions keeping her basics sharp while trialing new commands and tricks with this clever girl.

Sweet Murphy joined me for his first 1:1 training session to work on some dog reactivity. This first meet was all about ...
12/08/2025

Sweet Murphy joined me for his first 1:1 training session to work on some dog reactivity. This first meet was all about getting to know each other; discovering what motivates him, what excites him, and what challenges him. Murphy’s such a gentle soul, and we both had a wonderful first session together.

Poppy was thrilled to kick off our 1:1 with her favourite game of tug of war! We layered in stop cues, rules, and bounda...
07/08/2025

Poppy was thrilled to kick off our 1:1 with her favourite game of tug of war! We layered in stop cues, rules, and boundaries to make it more than just play. Over her weekly sessions Poppy has made massive strides in managing her reactivity around people. Her progress is supported by her dedicated owner, who has completed two of my training programs, giving them all the skills to keep things on track even when I’m not there.

My sweet angel girl Edie is back for her 1:1! We had a couple of weeks off, but she’s back and ready to work and learn. ...
07/08/2025

My sweet angel girl Edie is back for her 1:1! We had a couple of weeks off, but she’s back and ready to work and learn. Edie’s making such great progress and every session we’re building her focus, confidence, and skills.

Beautiful Cosmo is gaining more and more confidence out at the reserve 🌿 It’s been a slow and steady process, but we’ve ...
24/07/2025

Beautiful Cosmo is gaining more and more confidence out at the reserve 🌿 It’s been a slow and steady process, but we’ve hit some big new benchmarks lately and she’s starting to enjoy the space !

Back with PopPop aka POPPY! Young Poppy has had such a great start, her owner’s has put in loads of time and effort work...
24/07/2025

Back with PopPop aka POPPY!
Young Poppy has had such a great start, her owner’s has put in loads of time and effort working on training at home and out on walks. Now we’re layering in some 1:1 trainer sessions to help polish things up.

We’re focusing on leash walking and helping her feel more relaxed and in control around other people and dogs and distractions. She’s a smart cookie, just needs a bit of extra support to work through those bigger feelings on walks 💛

Love when owner training and trainer support come together like this it really sets dogs up for success

Now & Then, same sidekick. 📸 by legendary
17/07/2025

Now & Then, same sidekick.

📸 by legendary

Arch & Cas deciding if I pass the threshold 😉Luckily, my pockets are packed full of treats!These Jack Russell brothers h...
16/07/2025

Arch & Cas deciding if I pass the threshold 😉
Luckily, my pockets are packed full of treats!

These Jack Russell brothers have nailed the job of alerting the house to every knock or visito, but with a newborn on the way, constant barking just isn’t going to fly. 😬

We’ve kicked off training to help them:
✅ Respond to a disengage cue
✅ Offer an alternative behaviour
✅ Learn that staying quiet = big rewards

Preparing the dogs is just as important as prepping the nursery, and these two are already making amazing progress.

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