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)

Stuff article - January 9th, 2024 One of the responsibilities of dog ownership and an essential routine that every dog o...
08/01/2025

Stuff article - January 9th, 2024

One of the responsibilities of dog ownership and an essential routine that every dog owner should prioritize is daily exercise.
 
Dogs & humans alike benefit from daily exercise. Exercise is not only about the physical and health benefits; it’s also an opportunity for mental stimulation. Being outside, your dog will encounter new smells, sounds and sights. This rich sensory experience is vital for their mental health as it keeps their brain engaged and stimulated.

*The daily exercise amount and requirements are individual to your dog so its important to factor in your dogs age, breed, energy levels and physical/mental health which may impact it.
 
However, daily exercise doesn’t have to be strict leash walking!
It could be; confidence boosting exercises, off leash socializing, swimming, training, obedience and tricks at the park, using their nose to find things or playing a game of tug/fetch with you.
 
After Links daily morning exercise, I then feel comfortable to leave him at home for a few hours. On my return Ill take him out again for a relaxed sniffy walk for 30 minutes / toilet stop.
If i’m out for a longer day, his walker Quoya at will pick him up and take him out for an hour walk in the afternoon.
 
I have found through Link & my work, that daily physical and mental exercise can help reduce the development of negative behaviors often caused by pent-up energy such as excessive barking or destructive behaviour in the house.
 
By making daily walks a priority, you not only improve your dog’s quality of life but also strengthen the bond you share. 

The physical exercise, mental stimulation, socialization opportunities, and bonding experiences that come from daily walks are invaluable for your dog’s overall health and happiness.

Meet exuberant 7-month-old rescue Rain, ready to take on the world with a little help from her dedicated human! 💪🐾 We’re...
07/01/2025

Meet exuberant 7-month-old rescue Rain, ready to take on the world with a little help from her dedicated human! 💪🐾 We’re just starting her training, and her progress has us so proud. First session we covered her markers, utilising tug of war for drive, bond and an appropriate biting outlet and showing her guidance of the behaviours we want to see more of.

Look who’s leveling up in puppy school! 🐾 Little Japanese Spitz Jessie is 3 months old and already mastering the basics...
07/01/2025

Look who’s leveling up in puppy school! 🐾 Little Japanese Spitz Jessie is 3 months old and already mastering the basics! Marker, Release, Sit, down stay, and a whole lot of tail-wagging in between. Can’t wait to see how much more she’ll learn! 🐕✨

✨Cornwall park consultation with Ragu ✨Ragu has some social stressors around people but his owners have been absolutely ...
17/12/2024

✨Cornwall park consultation with Ragu ✨
Ragu has some social stressors around people but his owners have been absolutely dedicated to his transformation and its SO amazing to see. (You know how much i love these jackets)
Training was just in time for the holidays with all the changes, im so happy we were able to give Ragu some new skills and confidence for the holiday break. 💯

Our week of Otis has come to an end! Hell be back for more adventures but now from the comfort of his own home 🥰🥰 i must...
15/12/2024

Our week of Otis has come to an end! Hell be back for more adventures but now from the comfort of his own home 🥰🥰 i must say watching two matching b&w collies running around gave me a new level of joy, but for now, ill remain a one dog owner ❤️

This is a bordercollie account now 😅😅 Sunday day out to Waiuku forrest with Oti
08/12/2024

This is a bordercollie account now 😅😅
Sunday day out to Waiuku forrest with Oti

Otis settling in so well! Such massive changes and taking it in his stride, hes loving having link around.
06/12/2024

Otis settling in so well! Such massive changes and taking it in his stride, hes loving having link around.

If you’ve been along for the journey since the beginning, you would have heard me talk about the mysterious ✨Otis✨.Otis ...
05/12/2024

If you’ve been along for the journey since the beginning, you would have heard me talk about the mysterious ✨Otis✨.
Otis is my god dog, the dog that made me obsessed with the breed and want my own BC one day.

I first met Otis at my Dog day care job in 2014 when he was 3 months old and I was 24. I have the original photo of when we first met.
Over the years, we built an incredible and special bond that i had never experienced, Otis is one of a kind. Human-esk in his responses and emotional intelligence.
Otis and I trained together, learned and made mistakes together, played, walked and swam together, shared countless sleep overs and sat by my side during the hardest time of my life when my dad was passing.

In 2017 Otis and his family relocated to Sydney, and a year later I flew over to visit him. It was like nothing had changed. I cried and cried leaving him that last day in Sydney, unsure when i would see him again.

2021 in the hopes of having my own Otis, I got Link. My own b&w BC. Link was and still is nothing like Otis, hes his own totally unique soft beautiful self and I love him totally for that.

Now its 2024 and the day has finally arrived, the 2 most incredible border collies in my life meeting and living under the same roof. Otis arrived back today, and its totally surreal now hes 10 and im 35, we’ve got some catching up and reintroducing to do.

❤️I never thought I would see that day ❤️ Just in time for my birthday tomorrow!

✨1:1 with Rita✨Weve got big goals for Rita and shes already knocking them out the park! Were focusing on holding control...
05/12/2024

✨1:1 with Rita✨
Weve got big goals for Rita and shes already knocking them out the park! Were focusing on holding control positions and getting that recall super fast and snappy

✨Adolescence to adulthood with Scooby✨We’ve had a great time with our weekly owner sessions working on all things focus,...
02/12/2024

✨Adolescence to adulthood with Scooby✨
We’ve had a great time with our weekly owner sessions working on all things focus, obedience, handling and impulse control with Scooby. Hes been such a fun pup to train, and has a great response and engagement with his owner !!

✨Reactivity with Bruce✨I haven’t worked with a Border terrier in years! Bruce is such a honey and was a pleasure to work...
02/12/2024

✨Reactivity with Bruce✨
I haven’t worked with a Border terrier in years! Bruce is such a honey and was a pleasure to work with. Hes had some really big life changes and were starting the journey to get him more settled and confident around other dogs. Bruce is bilingual in both english & Te Reo 💯

🎄🎁 Christmas Dog Training Giveaway! 🎁🎄The holidays are here, and I’m spreading some festive cheer! 🐾 This Christmas, I’m...
01/12/2024

🎄🎁 Christmas Dog Training Giveaway! 🎁🎄

The holidays are here, and I’m spreading some festive cheer!

🐾 This Christmas, I’m giving one lucky dog (and their owner) the ultimate doggy gift: FREE Dog & Owner Training worth $500! 🎉

What You’ll Win:
✨ 2-hour personalized dog training coaching at your residence tailored to your pup’s needs — from recall to leash walking or even calming holiday chaos!

How to Enter:
1️⃣ Follow trainingwithmady 🐕
2️⃣ Like this post ❤️
3️⃣ Tag a fellow dog parent in the comments (1 tag = 1 entry, so tag away!) 🐶

🎅 BONUS ENTRY: Share this post to your stories and tag me!

Winner announced: December 19th

Let’s make this holiday extra special for you and your furry friend! 🎄🐾

📄T&C 📄

📍Must be based in Auckland (within my service area.)
📍Only applicable for owner coaching consulting.
📍Must be used before March 2025

Can someone PLEASE look at the camera 😅😅
29/11/2024

Can someone PLEASE look at the camera 😅😅

🐾 From Puppy to Pro: Navigating Canine Adolescence! 🐾Following the success of the Puppy Program, I’m excited to guide yo...
25/11/2024

🐾 From Puppy to Pro: Navigating Canine Adolescence! 🐾

Following the success of the Puppy Program, I’m excited to guide you and your dog through their next big milestone: adolescence to adulthood!

Canine adolescence can be challenging. Starting around 6 months, your once obedient pup might:

Ignore commands
Bolt off at the park
Bark at the door
Jump on visitors..basically, channel their inner teenager!
This is the perfect time to level up their training to ensure they mature into well-behaved adults.

My tailored training program focuses on YOUR specific needs, covering areas like:
✅ Calm café visits & greeting visitors
✅ Loose leash walking
✅ Reliable off-leash recall
✅ Managing chasing behaviors (cats, birds, bikes, cars)
✅ Building impulse control
✅ Boundary setting
✅ And much more!

Program Includes:
📍 6 weekly Owner & Trainer sessions at your home or other challenging locations like your office or neighborhood.
📍 Optional 1:1 intensive dog training (45 minutes weekly) to fast-track progress.
📍 Ongoing phone/text/email support.

Together, we’ll navigate this new life stage and set your dog up for success! 💪🐕

📅 Ready to get started? DM me for more details or to book your spot!

✨Edielicious is back for some 1:1 sessions ✨
06/11/2024

✨Edielicious is back for some 1:1 sessions ✨

GUY FAWKES & your dog! And it begins already 🥺 Heres my top tips for your pup. Stay Indoors: Keep your dog indoors durin...
05/11/2024

GUY FAWKES & your dog!
And it begins already 🥺 Heres my top tips for your pup.

Stay Indoors: Keep your dog indoors during fireworks to prevent them from running away or getting lost due to fear or stress. Microchipping as well as investing in an apple tag for your dogs collar incase they do escape can help you locate them quickly.

Create a Safe Space: Guy Fawkes can be extremely stressful for pets, Set up a comfortable area in your home where your dog can retreat to during the fireworks. This could be a cozy bed with you or crate in a familiar room.

Use Calming Products: Investing in products to help your pets stress such as Adaptil, thundercoats or calmex can help alleviate mild symptoms of stress in your dog. For dogs with anxiety or severe sound sensitivities it is best to discuss options with your vet.

Distract with Noise: Playing soft music or white noise can help mask the sound of fireworks.

Exercise Beforehand: Take your dog for a long walk or play with them before the fireworks start so they are feeling more settled and relaxed.

Enrichment: Utilise enrichment toys and feeders such as ZOGOFLEX to keep your pet occupied and calm. Toys and games that gets your dog chewing, licking or sniffing can have a calming effect on their mood.

Desensitization: If your dog shows signs of stress and anxiety during Guy Fawkes, it is best to take a proactive approach and align with a trainer who can help you desensitize and counter condition your dog to these sounds so your dog can feel more comfortable in the future. You can start this training with young puppies and older dogs!

✨1:1 with Aksel✨Aksel at this favourite place, just missing his favourite person Quoya 🤣🤣
04/11/2024

✨1:1 with Aksel✨
Aksel at this favourite place, just missing his favourite person Quoya 🤣🤣

✨Owner consult with Moosey✨Every time i see Moose he gets more handsome! Awesome to see the exercises and practice makin...
04/11/2024

✨Owner consult with Moosey✨
Every time i see Moose he gets more handsome! Awesome to see the exercises and practice making nice progress with moose. Moose is far more toy motivated than food when it comes to learning, but his owners have great skills with awesome hand/eye coordination and timing to teach him new things with a currency he wants to be paid in most. TUG

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