Training directory
Listed, not endorsed. We list public organisations and (soon) trainers from public information. A listing is not an endorsement or recommendation. We have not tested, attended or verified any trainer's services unless we say so. Check qualifications, insurance, methods and reviews yourself, and ask your vet.
Public trainer organisations
- APDT Australia (Association of Pet Dog Trainers Australia): Member directory searchable by location. Per APDT's site, listed members are accredited or reviewed against reward-based, force-free methods. Check their current criteria yourself.
- Pet Professional Guild Australia: Membership body for force-free pet professionals. 'Find a Professional' search by suburb.
- Dogs Australia: National canine body (breed standards, breeder and club information; affiliated state bodies list obedience clubs).
- RSPCA Australia: Animal welfare information for dog owners. Ask local RSPCA branches about puppy preschool referrals.
What to look for
- Reward-based, force-free methods, and a trainer willing to explain them.
- Current qualifications and membership of a professional body.
- Puppy classes with a vaccination requirement and small groups.
- You can watch a class before booking.
Trainers by state
We are building this list. Each entry will show the business name, suburb, services, a source link and a last-checked date, and will be marked "listed, not endorsed".
NSW
No listings yet. We are building this list.
VIC
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QLD
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WA
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SA
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TAS
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ACT
No listings yet. We are building this list.
NT
No listings yet. We are building this list.
Want to be listed?
Trainers can request a listing once our contact email is live (see the contact page). Free listings are never an endorsement. Paid placements are always labelled Sponsored.