This is for you if you’re willing to look deeper.
You’re in the right place if:
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You know your dog isn’t “bad” — but they are overwhelmed, over-aroused, anxious, or stuck
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You’re open to learning, adjusting, and doing things differently
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You want calm, clarity, and trust — not just obedience
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You’re tired of conflicting advice and surface-level solutions
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You’re ready to become part of the solution, not hand it off
This work is collaborative. The change lasts because you change too.
Most training looks at behaviour.
We look at the whole system.
Behaviour doesn’t exist in isolation.
It’s shaped by genetics, environment, routine, arousal, stress, learning history, and handling.
When training ignores that, you get:
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Temporary results
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Constant management
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Frustration, guilt, and burnout
At THDM, we don’t ask “How do we stop this behaviour?”
We ask “Why is this happening — and what does this dog actually need?”
A balanced, practical approach — built for real dogs and real lives. Built from over a decade of hands-on work with high-drive and complex dogs.
Dog First
Breed traits, drive, nervous system, and emotional state matter. Even diet.
Human Growth
Handling, boundaries, timing, and mindset shape outcomes.
Environment & Lifestyle
Routine, enrichment, rest, and structure are non-negotiable.
Training That Makes Sense
Clear communication. Fair consequences. No ideology.
Step 1 – Behaviour & Lifestyle Assessment
A deep dive into your dog, your setup, and what’s really driving the behaviour.
Step 2 – Tailored Pathway
Training, management, and lifestyle changes designed specifically for your dog.
Step 3 – Support & Skill Building
Sessions, online resources, and guidance that build your confidence — not dependency.
How you can work with THDM
Every dog is different. Every starting point is clear.
All behaviour and training pathways begin with understanding.
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Behaviour & Lifestyle Assessment
A comprehensive, whole-dog assessment covering behaviour, breed needs, lifestyle, environment, and handling. This is the foundation for all training and behaviour work at THDM.
Best for:
Reactivity, high-drive dogs, anxiety, rescue dogs, adolescent chaos, working and herding breeds.
Hands-on guidance
In-Person Training & Behaviour Support
Practical, real-world sessions focused on calm handling, clear communication, and behaviour change that holds up outside the training environment.
Best for:
Local clients needing hands-on support, complex behaviour cases, or working through challenges on property or in everyday settings.
Not sure where to start?
Every pathway begins with a Behaviour & Lifestyle Assessment.
Want to check fit before booking?
Book a free 15-minute Discovery Call.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
"Before training with Kirsty, Shadow was full-on—pulling on walks, overexcited, and I felt totally out of my depth. But Kirsty changed everything. She gave me the confidence to lead, and helped us build trust and structure.
Now, Shadow is calm, focused, and loves her Walk & Train sessions. She’s got great recall, knows sit, stay, left, right, middle, and is learning ‘find it’ with my daughter Chloe—it’s become a family journey.
If you’re on the fence about working with Kirsty—just do it. She sees both the dog and the human, and the difference she’s made in our lives is incredible."
Sheree - Heyfield, Vic.
With Shadow - German Shepherd
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
“I was really unsure if I was doing the right thing for Hetty when it came to training. I didn’t want to mess it up or make things worse.
Working with Kirsty gave me the guidance and confidence I needed—not just for Hetty, but for myself as well.
She has this amazing ability to read both dogs and people, which makes her training feel so personal and spot-on.
Everything was explained in a way that actually made sense, and she worked with us at our own pace.
It felt more like building a partnership than just following a set of rules.
I’m so glad we found her."
Carmel - Stratford, Vic.
With Hetty - Labrador
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
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Based in Gippsland, working with clients locally and online across Australia.
Whether you’re on acreage, in town, or juggling work and life — this work adapts to your reality.
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