Best Cat Trainers In Melbourne Near Me

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Welcome to Homestead Pet Retreat, a family owned, multi-award winning Boutique Dog Boarding, Cat Boarding and Dog Training Facility, located just 25 minutes east of Melbourne's CBD in the beautiful countryside of Wonga Park in Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs.

Situated at the gateway to the world famous Yarra Valley, Homestead has a proud history of providing best practice in quality pet boarding and dog training since 1977. Our newly refurbished facilities provide a level of comfort to our guests that we are incredibly proud of, this is the reason we are the chosen " Home Away from Home" for your precious pets !

All guest pets are our extended family and we love each and every one of them and care for them as if they were are own. That’s why Homestead is your pets home away from home.

Our cattery has all the comforts even the fussiest of felines would be content with, heating, cooling, optional secure outdoor access, scratching poles, toys and more!

We have a Dog Training solution to suit every owner and thier dog. From our exclusive Board & Train Programs, In Home Training and our popular Day Care & Train

7 month old Chuck comes back to a whistle.. he couldn’t do that 2 weeks ago!! He’s also never seen a Frisbee let alone retrieved one. Thanks so much for setting us on the right track David. We’ll be loose leach walking in harmony before you know it. Thanks so much for your help..

Incredible people, environment and facilities. Molly was so well cared for she was reluctant to come home. Instead of myself having withdrawals from my overseas trip, my dog is instead!

My experience with Homestead has been more than fantastic. I have a 12 yr cavvy with pre-existing medical issues and special needs. Before I boarded him, I requested a tour around the facility. Alaina was able to book that in for me in a speedy manner the next day. The tour was very informative and it was great seeing all the pups happy and content. Lucky stayed in a total of 8 days and had a fantastic time. I opted in the my pet space add on, which they will update on your pup’s daily behaviours and send photos/videos through to your account on their website. Furthermore, I mistakenly miscounted my cavvy’s medication, Homestead went above and beyond to ordered more meds from my vet, and picked at no extra cost (40min drive), which I am extremely grateful for. Thank you very much for the team at Homestead Pet Retreat! I will most definitely be back in the future when I need to board my dogs again :)

Homestead is a place where magic happens. Yes, the magic happened to my golden girl Chips in 21days of Board and Train program with David. Enrolment process with seamless, with regular follow-up with paper works, dietchart, medication. Now the day arrived when we took Chips at Homestead for the 1st time. More than her I was stressed but the staff were extremely helpful to get things organised. David patiently listened to all her problem areas and explained the process of training. 21days were like months to me without Chips, but when I arrived there I was really surprised to see my changed girl. Loose leash walking, no lunging at other dogs, pretty focused while training. The transition training to us was pretty thorough with a follow-up session in week's time . Even Chips was not ready to leave David while coming back home. I was touched, cause Chips doesn't do that often. It's the bond that was established was amazing. Overall we are very happy with magic that Homestead had created on my girl and would highly recommend to anyone who wants their Dog to be a 'GOOD DOG'

Took my dog for board and train as he is reactive to other dogs. Dave did a great job working him around other dogs and he picked up a few new skills along the way. Recommend if you're having trouble training your dog and want a bit of professional help.

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If you have experienced a Dog to Dog or Dog to Human incident, my Expert Witness Service is exactly what you need at the time you need the Best Non Judgemental Advice.

If you need One on One at Home Dog Behaviour Training Assistance I am able to provide you with a Tailored Training Plan to meet your very specific needs.

We all want a Smart Dog, but sadly not all Dog Training produces the same results. If you want Dog Training that will produce Stable, Confident and Happy dogs my One on One at Home Dog Training Assistance is just the ticket for an Amazing Dog.


If you have a preference for On-Line Learning, my E-Learning Courses are just what you need to understand Dog Behavioural Issues in the comfort of your Home.

Sometimes all we just need is some information to know more about an issue we are facing with our dog without having to spend hard earned money on a full consultation.


Feel free to review the detailed and comprehensive Dog Training Information that I am proud to provide Free of Charge.

Come and see why we I am Melbourne's Leading Dog Behaviour Specialist, and how my Specialised Training can improve the relationship you have with your Puppy or Adult Dog.

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Please note that we do not provide any Dog Training in our Melbourne CBD offices.

4worldlovers: We work with people who want to build fun, cooperative relationships with their dogs.

"I don't know what we would do without you Tim, you have taken (nearly) all of the frustration out of having a puppy and young dog as a companion. The service and knowledge you provide is invaluable." - Simone, Zara & Poppy

4worldlovers: New Classes enrolling across all our venues. Kindergarten Puppy Classes and Basic Obedience Courses filling fast. Our Courses are Guaranteed. FREE make up sessions for any missed. (conditions apply)


Command Dog Training School is one of the largest and most respected professional puppy and dog training companies in Melbourne. We offer a range of training solutions, including puppy classes, obedience, problem dog assistance, home dog support and other services.

These are available across our primary locations in Melbourne – Albert Park, Abbotsford, Burwood East and Oakleigh East.


More commonly than often thought, problem dogs can cause issues with home-life both within the family and the dog itself. In these cases, it’s important to seek professional help to resolve or prevent the issue from reoccurring.


Carrying expertise as a professional dog trainer and expert in canine aggression, Basil Theofanides is well-versed in dealing with problems like aggressiveness; which, when left unattended, can be severely detrimental. Command Dog Training can assess the situation and devise an approach to dealing with this behaviour.


In less severe cases, obedience lessons are often required to give owners the confidence of handling their dog in everyday circumstances. To do this, we offer both basic and advanced levels, allowing you to strengthen the bond between you and your friend, and also gain the much-needed respect to ensure consistent, positive results in the future. This kind of dog training is important to establishing a level of control from the outset.


Established in 1989, the school has won numerous awards for its outstanding customer service. This success has been achieved through honesty, fairness, commitment to best practices in training methods, customer focus and continuous self-improvement.


There is a wealth of dog training methods, theories and equipment. New technologies and advances in behavioural science offer an enormous number of adaptations and choices. Opinions vary on the way we treat and train animals and to what degree we use rewards and corrections in the training process. As a professional dog training school, we incorporate only the best practices in the industry.


The dog training community is pretty much polarized into two separate camps, that is, the “Totally Positive Trainers” and their more “Traditional” counterparts.

Blackburn English Language School Cnr: Bonview Cres & Eley Road, Burwood East

Jess was amazing and super helpful with every question I asked! I couldn’t be happier with the service she provided and guidance she gave us with our first puppy.

Lisa has been fantastic. Supportive, encouraging and I have loved all her tips. One of the main concerns was to find a training school that was small, structured and caring.

Every session was great and I really appreciated one session being cancelled due to the horrible weather. All fabulous.

The program was excellent! It would have been wonderful to have had more attendees but honestly this meant we had more attention so we were very happy!

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Welcome to dog training Melbourne, I'm Stefanie Budiman and I am your local Bark Busters dog behaviour therapist and trainer. I grew up with dogs and started training them at a young age, which then turned from a hobby to a career in my adulthood. I also love working with people as it brings me joy to work with both owners and their pups to ensure that there is efficient communication and bond between the two.

While I have experience in other dog training methods, nothing comes close to the effectiveness of the Bark Busters system. The holistic, and more importantly, non-physical approach of the Bark Busters system particularly appealed to me, and I had to join right away after experiencing it first hand with my rescue and foster dogs, who had a myriad of behaviour problems, including aggression, fearfulness and controlling behaviour.

The greatest misconception many dog owners have is to assume their dogs communicate the way humans do. Dogs don't speak human, and in addition to barking, growling and other guttural sounds, dogs rely heavily on body language, and yet, your body language can easily be misinterpreted. By understanding how dogs communicate, you will avoid the mistake of telling your dog one thing while your body language and voice tone tells something completely different.

All dogs think in terms of leadership. Dogs instinctively know that living with others, under the leadership of a confident pack member, enhances their chances for survival. As a dog owner, one of your responsibilities is to model a leader's strong and consistent characteristics so that you will be accepted as the leader and your dog will learn to respect and follow you. Your leadership will make your dog feel safe and eliminate many behaviour problems.

Dogs are neither spiteful nor deliberately naughty. There are mainly three reasons why a dog misbehaves:

If you are looking for professional dog training near you, then you have found the right place. The Bark Busters training system can successfully train any breed, any problem, any age, even puppies. The natural training techniques use the same communications methods of body language and voice tone that dogs follow as part of their instinctual pack mentality. My training takes place right in your home where the problems generally occur and where your dog will be most relaxed, making them more open to learning. You will be amazed at the great results you will see at the first lesson.

Moreover, Bark Busters offers a Lifetime Support Guarantee for your dog. This means I will help you with your dog at any point in your dog’s life, free of charge, if problem behaviours recur or if any new issues develop in the future. This Guarantee will be upheld even if your dog moves home, interstate or overseas, if the location is within the vicinity of a local Bark Busters trainer or office.

With the extensive support from the worldwide network of Bark Busters trainers, I am certain that I can assist you in overcoming any challenges that you are facing with your furry buddy.

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