At McKinnons, our Behaviour and Training Services support dogs who need a little extra understanding — and owners who want practical, lasting results. We work with puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs, specialising in anxiety, fear, reactivity, over-arousal, and other challenging behaviours that can make everyday life feel overwhelming. Our approach is calm, structured, and kind. There’s no one-size-fits-all training here. Every dog learns differently, so we take the time to understand what’s driving their behaviour before creating a plan that truly suits them. Sessions take place in the environment that best supports your dog’s learning — whether that’s at home, out in the real world, or in controlled settings where progress can happen without pressure. Our aim is simple: to help dogs feel more secure and confident in their world, while giving owners the skills and support to guide them clearly and compassionately.
Starter Services
Our starter services are for dogs showing early or ongoing behaviour concerns such as reactivity, lead pulling, anxiety, over-arousal or handling difficulties. These sessions provide clear answers, immediate management strategies and a practical plan forward.
Our support programs are designed for dogs who need structured, ongoing support for issues such as leash reactivity, fear, aggression, separation distress or grooming-related stress. These multi-session programs focus on safety, confidence and sustainable behaviour change