Teaching good dogs to be great

Providing positive dog and puppy training in West Auckland

We’re here to make life better for you and your dog

From digging, chewing, and chasing, to jumping up to greet you, certain behaviours are perfectly natural in the canine world, even if they aren’t always appropriate for the situation! At Bark Dog Training, we’re here to teach you techniques that will make life with your dog a lot more harmonious. Our humane, evidence-based training methods are designed to channel your dog’s natural instincts into behaviours that are both rewarding for them and acceptable to you. So yes, it’s absolutely okay for your dog to act like a dog; we’re just here to help them do it in a way that complements your lifestyle.

Training that is rewarding for both of you

  • Enjoyable walks
  • A calm and confident dog
  • Friendly interactions
  • Enthusiastic recall
  • Play that's fun for both of you
  • Low stress vet visits
  • Fitness and body awareness exercises
  • A variety of enrichment activities
  • And more!

Our Training Options

Initial consultation

All of our training programs begin with a required initial consultation, where we’ll learn more about your dog, your training goals, and how we can help.  Then we’ll get straight into training!  This training and assessment session will last approximately 90 minutes.

Investment: $170

Private training packages

*Sessions can be scheduled weekly, fortnightly or monthly

Looking for a front row seat to your pup’s training? Our 1 hour private training sessions are conducted with you and your dog at your home. These sessions allow us to tailor the curriculum to address your dog’s specific needs, while giving you an active role in training your dog. Whether it’s basic manners, advanced skills, or behaviour modification, we’ve got you covered.  For dogs from 6 months old.

1 x 1 hour session
Investment : $110

4 x 1 hour sessions
Investment : $405

Walks, enrichment, fitness, and training

*Available Mondays and Thursdays

We can work one-on-one with your dog while you go about your day!  Sessions will be catered to exactly what your dog needs- exercise, enrichment activities, fitness sessions, sniffari walks, recall, reducing reactivity, building confidence, and more!

Investment:  $90 per 45 minute session, dependent on availability

How does training work?

Contact us! We’ll schedule your initial consultation and recommend a training package

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We’ll work with you to train your dog using positive reinforcement methods and creative management solutions

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You enjoy improved behaviour that makes both of your lives better! 

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Let’s teach your good dog to be great!