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Clovelly Dog Training, Puppy School and Dog Daycare

Your dog drags you down Clovelly Road every morning, pulling toward the beach. The narrow footpaths mean you're constantly yanking them away from oncoming pedestrians. When you finally reach the ocean pool, your dog ignores every command and lunges at other dogs.

About Clovelly

Clovelly sits in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs between Bronte and Coogee. Clovelly Road runs straight down to the beach and ocean pool.

The area features steep streets leading to the coastline. Most properties are family homes with some apartments near the beach.

Narrow footpaths and steep terrain create challenges for dog walking. The ocean pool and small beach attract high foot traffic despite the compact area.

The beach and ocean pool sit at the base of steep streets. Clovelly Road provides main access with limited parking and narrow footpaths. Burrows Park offers some green space.

Mostly houses with gardens on hillside streets. Some apartments near the beach. The terrain makes every walk an uphill or downhill challenge.

Complete Puppy Program Clovelly

Most puppy schools teach sit and paw. We focus on behaviour that actually matters.

What's included:

Initial home 1:1 consultation
4-week Puppy School (12-16 weeks old)
Online course access (200 sections, 27 modules)
Breed-specific guides (50+ breeds)
6 months ongoing support
Training equipment provided

The programme covers your puppy's first 6 months, from before arrival through to 6-8 months old. You get week-by-week guidance through critical development periods, not just basic commands.

Clovelly puppies face narrow footpath challenges from day one. Steep streets require controlled walking. High pedestrian density means impulse control matters immediately.

This programme exists because our adult dog clients always say the same thing: "I wish I'd known this when my dog was a puppy." Prevention is easier than correction.

Results vary. Most people see improvements if they stick with the programme consistently. Some see changes in weeks, others need months depending on the issue. The 5 Golden Rules framework works, but only if you actually follow it.

The online portal gives you everything. Puppy school teaches your dog to learn around distractions. The home visit catches problems before they start. Six months support means you're not abandoned after week four.

Half-hearted effort gets half-hearted results. Consistency is critical. You must commit to doing the work for at least 30 days.

Adult Dog Training Clovelly

Single 2-hour session at your home. We assess what's actually happening and show you what to do about it.

Common problems in Clovelly: Dogs pulling down Clovelly Road toward the beach. Reactivity on narrow footpaths with no space to pass. Jumping on people at the ocean pool area. Poor recall near water.

Our method focuses on understanding why your dog behaves this way, then changing it. No pain, no fear, no force. We teach relational leadership based on calm, consistent boundaries.

You get ongoing support after the session. Text questions, video check-ins, and access to our online resources.

Results depend on your consistency. You must commit to doing the work for at least 30 days. We show you what to do. You have to actually do it.

Dog Day Care Clovelly

Full day care service for dogs who need exercise and mental stimulation while you work.

Home pick-up or drop-off available. Your dog spends the day with other dogs, getting proper socialisation and supervised play.

Perfect for working professionals in Clovelly. Limited flat walking areas mean dogs need varied exercise. High-energy breeds require more than steep street walks.

We provide structured play, training integration, and activities that tire dogs mentally and physically. Your dog comes home exercised and ready to settle for the evening.

Photos and updates throughout the day. You know your dog is safe, engaged, and properly supervised.

Dog Walking & Pet Sitting Clovelly

Solo walks work best for reactive dogs or those needing focused training. Group walks suit social dogs who enjoy playing with others.

We integrate training into every walk. Your dog practices loose-lead walking, recall, and impulse control in real-world situations around Clovelly.

Pet sitting includes day visits and overnight stays. Your dog stays in their familiar environment, maintaining regular routines. This reduces stress compared to unfamiliar boarding facilities.

Dogs prefer staying home. Their bed, their smells, their space. We handle feeding, medication, exercise, and company.

You get photos and updates. Your dog gets consistency and care.

Common Challenges and Breeds in Clovelly

Leash pulling dominates complaints here. Steep streets and narrow footpaths make pulling dangerous. Dogs pull toward the beach with no regard for oncoming traffic.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are popular in this area. While typically gentle, many develop separation anxiety and excessive barking when left alone. Their size doesn't prevent pulling issues.

Beagles appear frequently and follow their nose everywhere. This creates recall problems and pulling when they catch a scent. Their determination makes training essential.

Reactivity on narrow footpaths creates daily stress. Dogs have no space to pass each other calmly, leading to lunging and barking.

We know Clovelly dogs navigate steep residential streets, Clovelly Road, the ocean pool area, and narrow coastal paths. Training must work in confined spaces with high distractions.

FAQ

How long does the puppy programme take? The programme covers your puppy's first 6 months, from before arrival through to 6-8 months old. The 4-week in-person Puppy School runs when your puppy is 12-16 weeks old, with 6 months of dedicated support throughout.

What's included in the adult dog training session? One 2-hour session at your home, assessment of current issues, practical solutions you can implement immediately, and ongoing support via text and video.

Can you help with reactivity on narrow footpaths? Yes. We teach management techniques and impulse control that work in confined spaces. The goal is calm passing regardless of path width.

Do you work with Beagles and their recall issues? Beagles present specific challenges due to their scent-driven nature. We use long-line training and high-value rewards to build reliable recall despite distractions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ethos behind your dog training?

Developing a well behaved dog has 2 parts: dog psychology & dog training. We focus first on understanding your dog and getting them to choose to follow and listen to us. When dogs aren't making all the decisions, they calm down and relax, making them far more receptive to training. To do this, we don’t need to use force, fear or aggression. In fact the opposite. Whether dealing with barking, leash pulling, jumping, or aggression, these behaviours typically stem from dogs being too excited, reactive, and emotional. The key is getting them to turn to you and listen when it matters. Once they're calm and looking to you for guidance, you can effectively show them how to behave.
In short: before you train the dog, you need to win their mind.

Does your training use pain, fear, force or aggression?

ABSOLUTELY NOT. If you want a method like that I suggest you call the 1980's, go back there and never get a dog. We teach the dog calming code, a method based on positive action that reinforces your role as the leader in your dog's eyes.

What are the different levels of support you offer for puppy school?

We offer 3 levels of support for our puppy program:

Silver: Our most popular program, this comes as standard with all programs and includes a one to one home sessions and support
Gold: Comes with everything in Silver plus 2 additional home training sessions to support with any other behavioural issues you are facing
Platinum: Only 2 - 5 clients accepted at any time. This is are most extensive program and is built for owners looking to take full control of their puppy's development. We provide additional one to one sessions, dedicated phone support and lifetime access to our programs.

How is your method different to other trainers?

You've tried everything with your dog. The endless treats, brain games and a range of random youtube videos with trainers saying they have some magic bullet but Nothing sticks. You're not doing it wrong, you are just trying to fix the wrong thing. Your dog isn't broken.

Whether you’ve got a barking dog or a dog who pulls on the leash or a dog who jumps up or is becoming a little bit aggressive, the chances are they are getting far too excited, reactive and far too emotional at that point in time. The real trick I found is to get those dogs to turn to you, to listen to you when it really matters. Because if you get that bit in place and they’re not all scattered-brain and over excited and over emotional you’re halfway there. If they’re calm and they turn and look to you, then you have the opportunity to show them how you want them to behave.

So in a nutshell, before you start to “train the dog” you need to know how to “win their mind” The problem is that most trainers jump straight into commands and training your dog when they are overstimulated. The problem isn’t that you dog doesn’t know what to do, it’s that they are choosing not to listen.

Think of it like having a terrible fear of flying and being dragged towards of plane. Someone telling you how safe planes are isn’t going to make you calm down

At The Toe Beans Co, we don't start by training your dog. We start by understanding the why — through the dog's eyes. Once your dog actually chooses to come alongside you, everything else becomes easy.

We come to your home in Sydney. We spend two and a half hours with you and your dog — in your space, with your specific issues. No generic advice. We look at the cause, we show you exactly how to change it, and you leave with a plan you can start that same day.

This is completely force-free. No shouting, no punishment, no pain. We work with your dog's natural instincts — not against them.

How long is the puppy program?

The program covers your puppy's first 6 months, from before arrival through to 6-8 months old. The 4-week in-person Puppy School runs when your puppy is 12-16 weeks old, with 6 months of dedicated support throughout.

How do I sign up for the program?

Getting enrolled in the program is simple. Go to our puppy page and decide your level of support. Once you have decided this choose your puppy school date, and then you will be asked to book in for your 1:1 sessions (the number based on your level of support). Everything will be sent automatically to your calendar

Do I need to be an experienced dog owner to enrol?

Absolutely not. We have owners from all different backgrounds. Some our first time puppy parents and others are seasoned veterans of dog ownership. We welcome all.

How long are pet sitting bookings?

We can come from a minimum of 1 hour to an entire day

Can you help with reactivity on narrow footpaths?

Yes. We teach management techniques and impulse control that work in confined spaces. The goal is calm passing regardless of path width.

Do you work with Beagles and their recall issues?

Beagles present specific challenges due to their scent-driven nature. We use long-line training and high-value rewards to build reliable recall despite distractions.

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Whether you are saying hello to your first dog, or have recently said goodbye to your best friend, we are here. From puppy training to community events, come and join The Toe Beans Co

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Ethical First

Dog training is full of some mental people. It is always terrifying to see how many trainers use shock collars and pain to train pets. We don't do this. We NEVER use pain, fear, force or aggression and will never, under any circumstances, support, condone or recommend any practices that follow these schools of thought.

A Passion For Paws

I have pets. I love them. I know how special the bond is and that trusting somebody else with your pet is a huge leap.

My commitment to you is to love your pet like family and give you complete peace of mind when they are with us.

Ultimately, my goal is to give you and your pet the relationship you have always wanted.

In Australia, over 40,000 dogs & cats go to shelters every year and many for very fixable behaviours or inconvenience. I think it would be great to get this number down.

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Our Mission

To ensure you always have someone you trust that you can turn to when you need help with your pet. Whether it is: big or small, last minute or weeks in advance, you can be stress free in knowing your pet is in safe hands.
To raise as much money for Teenage Cancer Research as we can. The better a service we provide, the more people will want to work with us and the more we can donate. Simple as that.