Dog Training Double Bay - Professional Dog Trainer & Behaviour Services

Meg and Em work shifts. Their golden retriever puppy Dorothy stayed home alone for long hours. They were worried sick about leaving her. Our dog walking service changed everything. Dorothy gets walks during the day. They get peace of mind knowing she's cared for properly. Happy photos arrive while they're at work.

That's what proper support looks like. Not just training, but actual help when you need it.

I'm a dog trainer and behaviourist working throughout Double Bay and the eastern suburbs. This suburb presents specific challenges. Bay Street shopping crowds. Outdoor dining everywhere. Steyne Park packed with dogs. Your dog needs skills to handle constant stimulation without losing control.

Pet Sitting Double Bay

Work schedules don't pause for pets. We provide in-home care so your dog stays in familiar surroundings and keeps their normal routines.

Quick visits suit workdays or brief trips. We come to your place, handle feeding exactly as you do it, give them fresh water, spend real time with them, take them out for a proper walk. We grab mail, sort out plants, check everything's secure. You get photos showing how they're doing.

Full overnight care means we're living at your home while you're gone. Your dog keeps their exact schedule - sleeping in their usual spot, eating at normal times, walking familiar routes. Nothing changes except your temporary absence. Dogs with anxiety or medical needs especially benefit from this consistency.

Cats get the same careful attention. We stick to their feeding times precisely, keep litter boxes clean, give them interaction that matches their personality. Some cats want play. Some want space. We adjust to what each cat needs.

Dog Walking Double Bay

Walking dogs here means navigating an upscale shopping precinct with constant activity. Bay Street boutiques. Outdoor cafes packed with diners. Knox Street foot traffic. Steyne Park with multiple dogs. Your dog encounters intense stimulation on every walk.

Solo walks work for dogs building skills or working through reactivity. We avoid overwhelming environments initially, practicing basics on quieter residential streets. Once foundation skills are solid, we gradually add complexity.

Group walks suit confident, social dogs with good manners. But we're very selective about combinations. Mismatched dogs don't walk together. We ensure compatible temperaments in every group.

Routes depend on what your dog can currently handle. Bay Street shopping area looks appealing but overwhelms dogs who aren't ready. The outdoor dining, foot traffic, food smells, and constant movement challenges even well-trained dogs.

Steyne Park provides open space but attracts many dog owners during peak times. Well-socialised dogs manage this environment. Dogs early in training need quieter locations first.

Residential streets away from the shopping precinct offer better learning environments. Less stimulation. More control. Space to work on fundamentals without constant distractions.

Every walk lasts 60 minutes with clear training goals. Loose-leash work. Impulse control around food smells. Confidence building. Each walk has purpose beyond just exercise.

Dog Behaviour & Training Double Bay

I run single 2-hour sessions at your place. Training where your dog actually lives produces reliable results. Working somewhere else and expecting skills to transfer doesn't work consistently.

My approach helps you understand what drives your dog's behaviour. Once you see their perspective, you can respond appropriately and create genuine change. No harsh methods. No force-based techniques. I work with how dogs naturally learn.

You get continued support afterwards through the Online Dog Trainer platform. Extensive video library covering countless scenarios. When questions pop up during your training, you have resources available.

Stick with it properly for a month and you'll probably see changes. Some owners notice shifts in two weeks. But sticking with it means daily consistent practice, not trying it occasionally.

Outdoor cafe reactivity happens constantly in Double Bay. Your dog pulls toward tables, begs from diners, or barks at dogs at other cafes. Walking past outdoor dining without incident requires serious impulse control training.

Shopping precinct pulling exhausts you. Your dog drags you down Bay Street, lunging at interesting smells and people. We teach loose-leash walking so your dog can handle shopping areas calmly.

Steyne Park aggression ruins what should be enjoyable park time. Your dog lunges and barks at other dogs. With multiple dogs at the park during busy times, this becomes constant stress. We address the anxiety driving the aggression.

Begging behaviour develops fast in a suburb with outdoor dining everywhere. Your dog learns that people eating means potential food. We teach impulse control so your dog can walk past food without begging or stealing.

Separation anxiety shows up as destructive behaviour when you leave for work. Your dog hasn't learned that being alone is safe. We help you teach them independence so they settle calmly when you're out.

Jumping on shoppers creates embarrassing situations. Your friendly dog greets strangers with paws on clothing. People shopping on Bay Street don't appreciate this. We teach appropriate greetings.

Our Client Success Stories In The Area

“As shift workers, we were so worried about leaving our new golden retriever puppy, Dorothy, home alone for long hours. The Toe Beans Co was a game changer. Knowing she’s in safe, caring hands brings us such peace of mind. Dorothy loves the walks, and we love the updates and happy photos!” Meg & Em ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Puppy Training Double Bay

Getting a puppy requires preparation before they arrive. Most people skip this and end up overwhelmed immediately. First week chaos teaches puppies bad habits.

Pre-puppy work covers whether you're actually ready, which breeds suit apartment living near busy shopping areas, and how to set up your home properly. You get video guides and breed information for informed decisions.

From 8-16 weeks, puppies form their worldview. Early weeks focus on home management - toilet training, chewing prevention, sleep routines. At 12 weeks, weekly puppy school starts with small groups of 8-10 puppies.

Double Bay puppies need specific exposure. Shopping precinct noise. Outdoor dining areas. Other dogs at Steyne Park. Bus traffic. People constantly walking past. We expose puppies to these things early so they don't develop fears or reactivity later.

Our puppy school isn't about drilling commands repeatedly. It's building a dog who can function in this high-stimulation environment without developing anxiety or behaviour problems. You get access to our online portal with 300+ video tutorials and stay connected with your puppy group.

After 16 weeks, adolescence hits. Your cooperative puppy becomes difficult, testing boundaries and "forgetting" training. We work through this phase together instead of you struggling alone.

Some adolescent dogs need minimal guidance. Others require substantial impulse control work, especially around Double Bay's food and shopping distractions. We customise based on individual needs.

Board and Train Starting 2026

Next year we're launching board and train. Five intensive days with your dog at our facility. Very limited spots. The only programme where we handle full-time care instead of teaching you to manage training.

Why Double Bay Creates Unique Challenges

Double Bay's character creates specific training needs. The shopping precinct means constant foot traffic, outdoor dining, food smells, and people carrying shopping bags. Dogs without proper training become overwhelmed quickly.

Steyne Park is the main dog area but gets packed during peak times. Multiple dogs, varying training levels, close encounters. Your dog needs solid social skills and impulse control to function here appropriately.

Residential areas sit directly adjacent to the busy shopping streets. Your dog goes from quiet apartment to stimulating shopping precinct within minutes. They need to handle this transition smoothly without getting overexcited or anxious.

The affluent community has high standards. People shopping on Bay Street expect well-behaved dogs. Outdoor cafe patrons don't tolerate begging or barking. Your dog's behaviour reflects on you in a community where reputation matters.

We know Bay Street is most challenging between 10am-2pm when lunch crowds pack outdoor cafes. We know Steyne Park fills with dogs around 8am and 5pm. We know which residential streets offer better training environments. Local knowledge saves your time.

Training Locations in Double Bay

Most work happens at your home. That's where your dog lives, where issues occur, where they need to behave. We work on real situations - settling calmly indoors, not jumping on visitors, appropriate behaviour in different rooms.

Outside training uses actual Double Bay locations. Quiet residential streets for foundational leash work. Steyne Park during off-peak times for controlled distraction training. Bay Street shopping area only when dogs demonstrate readiness for high-stimulation environments.

Reactive dogs start in low-distraction zones, building skills before facing harder challenges. Each dog progresses at their individual pace.

How Training Works

Dog training follows learning principles. I help you read your dog's signals so you respond correctly instead of guessing. We address root problems, not just symptoms.

You're actively involved throughout the session. I'm teaching you how to work with your dog, not just fixing them temporarily. If you don't maintain skills afterwards, they fade. Sessions are practical - you practice techniques while I coach.

After the session, the Online Dog Trainer platform provides ongoing resources. Video tutorials for different situations. When questions arise during implementation, you have answers available.

Consistent daily work for 30 days typically shows results. Some owners see changes sooner. But consistent means structured practice every day, not occasional attempts. Irregular effort produces no results.

Serious issues need more time. Deep anxiety doesn't resolve quickly. Established aggression requires months of careful work. I'm honest about realistic timelines upfront.

About Double Bay

Double Bay sits on Sydney's harbour shore east of the CBD. It's known for upscale shopping, outdoor dining, and affluent residential areas. The suburb attracts professionals and families who value proximity to city amenities with a village atmosphere.

Bay Street forms the commercial heart with designer boutiques, cafes, and restaurants. Brands like Scanlan Theodore and boutiques carrying international labels line the street. Outdoor dining dominates - cafes and restaurants with street-side tables create constant foot traffic and food smells.

Knox Street and Cross Street extend the shopping area with additional boutiques, homewares shops, and specialty stores. The concentrated retail area means heavy pedestrian traffic, especially weekends and lunch hours.

Steyne Park provides the main green space for dogs. The park sits near the water with harbour views. It gets extremely busy during morning and evening peak times with many dogs and their owners. Dogs need good social skills to function here without incidents.

Redleaf Beach and Seven Shillings Beach offer harbour swimming nearby. Murray Rose Pool at Redleaf provides enclosed swimming. These areas attract families and swimmers, creating additional foot traffic and activity.

Residential areas mix apartments and houses. Many residents live in medium to high-density housing. Limited private outdoor space means dogs rely on walks for exercise and mental stimulation. This demands excellent leash behaviour and engagement during structured walks.

The community is affluent with high expectations. People shopping on Bay Street expect well-mannered dogs. Outdoor cafe patrons don't tolerate begging, barking, or jumping. Poor dog behaviour gets noticed and judged.

Transport uses buses and ferries. The ferry wharf connects to Circular Quay. Multiple bus routes serve the area. Limited parking encourages public transport use. This creates foot traffic on paths between residential areas and transport hubs.

Blackburn Gardens provides heritage gardens with harbour views. The manicured space attracts people seeking quiet moments. Dogs walking through need calm behaviour in this peaceful setting.

Weather follows Sydney coastal patterns. Mild winters. Warm summers. Harbour breezes moderate temperatures. Dogs need to function comfortably in all conditions without stress.

The shopping precinct creates unique challenges for dogs. Food smells from restaurants. People carrying shopping bags. Outdoor diners eating at tables. Dogs without impulse control struggle constantly in this environment.

Social expectations are high. The affluent community values refinement and good manners. Your dog's behaviour reflects directly on you. Poor training damages your reputation. Good training earns respect from neighbours and shoppers.

The suburb's compact size means you encounter the same people repeatedly. Dog walkers see each other daily at Steyne Park. Shoppers recognise neighbours on Bay Street. Your dog's behaviour becomes known quickly throughout the community.

Starting Training

We begin discussing your dog's specific issues. What behaviours are problematic? What's your living situation? What does your day involve? Where do you walk? What hasn't worked before?

Then we schedule one 2-hour session at your home. Working in your real environment where your dog needs to behave. You'll see progress during the session and understand what to do next. I'm teaching you how to work with your dog, not just temporarily fixing issues.

Afterwards, you have online support through the Online Dog Trainer platform. Video tutorials for different situations. Questions arise during implementation - you're not figuring everything out alone.

Puppies should start before bad habits form. Prevention beats fixing established problems. A 10-week-old learning correctly from the start has huge advantages over a 6-month-old who's practiced problems for months.

Give it 30 days of genuine consistent effort. Most owners see changes within that time. Some notice shifts sooner. But genuine effort means proper daily practice, not occasional attempts.

Questions Owners Ask

My dog pulls toward every outdoor cafe. How do I stop this?

Cafe reactivity needs impulse control training. Your dog must learn that pulling toward food gets them nothing and walking calmly past cafes gets rewarded. Takes consistent practice from you in real cafe environments.

Can you help with begging at outdoor dining areas?

Yes. Begging develops because it works. We teach your dog that approaching diners gets no reward and staying with you gets everything. This requires you to practice consistently whenever passing outdoor dining.

How long before behaviour improves?

Most owners practicing daily see shifts within a month. Some notice changes in two weeks. But you must actually practice daily with proper technique, not just try occasionally when convenient.

My dog goes crazy at Steyne Park with other dogs. Can this be fixed?

Dog reactivity stems from anxiety or poor social skills. We address the underlying cause and teach better responses to other dogs. Takes time and consistent work but resolves effectively.

What happens in the training session?

Two hours at your home working on your dog's specific issues. I teach you how to address them. You practice with my coaching. Then you have online support and video tutorials afterwards for continued guidance.

Do you walk dogs individually or in groups?

Both. Solo walks suit dogs needing focused work or managing reactivity. Group walks work for social dogs with good manners. I match the approach to each dog's needs.

My dog jumps on people while we're shopping. Can you fix this?

Jumping is inappropriate greeting behaviour. We teach your dog how to greet people politely without paws on clothing. Requires you to practice with everyone your dog encounters until it becomes habit.

When does board and train start?

Launches in 2026. Five intensive days with your dog at our facility. Very limited availability. The only programme involving full-time care instead of teaching you to handle training.