Meet Jo

I am committed to helping dogs and owners find new connections, gain a better understanding of each other and live in harmony without fear or distress. I am dedicated to helping families and their pets settle in their homes successfully, whether it is a new dog, or a seasoned companion. I can provide on going support or maybe you just need little extra guidance and assistance at this time.

My personal experiences allow me to relate to your busy lifestyles, the worries and pressures of your own everyday life and I will make your training programs individual, achievable and successful.

I am passionate about the sport of canine nose work and teaching dog owners with their pet dogs the pleasure of allowing their dogs to scent and build on connection using fun scent detection skills.

I have a strong interest in animal welfare and while studying and gaining accreditation with the National Dog Trainers Federation (NDTF) I volunteered and worked with the RSPCA (Vic) Behaviour Team. I initially began working hands-on with large groups of seized 'puppy-farm' dogs that were under socialised. I worked to rehabilitate them and prepare them for adoption.

My role at the RSPCA (Vic) developed to leading the team of animal behaviourists, trainers and volunteers. Through my work with the RSPCA I have gained experience in running group classes for all ages and skill level; temperament profiling of dogs; and providing specialised consultations with private clients. My work with the RSPCA(Vic) Behaviour team focussed my knowledge, expanded my skills and experience with canine and feline behaviour.

I continued supporting the RSPCA (VIC) community through fostering, volunteering and assisting with the education department for projects and programs that require specialist canine behaviour advice until 2021.

Over time I have been an active member of dog clubs; assisted with agility trials; nose work and scent work trials. I have attended seminars and conferences across Australia to improve and extend my professional development and bring the best practice up to date positive training techniques to each consultation and training session.