About Playful Paws®
How we can help you and your dog
At Playful Paws®, we're passionate about creating positive experiences for dogs and their family, fostering happy, well-behaved companions who are ready to enjoy all life has to offer.
Our dog training services cater to dogs of all ages, breeds, and temperaments, ensuring they develop the necessary skills to thrive in various environments. Whether you're seeking group classes, private sessions, or assistance dog training, our experienced dog trainers are dedicated to helping your dog achieve their best.
We also offer Doggie Daycare, where your dog can socialise, play, and learn in a safe and engaging environment. For puppies needing extra attention, our Puppy Kinder provides tailored care and training.
Our Doggie Daycare aka Puppy Kinder offers a fun and exciting environment for your dog.
Our Assistance Dog training will help your dog to become a skilled and qualified assistance dog.
We offer private 1-on-1 and group dog training classes for puppies and dogs of all ages and breeds. Enroll anytime and attend a casual class.
Meet the Megs and the team who take care and train your playful pups in Bairnsdale.
Frequently Asked Questions
Working with your paw-some buddies!
At Playful Paws, we aim to bring out the best in your bestfriend through classes and private trainings.
We follow behavioural science and believe in building your dogs trust and respect by rewarding the behaviour you want. The more you reward the behaviour the more they will show it. We reward our dogs for behaviour we like using food, play and attention. If the dog does something we do not like, we examine why the behaviour is occurring and either fix the cause or train a more appropriate behaviour.
All behaviour is influenced by how an animal feels about something, and what they get out of it. No behaviour happens without a motivation. Positive Reinforcement training means that our training sessions are fun and enjoyable, resulting in dogs that want to be trained and learn quicker. They also see their humans as being wonderful providers of all the good things in life, resulting in higher engagement and better focus on the handler.
As soon as you get them! Puppies (or dogs) learn naughty behaviour as quick as good behaviour. Start with writing down some clear rules for you and your family tomorrow and reward all the right behaviour.
It is never too late for training – haven’t you heard that old dogs can learn new tricks? How long a behaviour has been occurring will influence how easy it is to change your dog’s behaviour, but it certainly is never too late. Contact us to discuss your dog's problems and, most importantly, find a solution.
Yes, absolutely! Our puppy classes are held inside our building, which is mopped and disinfected prior to class. Puppy preschool jump starts your puppy’s training and socialisation. While they might be young, they are definitely learning, so get them into a class ASAP!
Playful Paws®
Our Services
Doggie Daycare
Our Doggie Daycare offers a fun and exciting environment in puppy kinder while you work.
Get in touch with our friendly dog trainers to enroll your dog today!
Dog Training
Our experienced dog trainers focus on behavioural issues, lead manners, recall, visiting public places, and more. Visit our dog training page to learn about the different classes we offer and the behaviours we focus on.
Assistance Dog Training
Dogs require specialised training to provide support, trust and confidence to people with disabilities, helping them live independently. Contact our dog trainers to discuss your needs.
Doggie Daycare
Our Doggie Daycare offers a fun and exciting in puppy kinder while you work.
Get in touch with our friendly dog trainers to enroll your dog today!
Dog Training
Our experienced dog trainers focus on behavioural issues, lead manners, recall, visiting public places, and more. Visit our dog training page to learn about the different classes we offer and the behaviours we focus on.
Assistance Dog Training
Dogs require specialised training to provide support, trust and confidence to people with disabilities, helping them live independently. Contact our dog trainers to discuss your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Working with your paw-some buddies!
At Playful Paws®, we aim to bring out the best in your bestfriend through classes and dog training sessions.
We follow behavioural science and believe in building your dogs trust and respect by rewarding the behaviour you want. The more you reward the behaviour the more they will show it. We reward our dogs for behaviour we like using food, play and attention. If the dog does something we do not like, we examine why the behaviour is occurring and either fix the cause or train a more appropriate behaviour.
All behaviour is influenced by how an animal feels about something, and what they get out of it. No behaviour happens without a motivation. Positive Reinforcement training means that our training sessions are fun and enjoyable, resulting in dogs that want to be trained and learn quicker. They also see their humans as being wonderful providers of all the good things in life, resulting in higher engagement and better focus on the handler.
As soon as you get them! Puppies (or dogs) learn naughty behaviour as quick as good behaviour. Start with writing down some clear rules for you and your family tomorrow and reward all the right behaviour.
It is never too late for dog training – haven’t you heard that old dogs can learn new tricks? How long a behaviour has been occurring will influence how easy it is to change your dog’s behaviour, but it certainly is never too late. Contact us to discuss your dog's problems and, most importantly, find a solution.
Yes, absolutely! Our puppy classes are held inside our building, which is mopped and disinfected prior to class. Puppy preschool jump starts your puppy’s training and socialisation. While they might be young, they are definitely learning, so get them into a class ASAP!
Clients Testimonials
Our Amazing Clients Feedback
I would also like to complement you and your staff on a very friendly and professionally run business. From the first day that I popped in to ask questions I have nothing but admiration for you and your staff members. Everyone has been so helpful. We know that Sarge is in very caring and capable hands.
Sarge
- Brett Tanian
Thanks again for today. Our little friend is exhausted. Much appreciated. Always feel at ease leaving him with you. Thankyou.
Rusty
-Rusty's proud parents
I have just seen Maggies videos and I nearly cried you are doing such a good job with her. Thanks.
Maggie
- Clare & Peter, Proud dog owners
Frankie had a great day yesterday. Thanks for all you guys do.
Frankie
- Frankie's owner
Doggie Daycare
Our puppy preschool will help you understand your puppy and give you a great start to creating the life-long best buddy you desire.
Private Training
Our private training is one-on-one with a qualified trainer to help shape your dog that you’re are proud to call your best mate.
Assistance Dog Training
This class will work on off lead and on lead skills. They will be able to learn more advanced tricks and train under bigger distractions.
Doggie Daycare
$120
/ for 4 weeks