Positive Dog Training for Real Life and Everyday Adventures Across the Illawarra

Practical skills. Lasting results. A better life together.

Let’s find the right path for you and your dog.

Whether you’re navigating the puppy stage, fine-tuning your walks, or dreaming of peaceful outings together, I offer positive, practical training tailored to your goals. As a dog trainer supporting families across the Illawarra, my force-free approach builds confidence, strengthens your bond, and makes everyday life with your dog more enjoyable—for both of you.

A small dog barking and lunging on leash during a reactive moment.

Behaviour Help for Reactive Dogs

Barking on walks, growling at guests, hiding from the world—it’s not what you pictured when you brought your dog home. You’re doing your best, but the stress, guilt, and isolation are real. Living with a reactive or anxious dog can be exhausting. I see you, and I’m here to help you find a way forward.

A handler walking a dog calmly on a loose lead outdoors in the Illawarra.

manners and obedience Training

Your dog’s a good dog—now let’s help them act like it. From polite greetings to better recall and calm café hangs, I’ll guide you through practical skills that make everyday adventures more enjoyable. You’ll go from feeling unsure to confident, and from managing your dog to truly enjoying them.

Dogs and owners practicing real-life skills together in a group training class.

Group Classes for real life skills

Small, friendly, and practical—my group classes are designed to help you build real-life skills in a fun and supportive setting. Learn how to help your dog listen, focus, and enjoy working with you around distractions. Whether you’re after calm leash walks, a better recall, or better everyday manners, there’s a class for you.

You Got a Dog for the Good Times

—  Let’s Get You There

Hi, I’m Bek! I help people just like you go from frustrated and unsure to confident and connected with their dog. Maybe you pictured lazy café mornings, hiking trails, or weekends away—but instead you’re feeling guilty, overwhelmed, or unsure how to make it all work.

Whether you’re struggling with barking, leash chaos, or a dog who just won’t listen, I use positive, motivation-based training to help you both succeed. Based in the Illawarra, I support dogs and their people in building trust, skills, and a life you can enjoy together.

Bek from Activate Dog Training smiling with her golden retriever Atlas.
CPDT-KA Certified Professional Dog Trainer
APDT Accredited Professional Dog Trainer

I love celebrating success stories and can’t wait to help you Activate yours!

Cover of the Enriching the Lives of Our Dogs eBook by Activate Dog Training.

Keep Your Dog Happy and Engaged—Download Your Free Enrichment eBook

Unchecked boredom can lead to everything from destructive chewing to constant barking. Grab my FREE Enrichment eBook and discover easy ways to keep your dog mentally engaged at home and out. It’s time to Activate better behaviour in your everyday life with your dog.