Training Essentials
Flip Collins
Dog Trainer & Behaviour Consultant
Training through play! Game & psychology based dog training that you and your dog WANT to do! Get the skills BEFORE you need them! From a new puppy to a rescue dog - I help you work WITH your dog using the latest scientific techniques.
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Based in Arrowtown with fully fenced training centres in Shotover Country, Queenstown & Omakau, Central Otago.
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I'm a Fear Free trainer and Low Stress Handling certified. I'm a proud member of APDTNZ (Association Professional Dog Trainers New Zealand). I'm a also a certified Trick Dog Instructor (CTDI), Animal Acting Partner, a Canine Conditioning Fitness Coach, Sports Dog Trainer & Pet First Aid Instructor.
I've 3 rescued Bearded Collie X's (Jack, Bear & Rufus) and a Cavoodle, Gizmo! I compete in dog agility to the highest levels in NZ with GOLD awards. I've a couple of Trick Dog Grand Champions & I've been awarded Trick Dog Trainer of the year.
I'm a total dog geek constantly up-skilled through seminars, Karen Pryor Academy, The School of Canine Science and more. From behavior modification to obedience to fun tricks, scent work & agility.
Everyday is a gift! Loving your dog is training fear free.
Have fun with your dog!
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​Upcoming Workshops
- Wed, 23 Oct13 Headley Drive23 Oct 2024, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm NZDT13 Headley Drive, 13 Headley Drive, Lower Shotover, Queenstown 9371, New Zealand
- Online - anytime to suit!Online - 8 weeksOnline - anytime to suit!Online - 8 weeks