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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.

Based in Arrowtown with fully fenced training centres in Shotover Country, Queenstown & Omakau, Central Otago.

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!

​Upcoming Workshops

  • Introduction to Scentwork - Omakau
    Introduction to Scentwork - Omakau
    Mon, 21 Oct
    281 Devonshire Road
    21 Oct 2024, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm NZDT
    281 Devonshire Road, 281 Devonshire Road, Omakau 9376, New Zealand
    21 Oct 2024, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm NZDT
    281 Devonshire Road, 281 Devonshire Road, Omakau 9376, New Zealand
    Dog's noses are very powerful, so learn how to pair scents and get your dog started in this growing sport in New Zealand.
  • Introduction to Scentwork - Queenstown
    Introduction to Scentwork - Queenstown
    Wed, 23 Oct
    13 Headley Drive
    23 Oct 2024, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm NZDT
    13 Headley Drive, 13 Headley Drive, Lower Shotover, Queenstown 9371, New Zealand
    23 Oct 2024, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm NZDT
    13 Headley Drive, 13 Headley Drive, Lower Shotover, Queenstown 9371, New Zealand
    Dog's noses are very powerful, so learn how to pair scents and get your dog started in this growing sport in New Zealand.
  • Dog Agility & Tricks - Beginners - Omakau
    Dog Agility & Tricks - Beginners - Omakau
    Mon, 04 Nov
    281 Devonshire Road
    04 Nov 2024, 6:00 pm
    281 Devonshire Road, 281 Devonshire Road, Omakau 9376, New Zealand
    04 Nov 2024, 6:00 pm
    281 Devonshire Road, 281 Devonshire Road, Omakau 9376, New Zealand
    Dog agility & tricks are great to gain focus, impulse control, drive, great for mind, body and fun! Any dog from 6 months+. 4 weeks.
  • Online - Control, Agility & Tricks - Beginners
    Online - Control, Agility & Tricks - Beginners
    Online - anytime to suit!
    Online - 8 weeks
    Online - anytime to suit!
    Online - 8 weeks
    Online - anytime to suit!
    Online - 8 weeks
    Learn from your local trick dog grand champion & dog agility expert. Any age and no special equipment needed. Getting the right fun, focus and control for you & your dog!
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