Committed to Evidence-Based Canine Training

INSTINCT takes a practical, evidence-led approach to dog training, focused on understanding why behaviour happens before deciding how to change it.

My training journey has been shaped through training with world-class animal trainer Joel Beckman, whose decades of experience extend far beyond dogs. Joel has worked with and trained an extraordinary range of animals, from domestic dogs to large and exotic species. That breadth of experience brings a valuable perspective to training: while every species is different, the fundamental principles of learning, motivation, communication and consequence remain remarkably consistent.

I apply those principles to real-world dog training — looking at the individual dog, the behaviour in front of me and what is driving it, rather than relying on a single method or philosophy.

From building strong foundations with puppies to working through reactivity, aggression and more complex behavioural problems, training is structured around clear communication, appropriate motivation, consistency and meaningful consequences.

The aim isn't simply a dog that performs in a training session. It's a dog and owner who can take what they've learned and make it work in the real world.

Understand the Dog. Train with Purpose.