Meet Eve, Qualified Dog Trainer and Behaviour Consultant
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Dogaholics Dog Training Newcastle

Hey there!

I’m Eve, the proud owner and founder of Dogaholics Dog Training and Behaviour services, with two decades of enriching experiences as a dog behaviour consultant and trainer in the beautiful Newcastle area.

My journey into the realm of animal behaviour training began at the tender age of 6.

Back then, armed with some saved-up pocket money, I eagerly purchased a mouse from the local pet store. Convinced that I could teach him an array of tricks, my initial attempt didn’t go as planned (true story— the mouse made a daring escape within the house and was never caught!).

However, it’s a joy to share that this early misadventure didn’t deter me, and I’ve accumulated numerous success stories since those early days.

Credentials Matter!

In an industry where credentials matter, I take pride in being a fully qualified professional.

Here’s a snapshot of my accomplishments:

  • Accredited and certified Dog and Cat Trainer and Behaviour Consultant
  • Provisional K9 Nose Work® Instructor
  • Greenhound Assessor for Greyhounds in the Hunter area
  • Behavioural Assessor for dogs deemed menacing or dangerous dog
  • I help owners to train their assistance dogs
  • I am a ‘MindDog’ assessor and trainer
  • I was the winner of the 2013 APDT and Black Dog Wear Scholarship
  • I am an educator and teach Cert IV in Animal Behaviour and Training

  • Diploma of Canine Behaviour Science and Technology
  • Diploma of Feline Behaviour Science and Technology
  • Cert IV in Dog Behavioural Training (Delta Society)
  • NACSW K9 Nose Work Instructor Course (undertaking currently) (NACSW)
  • Living and Learning with Animals Certificate (Behaviour Works)
  • Approved Greenhound Assessor for Greyhounds
  • Certificate in Canine Myofunctional Therapy (Dog Massage)
  • Statement of Attainment – Identify and respond to animal behaviour (TAFE)
  • Bachelor of Business
  • Associate Diploma in Management
  • Diploma in Management
  • Cert IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116)
  • Senior First Aid Certificate

  • Association of Pet Dog Trainers Australia (APDT)
  • Pet Professional Guild Australia (PPGA)
  • Delta Institute of Australia

  • 2025 K9 Nosework Down Under Camp, June 2025, Australian Canine Scent Work
  • All About Puppies and Kittens, 24-25 May 2025, Pet Professional Guild
  • Australian Veterinary Association Conference – 13-15 May 2025, Sydney
  • Unlocking Resilience – 31 Dec 2024, Science Matters
  • The Adolescent Dog – One Day Online Conference, 2023, Fenzi Dog Sport Academy
  • Australian Pet Dog Training (APDT) Conference, 2023, Hunter Valley
  • MindDog Assessors Workshop – 29 April 2023
  • Pounce! 2022, IAABC Foundation – 19 Nov 2022
  • The Puppy Lab, School of Canine Science – 13 Nov 2022
  • Aggression in Dog Conference, 30 Sept – 02 Oct 2022, Loose Leash Academy
  • Working with Reactive and Hyper-Aroused Dogs, Jul – Sept 2022, Fenzi Dog Sport Academy
  • Trauma in Animals Conference: 30-31 July 2022, Control the Meerkat
  • The Brain and Behaviour through life stages: Senior, 14 May 2022, Dr Kathy Murphy
  • The Brain and Behaviour through life stages: Adulthood, 07 May 2022, Dr Kathy Murphy
  • The Brain and Behaviour through life stages: Adolescence, 30 April 2022, Dr Kathy Murphy
  • The Brain and Behaviour through life stages: Puppyhood, 23 April 2022, Dr Kathy Murphy
  • Unpacking the emotional experience, 19 Mar 2022, Dog Centred Care
  • Geek Week: For the Love of Science, 13-17 Nov 2021, Pet Professional Guild
  • Aggression in Dog Conference, 22-24 Oct 2021, Loose Leash Academy
  • Geek Week: For the Love of Science, 11-15 Nov 2020, Pet Professional Guild
  • Australian Pet Dog Training (APDT) Australia Conference, 2019, Hunter Valley (Peta Clarke, Dr Kate Mornement, Ken Ramirez, Dr Vanessa Rohlf, Michael Shikashio)
  • Learning about Learning, 2019, Professor Susan Friedman and Peta Clarke
  • Puppy School Essentials, 2019, Dr Jen Nesbitt-Hawes
  • Australasian Animal Training Conference, 2018, Wouter Stellaard
  • Improve your Training skills, 2018, Peta Clarke
  • Husbandry Training, 2017, Kat Gregory
  • Chicken Training Camp, Poultry in Motion, 2017, Terry Ryan
  • Operant Conditioning – 3 day Seminar/Workshop, 2017, Dr Bob Bailey
  • Introduction to Treibball Workshop, 2016, Newcastle (K9 Nosetime)
  • K9 Nose Work Workshop, 2016, Newcastle (K9 Nosetime)
  • Australian Pet Dog Training (APDT) Australia Conference, 2015, Gold Coast (Dr Cam Day, Veronica Boutelle, Nando Brown, Chirag Patel, Malena DeMartini Price, Robyn Hood)
  • Working with Fearful dogs, Separation Anxiety, Dissecting the dynamics of dog-to-dog play, 2015, Brisbane (Nicole Wilde)
  • Unravelling the puzzles of behaviour, training and performance, 2015, Newcastle (Suzanne Clothier)
  • Understanding and helping the adolescent dog, 2015, Newcastle (Suzanne Clothier)
  • Behaviour Roadshow, Sydney, 2015 (AVBIG)
  • Introduction to K9 Nose Work 3 Day Seminar, 2015, Sydney (Jill Marie O’Brien)
  • Relationship Centred Training, 2014, Newcastle (Suzanne Clothier)
  • Australian Pet Dog Training (APDT) Australia Conference, 2014, Sydney (Veronica Boutelle, Pia Silvani, Debra Millikan & Debbie Calnon)
  • Chaos to Calm Seminar, 2014, Newcastle
  • Working Dog Conference 2013, Sydney (University of Sydney)
  • Australian Pet Dog Training (APDT) Australia Conference, 2013, Melbourne (Dianne Garrod, Emily Larlham, Peta Clarke, Marion Brand, Jaime Jackson, Robyn Hood)
  • Australian Pet Dog Training (APDT) Australia Conference, 2012, Sydney (Grisha Stewart, Dr Sophia Yin, Pat Miller)
  • Australian Pet Dog Training (APDT) Australia Conference, 2011, Sydney (Kay Laurence, Dr Kersti Seksel, Dr Gabrielle Carter, Nic Bishop)
  • Australian Pet Dog Training (APDT) Australia Conference, 2010, Sydney (Ken Ramirez, Steve White and Peta Clarke)
  • Australian Pet Dog Training (APDT) Australia Conference, 2009, Sydney (Sarah Kalnjas, Dr Pam Reid & Dr Paul McGreevy)
  • The Brave New World of Dog Training: Science with a brain and a heart, 2009, Sydney (Dr Roger Abrantes)
  • Australian Pet Dog Training (APDT) Australia Conference, 2006, Sydney (Pat Miller, Dr Paul McGreevy, Dr Debbie Calnon, Karin Bridge & Peta Clarke)
  • Coaching People to Train their Dogs, 2005, Sydney (Terry Ryan, Canine Legacy)
  • Science Based Dog Training with Feeling, 2004, Sydney (Ian Dunbar, SIRUS Training)
  • Australian Pet Dog Training (APDT) Australia Conference, 2003, Sydney (Patricia McConnell)

Did you know that the dog behaviour and training industry in Australia is largely unregulated?

It’s true! Anyone can claim to be a ‘dog behaviourist or trainer’ without any qualifications or experience.
That’s why I’ve dedicated the past two decades to staying at the forefront of the field, attending conferences, workshops, and training courses.

My Commitment to You

Employing only science-based, positive reinforcement methods—because your canine companion deserves the very best.

Ready to embark on a transformative journey with your furry friend?