About Four Happy Paws
With nearly two decades of experience as a veterinary nurse and full dog-training qualifications, I bring a unique blend of medical insight, behavioural understanding, and gentle guidance to every training session.
I specialise in working with puppies and adolescent dogs—the most important and sometimes the most challenging stages of development. My approach is calm, positive, and tailored to your dog’s individual personality. I want every dog to feel safe, confident, and understood, and every owner to feel supported.
When you work with me, you’ll receive training that fits your life and empowers you to raise a well-rounded, happy dog.
Why Choose Four Happy Paws
18 years of veterinary experience Deep understanding of health, behaviour, stress signals, and safe training.
Fully qualified dog trainer Using up-to-date, science-backed, positive methods.
Specialised in puppies & teens These stages are my passion — and my expertise.
Flexible training delivery In-person, online, or hybrid to suit your lifestyle.
Calm, kind, supportive approach You and your dog are treated with patience and respect.
Personalised programs No “one size fits all” — everything is tailored.
Ready to help your dog become confident, calm, and well-mannered?
Association of Professional Dog Trainers New Zealand - Endorsed Trainer
I am a proud member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers New Zealand and recognized as an Endorsed Trainer.
The Trainer Endorsement Programme recognises and endorses those APDTNZ members who, as dog trainers, have a level of knowledge, experience and academic qualifications, or accreditation that is of a high calibre and is in line with the Association's Code of Ethics promoting dog-friendly training techniques.
CANZ (Companion Animal NZ) accredited animal animal training instructor.
Animal Training Instructors are experts in training animal behaviour. This may be teaching basic “manners” such as sit, stay, and recall, through to more specialised training such as in agility, tricks, or Nosework. Animal Training Instructors work closely with the animal guardian, effectively training the guardian on how to train the animal.
Fear Free Certified Level 1, 2, 3 and Elite & Trainer
I have a special interest in helping reduce fear, anxiety and stress in dogs (and cats). I have gained fear free certification Elite in 2020 and now have gained the dog trainer fear free certification. Gaining these certifications has given me tools to help owners recognize signs of fear, stress and anxiety and ways to help our pets and owners deal with these. It has also given me tools to help work with you and your vet to take the fear out of vet visits using co-operative care. If you have a dog that hates the vets let me show you how we can change that!
