The Sydney Dog Trainer
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The sydney dog trainer
Balanced trainer
mark
Mark, the owner and director of The Sydney Dog Trainer, is a cold war navy submarine veteran with a passion for dog training. He has an impressive background in the field, having studied under some of Australia’s top trainers. Mark’s dog training journey began in 2008 and his credentials include a Certificate III in Dog Behaviour and Training, one of Australia’s most distinguished dog training courses. He loves his work and is dedicated to providing top-of-the-line services to his clients. Over the years Mark has helped thousands of people gain a better understanding of dog behaviour and thus able to build a better bond with their dog!
The sydney dog trainer
Force free trainer
linda
Linda has always had a deep love for animals. Growing up around dogs and horses, it was only natural that she would combine her passions for business and animals to focus on training, with a special interest in puppies, adolescent dogs and rescued dogs.
From the age of 14, Linda began training her own dogs, competing in obedience and agility trials and grooming them herself. In her later teens she spent much of her time working with horses, and in her twenties volunteered for many years at the Manly & Districts Dog Training Club. There she served on the committee, wrote the club’s monthly newsletters, and helped hundreds of families each year through her training programs.
After completing a Bachelor of Business in Marketing and Management and enjoying a successful corporate career, Linda has come full circle, now working full time with dogs. She holds a Delta Certificate IV in Companion Animal Services and is an Accredited Assessor for the Canine Good Citizen Award.
Linda is currently mid‑term in her contract with RSPCA NSW, working as a Behaviour and Rehabilitation Trainer. This role has deepened her hands‑on experience with complex behavioural cases and rescue rehabilitation. Her approach blends the latest science‑based techniques with empathy, helping owners understand their dogs and build lasting, positive relationships.
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For better results, only choose qualified trainers!
In an industry that lacks regulation, it can be difficult to search for a dog trainer or behaviourist. However, there is a solution to this challenge. By visiting the “about me” page of a trainer’s website, one can easily confirm if they possess an Australian-acknowledged dog training qualification. This step significantly reduces the options you have and streamlines your search process. The Sydney Dog Trainer team are fully accredited with Mark having completed The National Dog Trainers Federation Certificate III in Dog Behaviour and Training and Linda having completed the Delta Society’s Certificate IV Companion Animals Services. We are fully equipped to provide the best services to our clients. As such, we encourage you to make an informed choice by engaging qualified trainers ensuring you get quality professional help the first time around!
Extraordinary Experiences
Hours Not Weeks
We excel at providing instant relief for most dog behavioural issues with 99% of our clients seeing a significant improvement in their behavioural issues* by the end of their visit. Our esteemed clientele has attested to our commitment to providing quality service and effective solutions. We welcome you to read our impressive reviews on Google to validate our claims. We dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes and is always ready to offer support and guidance to ensure the best possible results.
*Pulling on leash, reactivity, barking, visitor excitement, jumping up
mark hickey
Mark, the owner and director of The Sydney Dog Trainer, is a navy veteran with a passion for dog training. He has an impressive background in the field, having studied under some of Australia's top trainers. Mark featured in the Daily Telegraph's NSW Top Ten Trainers article. Mark's credentials include a Certificate III in Dog Behaviour and Training, one of Australia's most distinguished dog training courses. He loves his work and is dedicated to providing top-of-the-line services to his clients. Over the years Mark has helped over a thousand families gain a better understanding of dog behaviour and thus able to build a better bond with their dog!
linda hickey
Linda has always had a deep love for animals. Growing up around dogs and horses, it was only natural that she would combine her passions for business and animals to focus on training, with a special interest in puppies, adolescent dogs and rescued dogs. From the age of 14, Linda began training her own dogs, competing in obedience and agility trials and grooming them herself. In her later teens she spent much of her time working with horses, and in her twenties volunteered for many years at the Manly & Districts Dog Training Club. There she served on the committee, wrote the club’s monthly newsletters, and helped hundreds of families each year through her training programs. After completing a Bachelor of Business in Marketing and Management and enjoying a successful corporate career, Linda has come full circle, now working full time with dogs. She holds a Delta Certificate IV in Companion Animal Services and is an Accredited Assessor for the Canine Good Citizen Award. Linda is currently mid‑term in her contract with RSPCA NSW, working as a Behaviour and Rehabilitation Trainer. This role has deepened her hands‑on experience with complex behavioural cases and rescue rehabilitation. Her approach blends the latest science‑based techniques with empathy, helping owners understand their dogs and build lasting, positive relationships.
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WE ARE 100% ACCREDITED IN OUR FIELD and our training is nationally recognised!
LOOK NO FURTHER
In an industry that lacks regulation, it can be difficult to search for a dog trainer or behaviourist. However, there is a solution to this challenge. By visiting the "about me" page of a trainer's website, one can easily confirm if they possess an Australian-acknowledged dog training qualification. This step significantly reduces the options you have and streamlines your search process. The Sydney Dog Trainer team are fully accredited with Mark having completed The National Dog Trainers Federation Certificate III in Dog Behaviour and Training and Linda having completed the Delta Society's Certificate IV Companion Animals Services. We are fully equipped to provide the best services to our clients. As such, we encourage you to make an informed choice by engaging qualified trainers ensuring you get quality professional help the first time around!
