If you’re looking for a trainer who is calm, kind, highly qualified and genuinely understands dogs - you’re in the right place.

Rated 4.9/5 across Google and Facebook. Trusted by thousands of families across Australia, NZ and the USA and a highly rated puppy expert and dog trainer for Perth’s Northern suburbs.

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Meet Kelly Brown.

I’m Kelly Brown - an internationally qualified Dog Trainer and Behaviour Specialist working across Perth’s Northern suburbs.

For over 10 years, I’ve helped puppies, adolescents and adult dogs feel calmer, safer and more confient using kind, modern, science-based training that creates real life results.

With thousands of dogs and families supported across Australia, NZ and the USA, I specialise in puppy foundations and socialisation, behaviour support, working breeds and Assistance/Support Dogs.

My goal is simple: to help both ends of the leash feel understood, supported and empowered.

Kelly Brown

kelly brown- BSc (psych), CPDT-KA, PMCT1 (Distinction), fear free certified

Founder of Waggle Tails | Internationally Qualified Trainer | 10+ Years Experience | Thousands of Puppies, Dogs and Families Supported | Clear, Science-Based Training

My background.

For over a decade, I’ve worked with puppies and dogs of all ages, backgrounds and temperaments. Every dog has taught me something about communication, trust and emotional well-being - and that curiosity drives everything I do.

My approach.

My approach is grounded in positive reinforcement, behavioural science and emotional safety, helping dogs learn without fear, frustration or confusion while giving owners the clarity and confidence they need.

My Dog, Josie.

I’m the proud parent of Josie, my working line German Shepherd who has achieved multiple Tracking titles (TD, TDX) and was chosen for a national decking commercial. Training Josie for high-pressure environments, from scentwork through to film, has shaped the clear, calm and relationship-focused approach I bring to every dog and family I support.

My mission.

To help dogs feel safe, understood and capable - and to help owners feel confident, supported and empowered, so life with their dog becomes easier, calmer and more joyful.

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Why People Choose Waggle Tails.

“We tried traditional puppy training first, but Kelly transformed our puppy. The results were instant and lasting. We recommend her to everyone.”
— Louise, Perth

Clients consistently describe working with me as:

  • ‘‘Expert, personalised and compassionate’’

  • ‘'Calm, clear support with no judgement’'

  • Transformative results for puppies and adult dogs’’

  • ‘'Socialisation that builds confidence, not chaos or overwhelm’’

  • ‘'Grounded in behavioural science, not outdated methods’’

 

Training Philosophy - Clear, Kind and Science-Based.

Training should feel good - for both dog and human.

Training isn’t about control - it’s about communication, trust and emotional safety. I don’t use intimidation, force or outdated dominance techniques. Instead, I use modern, humane training methods that:

  • Reinforce the behaviours we want

  • Reduce anxiety, fear and frustration

  • Build resilience and problem-solving skills

  • Strengthen the human-dog bond

  • Support owners with practical, realistic guidance

  • Teach dogs how to cope calmly in the real world

When learning feels safe, behaviour change becomes effortless.

 

Who I Help.

I help:

  • Brand new puppy parents

  • Adolescent dogs needing structure and guidance

  • Dogs struggling with jumping, barking, pulling on lead, not coming when called, destructive behaviours or everyday manners

  • Fearful, anxious or over-stimulated dogs

  • Working breeds and high drive dogs

  • Assistance/Support Dogs and their handlers

  • Shelter and rescue dogs needing rehabilitation

  • Families wanting calmer, easier everyday behaviour

  • Owners seeking clear, empathetic and supportive training

If you want a dog who feels confident, understood and capable and a trainer who meets you where you are - I’m here to help.

 

Professional Dog Training and Behaviour Qualifications

  • Certified Professional Dog Trainer - CPDT-KA

  • Pat Miller Certified Dog Trainer (PMCT1 - Distinction)

  • Aggression in Dogs Master Course (Michael Shikashio)

  • Fear Free Dog Training Professional

  • MindDog Trainer for psychiatric support dogs and handlers

  • Pet First Aid and Human First Aid

 

Professional Memberships

  • Pet Professional Guild Australia

  • Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT)

  • International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants (IAABC)

 

Vision: Learn, Love, Play.

Learn - Every interaction is an opportunity for both dogs and humans to understand each other more deeply.

Love - Training strengthens relationships, builds trust and creates emotional safety.

Play - Joy, exploration and enrichment are at the heart of confident, well-adjusted dogs.

 

Dog Training Near You in Perth.

Waggle Tails provides positive reinforcement puppy training, dog training and behaviour support across Perth’s Northern suburbs, including Joondalup, Currambine, Kinross, Edgewater, Padbury, Mullaloo, Ocean Reef and Hillarys.

Services include:

  • Puppy training and socialisation - Puppy Pre-School programme, socialisation sessions and in-home puppy consultations to resolve behaviour issues like toilet training, puppy biting, chewing, jumping up, building confidence, setting early foundations for success

  • In-home behaviour consultations

  • Obedience and manners for adolescents and adult dogs, including loose-lead walking, recall training and everyday manners

  • Assistance/Support Dog training

  • Online dog training programmes

If you’re looking for trusted, effective dog training near you in Perth, I’d love to support you and your dog.

 

Ready to Begin Your Training Journey?

Choose the training option that fits your dog and your goals:

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We had been to previous dog training classes elsewhere with our older dog and found that it didn’t quite deliver on what we hoped - especially given our older dog’s needs. When we adopted George we did more research on puppy training and wanted someone who specialised more in this area. We are so glad we picked Kelly and her team! We booked the drop-in puppy sessions - she has a 5 for 4 deal, and found George has benefited so much, we even booked a 6th class, which would then lead us into the silver training, which will also be run by Kelly - this is how pleased we are with Kelly and her team! We wanted to ensure George was well socialised, meaning he learns how to interact appropriately with other dogs and also that he builds a stronger bond with us - thank you Kelly for helping us achieve this! George was reactive (barking) at other dogs when we arrived and immediately Kelly approached and gave us instructions/advice on how to help manage this behaviour. Within a few minutes he was responding really well to the advice Kelly gave us. We noticed each session, an improvement in his reactivity, he now greets dogs very politely and doesn’t react negatively in any way. We highly recommend these classes for socialisation and picking up the basics you need to know - wait/stay, eye contact, on and off lead meet and greet, settling - all of which we think are vital building blocks to our dog being an awesome and very good boy! The bonus about these puppy classes is that it’s not only Kelly but a team of people, where Kelly is able to specifically assist with any of you and your dogs needs, providing her professional advice. Kelly and her team of trainers are approachable and all make the effort to get to know you and your puppy. The thing we loved most is that you learn more about how to understand and read your dog better, picking up on their needs and what’s best for them. If you want to learn how to read dog body language, and have plenty of opportunities ensure you understand/learn how to socialise your dog than we highly recommend Kelly and team!

“We tried a traditional puppy class at first but was disappointed with the lack of socialisation. We switched to Waggle Tails and the difference was COLOSSAL. My puppy experienced quality puppy plays in a safe environment and together with Kelly’s online training modules for the hoomans, has moulded her into a confident and happy puppy who is now smashing it out at our local dog park. We travelled from Safety Bay to Osborne Park (55km) to attend these classes because the benefits of investing in the right training is everything and Kelly’s model was the best I could find. I have no enrolled in the online Ultimate Dog Programme for further training. Honestly people, Kelly’s amazing! Her doggo knowledge is next level.” (Louise Power, Perth, WA)

“The Ultimate Dog programme was very thorough and provided us with a lot of useful and interesting information, training tools and resources that we can keep referring back to. I am now more aware of what Windy’s behaviours mean, how to manage them for his benefit (and mine!), how to enrich his days and how to assist him to be a calmer, more well mannered dog. I’d highly recommend the Ultimate Dog Programme to other dog owners.” (Elissa Mehegan, Perth, WA)

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“Not only did the Ultimate Dog Programme calm my very excitable Staffy Cross, Elissa - it also helped me immensely in understanding her. I cannot recommend Kelly enough.” (Carole Dougans, Perth, WA)

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“I have no hesitation in recommending Kelly as a highly skilled trainer. What Kelly has been able to achieve with Jake (and me!) has been nothing short of miraculous. Jake came to me as a rescue dog - a loving but boisterous chap. Kelly taught me how to handle Jake and has given me a much better understanding of dogs in general. Jake and I have a become a great team, he is wonderful companion and I feel confident with him.” (Ann Morrison, Christchurch, NZ)

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“Having met Kelly was a true blessing for me, my classes, my private training and my work with my own dogs. Kelly’s educated clarity on training topics has brought my understanding of training to a new level which I am incredibly grateful for.” (Lisa Sturm, Sit Happens, Christchurch, NZ)

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“I had the pleasure of working with Kelly when she volunteered at the shelter where I am an Animal Care Specialist and Behavior Tech. She is extremely reliable and helped many of our dogs learn not just manners, but tools of which to rehab dogs with behavior problems. She was a key factor in multiple dogs finding their forever homes through our program. I recommend her services to anyone and everyone! She is not only an amazing trainer, but an amazing person.’’ (Atalie Michelle Walding, Friends for Life Animal Rescue and Adoption Organisation, Texas, USA)

“Kelly is absolutely amazing! After our first Ultimate Dog Programme session we have already started to see huge improvements with our girl. Kelly teaches you to reward with positive reinforcement and be kind and caring at all times when training your dog and proves there is no need to be dominant or forceful towards your dog. She also provides a heap of resources that are super useful, plus her sessions are a great place to meet other dogs/dog owners.” (Lucy Cole, Perth, WA)

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“Kelly is an amazing trainer, with huge amounts of knowledge. She also places an emphasis on a gentle, kind, scientifically based approach to training, which is evidenced by her continuing education. I have watched Kelly in action many times and I have always been impressed by her calm, gentle approach and true affinity with dogs and puppies.” (Julie Best, Best for Pets, Christchurch, NZ)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A puppy school is a training class the focuses on very young puppies (between 8 weeks and 5 months) and trains them on how to behave, interact and pick up skills in a safe and a well planned environment.

    This is how our Puppy Pre-School runs:

    🐶 Objectives of the Pup School

    Socialisation: Puppies are exposed to new people, other dogs, and different environments which is vital to help prevent the development of fear or aggression later in life.

    Basic Obedience: Command training for sit, stay, come, down, and others.

    Toilet Training Tips: Instructions on how to crate and house break a puppy.

    Behaviour Breaks: Managing natural puppy behaviors such as biting, excessive chewing, jumping, and barking.

    Confidence exercises: Helps puppies adjust to various sights, sounds, and handling or vet and grooming checks.

    Owner's understanding: The owners are taught about the important concepts of positive reinforcement, consistency, and appropriate management.

  • Certified dog trainers or behaviorists.

  • The early weeks of a puppy’s life are critical for learning. Puppy school can help prevent behavioral issues and set the foundation for a well-behaved adult dog.

  • Yes. Most puppy schools require at least the first round of core vaccinations (C3 or equivalent) and proof from your vet. Full vaccination may not be required, but your puppy must be on track with their schedule.

    • A flat collar or harness and leash (no retractables)

    • Small, high-value treats

    • Poo bags

    • A mat or towel for your puppy to settle on

  • The ideal age is between 8 to 12 weeks, which is the prime socialisation period. However, some schools may accept puppies up to 5 months old, depending on their vaccination status and behaviour.