Training that nurtures the human-animal bond.

“We work with Both Ends of the Leash”

Assistance Dog & Handler Training.

Assistance dogs are trained to alleviate or mitigate the symptoms of their handler’s diagnosed disability. Both Ends of the Leash has a unique approach when it comes to assistance dog training and handler coaching, prioritising the empowerment, regulation, and goal attainment of our handlers as well as the well-being of our dogs.

Therapy Dog Training

Our Therapy Dog training program highlights the importance of a solid foundation of understanding, well-being and behaviour essential to therapy dog work.
Our one-on-one Therapy Dog training program caters to individual teams, tailoring training to meet specific goals. We specialise in community teams and therapy dogs for group settings.

Private Dog Training

Both Ends of The Leash has once again opened back up to training all pet dogs, regardless of age, from playful puppies to mature adults. What sets us apart is our distinctive approach centred around a deep understanding of dog behaviour. We firmly believe that every behaviour exhibited by your dog is a form of communication. Through our training programs, we strive to decode this language, fostering clear communication between you and your canine companion. Our goal is simple: to leave you with a better understanding and a stronger bond with your beloved pet.

What some of our teams have to say.

  • Team M

    Finding Both Ends of the Leash literally changed our lives. Bri and Di are so knowledgeable and passionate their enthusiasm is contagious. We felt lifted after every session we’ve had with them. They take their time to answer all your questions and concerns and always available to help and guide you. I never came across a business that looked after their customers in such a caring and professional way like these ladies. Thank you for everything that you do. You are changing people’s lives for the better. I highly recommend this business.

  • Team L

    I didn’t realise how alone I felt until I started this journey. I knew I wanted an AD to help with some basic things (picking things up etc) but L actually gave me a purpose to get out of bed and actually be happy which I didn’t realise that was something I was struggling with. I had no clue what else he could do but he keeps surprising me with everything he does and tells me and in the process has completely changed my life.

  • Team B

    B has helped me realise that I was surviving but I wasn't coping. That I'm not meant to be living in the constant state of trauma response which had been my normal for as long as I can remember. That constant anxiety, nightmares and stress aren't meant to be normal. I don't think I've had a night terror, sleep paralysis, vivid nightmare or sleepwalked since we got B 18 months ago.

    I also never would've seen or opened up to a psychologist before, I can do it now because B comes to every session and provides support with just enough distraction that I can talk.

  • Team J

    J has had such a HUGE impact. We went from 40% attendance at school in semester one to 98% in semester 2! Our child has become themselves again.

  • Team P

    We can go out ! We can go to the beach!

    We can walk down a busy street!

    We can go and eat out together as a family!

    We can be out in the world!

    Our P (AdiT) still so young, is the promise of freedom not only for our young autistic daughter but for our whole family.

  • Team C

    I called Di and she introduced us to Ridgy Didge Cobberdogs, and 7months later the most amazing little super puppy C came home, his impact was instant! A calm in my son I had never experienced, he began consistently sleeping in his own room as he felt safe and as C has grown he falls asleep in less than 10mins with a "cuddle" (DPT) from his not so little best mate. C walks him into school in the mornings for drop off's, and he collects him in the afternoons, they play outside together for hours and they have boys nights snuggled up eating snacks watching movies together. I can take my son shopping without him going into sensory overload and he stops him wandering off.

    As a whole the difference C has made to all our lives is nothing short of amazing, and I can't wait to see where we end up on our AD journey.

  • Team M

    M has been a very bright and shining light who came into my life at a time where I was not in a good place both mentally and emotionally.

    I know when I am over stressed at work that I can lay on the floor with her and spend time with her that helps remove the stress from me.

    I would be lost without her and her support/companionship.

  • Team A

    Since “A” my life has completely changed. I finally feel that my life is “happening” and I’m not in auto pilot mode. I never used to leave the house and I barely finished school. Now I have the independence to do everything! I even compete in dog events and have secured a job! My social life and community participation has flourished. My emotional regulation has improved tenfold too. I could not have done this without my boy A.