Dog Logic Dog Behaviour Training
Practical dog training methods

Practical dog training methods
SOLD OUT Pulling on the lead? barking at the window? jumping up? what behaviour does your dog have you don't want?
This Workshop deals with all these and more tickets from under $50
SOLD OUT - contact me for mentoring
Wanting different tools for your toolkit? As dog trainers we come across some challenging dogs and their humans, having a range of tools helps us get through.
Maree gets to train 2 dogs she has never worked with before right in front of you on stage. TICKETS
New Zealand, Canada and Australia tour coming in 2026 UK, US in 2027
Book a full lesson or if you are not sure if this is for you book an assessment lesson for only $150 check out our options HERE
Does your School or group want to raise funds? how many love dogs? Book a stage show and pocket half the takings. email me for more information.
Talk to us about me training your dog while you are away on holiday 10 to 25 days. I stay in your home and deal with the training problems you have $150 per day one dog. Available 2026
Please allow over 2 hours
We go through all the behaviours you want to work on. Includes free online follow-up for 30 days + $50 for each extra dog
Please allow over 2 hours
We go through all the behaviours you want to work on. Includes free online follow-up for 30 days
Please allow over 1.5 hours or longer by arrangement
Maree spends an hour talking about how to get the best from your dog the rest of the time is answering all your questions.
Email to enquire doglogictalk@gmail.com
Create your own group or join one
4 - 6 dogs per group only, maxamum of 2 people per dog.
1.5 hours, you learn a lot in that time
Group starts at 11am please arrive early as we start on time
Email if you would like to start or join a group training doglogictalk@gmail.com
Your dog must be vaccinated to come on the property
Please allow about 2 hours
We go through all the behaviours you want to work on. + $50 for each extra dog Plus travel $1 per km from Pyes Pa, Tauranga Includes free online follow-up for 30 days
Your dog stays with us for training - read below for more information
Your dog stays in our home so training is 24/7 minimum 10 days This includes the human lesson at the end, a free training book and the online course with 3 months free online follow-up.
Daily rate small dog $33 med $35 Large $37
This is only for clients that have had Board n Train. Your dog will have several sessions during each day while they are with us.
Very limited spaces as we only do one Board and Train at a time
Maree has gained her dog training experience from various sources over the past 30 years. She has invested over $65,000 in formal courses, including both international and national, in-person and online training programs. However, Maree found that many of the online courses fell short of providing what is truly needed to become a confident dog trainer. Even with her natural ability to train just about any animal she wanted formal training to give more credibility. As a result, she is reluctant to endorse any of the courses she has taken, and she has not completed many of them because she felt they lacked value.
Maree tried vet nursing but only lasted 2 weeks as it broke her heart the way people were putting their dogs to sleep because they could not control them.
Maree's greatest lesson came from working with various trainers who employed a wide range of methods. She quickly discarded some techniques, particularly when witnessing a trainer flip a dog and place their knee on its neck to enforce an "alpha hold." This approach was, to say at the least, barbaric. Many practices become outdated for good reason; we now understand that aggression is not necessary to obtain the best behavior from our dogs.
Maree spent 3 months completing a personal coaching course for business people. As she wanted a deeper understanding on how to reach people during her lessons.
Maree has owned and managed two different boarding facilities, which taught her how to handle dogs with diverse temperaments. In both lodges, she was confident enough of managing aggressive dogs and those with behavioral issues, regardless of breed.
Maree self-studied several important topics related to animal behavior and care:
1. Lodging and Bedding: Should we use the lodge's bedding, or should clients bring their own? The answer might surprise you.
2. Feeding Practices: How and what we feed the animals can significantly affect their behavior.
3. Use of Treats: She explored whether it was easier to manage animals with or without treats and how their behavior changed in each scenario. She found that it was easier without treats, as everything flowed more smoothly.
4. Breathing Exercises: It’s crucial to perform breathing exercises before working with animals. If you are feeling grumpy or ungrounded, the dogs won't feel safe and often act out.
5. Observational Learning: Maree has watched thousands of hours of pack structure dynamics, both in person and through documentaries. While her primary focus has been on domestic dogs and wolves, she has gained valuable insights from observing horses, buffalo, cows, bulls, wild and domestic cats, and many other animals. These observations have greatly enhanced her understanding of animal behavior and how to create a more harmonious environment for them.
"I have dedicated my life to helping humans with their dogs. I enjoy witnessing the dramatic transformations that occur in each lesson. Teaching people how to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with their dogs is incredibly rewarding. Now, I am eager to collaborate with other trainers to enhance their skills and expand their toolkit."
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We train using your dogs natural instincts no harsh methods. We do not use pinch collars, electric collars. You use a normal collar or harness whatever you prefer.
We get you to put together a wish and winge list of all the behaviours you would like to work on and we go through them on the day.
The lesson normally runs around 2 hours and you are given exercises to do with your dog. The more you do these excersises the better the training works.
A 1 on 1 dog training lesson is for dogs over 5 months to any age. We suggest puppy classes for younger dogs, this is a great time for your dog to get to know your vet clinic.
Some of the behaviours we work with are
Pulling on the lead - Barking - aggression - jumping up - biting/mouthing - reactive, answering the door.
I explain why I don't use treat training for behaviour but sometimes do for tricks.
Why you should Not make your dog sit before crossing the road.
Why mat or crate training is important.
When is it ok for my dog to bark?
and any other behaviour questions you might have.
Pet Lodge in Tauranga is open for business. We will care for your dogs and Cats while you are away.
Open hours;
8am - 10am and 4pm - 5.30pm 6 days
Sunday 3pm to 5.30pm
Public Holidays 3pm to 5.30pm
Cats; $20
Small Dogs; $33
Medium Dogs; $35
Large Dogs; $37
Learn to understand your dog’s behavior Ask the dog trainer questions and watch her work with a dog she has never met in front of everyone. Would you like to bring your dog?
Have you got a dog at home that is stressing you out a bit more than it should?
Go home with helpful tips on communicating better with your dog.
Interactive dog training demonstration that takes you through some of what
happens in a home dog training lesson.
Ideal for work functions - entertainment for group gatherings
Do you have a workplace where several people have dogs?
Want a reason to get a group of friends together?
Email today to get more information doglogictalk@gmail.com
*** Maree that was more than I expected thank you so very much, you don't know what you don't know and you made it all very easy to understand. When con I come to your next event?
*** I have been a dog handler for over 10 years, I loved watching Maree and the different handling skills I learnt I will use daily I'm sure.
***Only 3 days of using your methods and I see a huge difference in my dog already, less stressed and a lot more calm. Thank you
Both booked out events were a huge success and the comments form everyone were the same "when is the next one put my name down" So much fun and I learnt so much.
***Did you put magic dust on my dog, he is so calm.
***I never thought I would learn so much
*****It definitely is a lot of work but so worth it to see the improvements. So many helpful tricks we learnt from you. also I completely changed his diet and he’s lost 3kg. I got the vet to check the ears because of what you found so thank for that, he’s very happy
Whangamata ***My dog has never been so quiet and relaxed around anything!
Please contact us if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Yes you have 3 sessions either one on one or group included in the price. You can come to the client group training as often as you like at no cost for the next 6 months. Then we suggest you come along when you feel you need to.
Yes, you have to keep up with the training or things will go back to what they were. We train your dog and we also train you this makes for a very healthly and less stressful relationship in your home and out and about.
No, not at all. I will not have these on the property. People have asked me over the years if they should try them and my answer is the same "put it on yourself for a day first" if you cant handle that do not use them. I find them barbaric.
If you would like to find out more about what we offer please get in contact.
Tauranga
Please send us an email, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
190 Pyes Pa Road, Tauranga, Tauranga 3173, New Zealand
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