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Dog Training Services
In the Taranaki, NZ
🏠 Dog Behavioural Consultations
<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Local in-home dog behaviour consultations across Taranaki.</p>
🏠 Dog Training Sessions
<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Local in-home dog training sessions across Taranaki.</p>
🏠 Puppy Training Sessions
<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Local in-home puppy training across Taranaki.</p>
Specialist Services
🐶 I'm Struggling with
<p>Helping families feel safe and happy again with their dog through evidence-based behaviour support.</p>
📚 Classes and Workshops
<p>Build real skills, make new friends and raise a calmer dog through our popular group classes.</p>
Learn & Train Online
🌍 Online Behavioural Consultations
<p>Online dog behaviour consultations available nationwide across New Zealand, offering clinical, force-free support for complex behaviour and rehabilitation cases.</p>
👥 VIP Coaching Club
<p>Exclusive monthly coaching membership offering priority behaviour support, structured guidance, and ongoing mentorship for lasting progress.</p>
🎓 Online Learning Hub
<p>All Ears Membership gives you full access to our online dog training course catalogue and training resources. Structured, positive reinforcement-based learning.</p>
📱 FREE Taster Access
<p>Explore our free online courses and start your dog training journey today at no cost.</p>
🛒 Webinar & Digital Resources
<p>Ondemand webinars and digital resources covering dog behaviour, training foundations, emotional regulation and many more.</p>
About Us
Meet the Team
Darran the Dogman
<p>Helping you understand your dog, build connection, and create calm behaviour through mindful, positive reinforcement training and real-world guidance.</p>
Papia Rowe
<p>Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP) specialising in positive reinforcement and clicker training. Supporting families to build clear communication and reliable skills through ethical, force-free methods.</p>
Our Own Dog Team
<p>Yes we both live with 10 dogs of our own. Breeds include Border Collies, Irish Setters and Golden Doodles.</p>
The Company
Our Mission
<p>Guiding families to build calm, confident dogs through mindful, evidence-based training and clear communication.</p>
Our Vision
<p>Helping every dog guardian become Bowlingual® — fluent in understanding their dog and creating calmer, stronger relationships.</p>
Our Ethos
<p>Connection over correction. Science-led, force-free training rooted in emotional wellbeing, clarity, and compassionate guidance.</p>
Our Mindful Clients
Client Reviews
<p>Real stories from families we’ve supported — sharing their journey, progress, and results through mindful, evidence-based training.</p>
Some of Our Private Clients
<p>Celebrating client success — photos and moments from dogs and families building calm connection and real-life skills.</p>
Other useful Links
<p>Information about breeders, vets and other local services that may help you and your dog.</p>
Media / Resources
Free Resources
🎓 Free Online Courses & Resources
<p>Explore our free online courses and resources. Start your dog training journey today at no cost.</p>
👥 Community Page
<p>Stay uptodate with our latest events, workshops and other dog related products.</p>
📺 Darran The Dogman's Training Tips
<p>Catch up with the latest training and behavioural discussions from Darran.</p>
Blogs / Articles
📄 What is Mindfulness for dogs?
<p>Why understanding mindfulness techniques help you form a better relationship with your dog.</p>
📚 All Blog Posts
<p>Check out all the blog articles we’ve written full of tips and tricks for raise a calm and mindful dog.</p>
📣 Sunday Cafe Podcasts
Regular live guest on Magic Talk, providing practical, science-based solutions to canine behaviour challenges.
Media
📺 TV Exposure
<p>Trusted canine behaviour expert educating families on ethical, science-based dog training.</p>
📻 Radio Exposure
<p>Regular radio contributor across New Zealand, discussing canine behaviour, reactivity, and building safer family.</p>
📰 Newspaper Articles
<p>Featured in national and regional New Zealand newspapers, sharing expert insights on dog behaviour.</p>
Client Reviews
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Darran the Dogman
Papia Rowe (KPA-CTP)
What is Mindfulness4dogs
Our Dog Team
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In-Home Consultations
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My Dog Is Aggressive
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My Dog Needs Training
I have a Rescue Dog
I have a New Puppy
Online Services
Online Behavioural Consultation
Online 1-1 Training Skills
VIP Coaching Club
Online Learning Hub
Free Taster Access
Online Shop
Media & Resources
Free Online Course
Darran the Dogmans Tips
5 Dog Game for Kids
Let Sleeping Dogs Lie
Television Exposure
Radio Exposure
Newspaper Exposure
Mindful Dog Podcast
All Blog Posts
Reviews
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