balanced - The Sydney Dog Trainer

Is Balanced Training Right for You and Your Dog?

Balanced dog training is based on established behavioural science. By combining positive reinforcement with fair corrections, we provide dogs with clear communication, consistent boundaries, and practical structure.

There are no right or wrong answers in this quiz. Please answer honestly to see if the science of balanced training is the right fit for you and your dog.

Question 1 of 7

1) Which training approach best reflects your beliefs?
Only treats/rewards should ever be used.
Dogs need both rewards and clear boundaries.
I'm unsure, but open to professional guidance.

2) Comfort with fair corrections alongside rewards?
Very comfortable.
Somewhat comfortable, if explained well.
Not comfortable at all.

3) What’s most important to you in training?
Reliability in all situations.
Fun, even if obedience isn’t perfect.
Avoiding any discipline or correction.

4) Daily time you can dedicate?
30 minutes or more.
15–30 minutes.
Less than 15 minutes.

5) When your dog misbehaves, you…
Give a clear correction and redirect.
Ignore or distract with a treat.
Don’t believe in corrections.

6) Openness to learning methods that differ from online advice?
Absolutely.
Open, but may need reassurance.
Prefer reward-only methods.

7) Your training goal?
Calm, reliable dog who respects boundaries.
Dog that responds to treats/basic commands.
Happy dog with no real rules.

FUR FRIENDS FACTS!

The dog behaviour and training industry is currently unregulated, which means anyone, regardless of training or experience can offer these services.

At The Sydney Dog Trainer, we believe your dog deserves more. Our trainers are fully qualified and nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), so you can feel confident you’re receiving knowledgeable, professional, and effective support.

We combine proven real world experience with methods grounded in behavioural science to deliver training you can trust.

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