Dog Training Sydney
Has your dog’s behaviour become a bit of a situation? Kip offers residential dog training for Sydney pups, with certified trainers and transport from Sydney available at intake. Whether your dog’s a lead-pulling lunatic or just a selective listener, our dedicated trainers help your dog build better habits through consistent, reward-led training.
Dog Training Programs for Sydney Dogs
Board & Train
Big training goals, busy calendar? Our Board & Train program turns Sydney dog training into a full behaviour bootcamp. Over 2–3 weeks of immersive training at Kip Lake Macquarie, your pup enjoys multiple daily one-on-one sessions led by a dedicated trainer. From questionable manners to challenging behaviours, it’s focused, consistent training tailored to your pup’s needs.
Obedience & Life Skills Training
Is your dog taking you for walks? Visitors getting a flying tackle? Our dog obedience training for Sydney pups helps build the everyday skills that make life together more enjoyable. Through our 2–3 week Board & Train program, dogs practice loose-lead walking, recall, sit, stay and polite greetings.
Behaviour Support & Reactivity Training
For dogs with big feelings, our dog trainers in Sydney work on barking, lunging, fear-based behaviour and reactivity. During a tailored residential training stay, we focus on building confidence, communication and practical coping skills at both ends of the lead. Where behaviours require specialist treatment, we’ll recommend consulting a veterinary behaviourist.
Canine Coaching During Boarding
Why not add a little brain work to your pup’s Sydney dog boarding stay? Available as an optional extra at select locations, Canine Coaching gives your pup short, trainer-led sessions to brush up on basic manners and keep clever minds busy.
How Board & Train Works
From unruly antics to happier habits, here’s how we get those paws on the path to progress.
Our Certified Training Team
From puppy manners to complex behavioural challenges, our certified trainers bring experience across a wide range of training needs. Our dog trainers work with Sydney pups throughout their residential stay, with one dedicated trainer guiding each dog through their Board & Train journey.
Dog Training Sydney Prices
Dog training Sydney prices depend on the length of the program, number of daily training sessions, boarding room type, transport requirements and membership status. For current rates and a quote based on your dog's training needs, get in touch with our team.
Where Sydney Dogs Train
Sydney dogs, your classroom awaits! Our residential dog training and boarding program for Sydney dogs takes place at Kip Lake Macquarie in Morisset, with four-legged students travelling from the Inner West, North Shore, Hornsby and all across Sydney. Our pet transport service can take care of the trip up at intake, or you're welcome to make the journey together.
After 2–3 weeks, you’ll pick up your pup in person, meet with your dog’s trainer, practice their new skills together and learn how to keep the good work going at home.
Our locations
74 Gimberts Rd, Morisset NSW 2264
From $62
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What Sydney Dog Owners Say About Kip Training
Had to board my 6 month old puppy, Gaston, for the first time to go overseas. I was so nervous to leave him but as soon as I walked in the door I felt at ease. Gaston had Irish as a trainer who is phenomenal! Gaston is now a different dog! Much more calm, obedient and less sensitive to different weather and distractions. I can’t recommend this place enough! I loved getting the updates and seeing how happy Gaston was! Will definitely be using again in the future if I ever need!
Sending our toy cavoodle, Marlo, to the 3-week board and train program at Kip Lake Macquarie was the best decision we have ever made. Before the program, we were constantly dealing with jumping, nuisance barking around the house, a poor recall and intense emotional reactiveness. It was stressful for both us and Marlo, but the results from this program have given us peace of mind and direction. Marlo has experienced a massive shift in mindset, our little guy is much calmer and handles his old triggers so much better! Our trainer, Irish, was great throughout the entire process sending us many updates in emails photos and videos. It made us feel completely safe leaving Marlo in such capable, professional hands as he laid the foundations for our dog. What we appreciated most was the seamless handover at the end of the stay. Irish gave us clear instructions to maintain Marlo's great new behaviors at home. We could not recommend Kip enough for training or boarding!
Kip is great. We always receive great updates when the dogs stay there and the team is great! We did invest and send one dog to the training program and cannot recommend this more! Mars came back calm & happy to keep learning. Thanks for always taking great care of our dogs. 🐶
I honestly cannot recommend Irish and the team at Kip Lake Macquarie highly enough. From the moment Astrid started the program, I received regular updates including photos and videos which made me feel so reassured and involved in her progress the entire time she was there. You can tell the team genuinely care about the dogs and the outcomes they achieve. They also gave me access to a training program so I could learn alongside Astrid and continue reinforcing everything at home, which I really appreciated. The handover session alone was incredible. Irish spent around 2 hours with me going through everything properly, showing me how much Astrid had improved, explaining her training clearly, and making sure I understood how to continue everything at home. It never felt rushed and he was so patient, supportive, and passionate about helping both Astrid and me succeed long term. Astrid has already shown noticeable improvements in her engagement, focus, responsiveness, loose leash walking, and ability to stay calmer around distractions. I also really appreciated that they carefully exposed her to different environments as she became ready, rather than rushing her or overwhelming her. What stood out most to me was how realistic and honest the training was. Irish explained what foundations had been built, what still needs work, and gave me a clear and achievable plan to continue progressing at home. The communication, professionalism, support, and genuine care really stood out to me. You can tell this is far more than “just a job” to Irish. At one point he even said he was going to miss Astrid, and when I mentioned it must be hard saying goodbye to the dogs he works with, he told me that is actually the hardest part of his job. That really stuck with me because you can genuinely see how much he cares about the animals, the owners, and helping dogs succeed in the real world. The program is definitely an investment, but in my opinion it was absolutely worth it for the level of care, communication, support, and knowledge we received. I’m extremely grateful for everything they’ve done for Astrid and I would absolutely recommend Irish and the team to anyone considering training for their dog.
I cannot speak more highly of Georgia and the team at Kip Lake Macquarie. From pick up to drop off you are kept informed and updated (in fact it starts at first enquiry/booking stage). Our Reggie was so well cared for and his training program has delivered us a 'rebooted' dog! Thank you in particular to Rowan for such a clear handover and for looking after Reggie with such care and dedication. Follow up is equally thorough and we look forward to working with you on Reggie's continued progress.
We had a great experience with the board and train program at Kip Lake Macquarie. Our two dogs finished the program calmer, more settled and with new skills. They have also been better able to engage in training since they got home. The handover was really good and we feel much better equipped to continue their training. The trainers were excellent and it was clear they really care about connecting with the dogs and tailoring the training to their personalities. Would recommend!
To everyone who is thinking about getting training for there dog I highly recommend them,we took our Rottweiler Sage nicknamed satin spawn and returned a lot better. With the training they showed us it will be an ongoing process. Irish was the lead trainer and he was fantastic but a big thank you to all the guys and girls who worked with her, and the weekly updates keep us informed with her progress, watching Irish working with Sage he made it look so easy he has a good connection with our girl,,,,, the 3week training course is what she needed. Big thank you to everyone at Kip 👍👍👍
We couldn’t be happier with the experience at Kip Lake Macquarie. The 21-day training program has made such a noticeable difference in Teddy, and we’re honestly amazed at the progress he’s made in such a short time. Irish did an incredible job! The level of care, skill, and dedication really showed. The communication throughout was fantastic; we loved receiving updates and seeing all the work Teddy was putting in along the way. At pick-up, it was very reassuring to see the connection Irish had built with Teddy. There was real trust and understanding there! After the handover, we left feeling genuinely supported and confident about continuing everything at home. Thank you again, Irish and the team! We’re so grateful.
I highly recommend Kip Lake Macquarie for dog training, I sent my beautiful German short haired pointer there and the training was amazing! My dog Charlie came home with great obedience and structure after his month long training :)
Irish did an amazing job training our pup Chequers. He worked on the issues we identified, gave us a thorough handover and supported us throughout the process. It was great to see the love and care that he showed Chequers during training, and Chequers came home to us with some real improvements. Thank you!
We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Kip Lake Macquarie and their Board & Train program! Our dog Stormi stayed with them, and the transformation has been nothing short of incredible. Before her stay, we struggled with her focus, recall, and excitement around other dogs—but thanks to Irish and the amazing team, she’s come home calmer, more responsive, and so much more connected with us. What really stood out was the level of care and communication. We received continuous photo, video, and email updates, which gave us complete peace of mind knowing Stormi was not only being well looked after but also genuinely thriving in her training environment. The handover process was incredibly detailed and thoughtful. Irish provided a clear training plan, practical tools, and ongoing support to help us continue Stormi’s progress at home. It’s obvious they don’t just train your dog and send them home—they set both you and your dog up for long-term success. If you’re considering a board and train program, I honestly can’t recommend Kip Lake Macquarie highly enough. Irish and the team truly care, and the results speak for themselves. Thank you for giving us a happier, more balanced dog! 🐾
Amazing place! Irish trained our dog Prince for 3 weeks and did an amazing job. Before Prince was very reactive, would jump up and would sometimes come to his name and now he's a different dog. We understand now how Prince functions out in public and needs his space, he doesn't jump up anymore and comes back to his name. His loose leash walking has improved. Thank you so very much to Irish and the Kip team. You were so amazing and always kept us informed of Prince's progress, we are very happy with the result and will continue with his training :)
We left Bailey at Kip Lake Macquarie for a 3-week board and train program, and the results were incredible. Before the program, she was highly reactive — barking, jumping, and struggling on walks. Her trainer, Irish, was fantastic. He built a strong bond with her, understood her personality, and clearly cared about her progress. The care was exceptional, with regular video updates that reassured us and showed her improvement. By the handover, Bailey was calmer, more focused, and walking beautifully on a loose leash. She has settled back at home wonderfully, and we’re continuing to use the techniques we were taught. Trainers like Irish truly make a difference — we’re incredibly grateful to him and the whole team.
KIP Lake Macquaire has looked after my girl twice. The first time was an overnight stay and the second was a 2 week stay. I can not recommend KIP enough! I travelled from Penrith all the way up to Lake Macquaire area because I trusted them with my fur baby! The daily photos and videos provided on the online portal are not only comforting while you're not with your baby, they let you see them florish and have fun while they are there. Everyone that works there are amazing with the animals and you can tell they are all animal lovers themselves. My girl is extremely nervous and shy around strangers and in new enviroments so during her longer stay I booked her in for training days to work on her confidence and help with her nerves around new people. She was not always fond of some males due to previous experiences before I rescued her when she was younger so I was delightfully surprised to see her working really well and loving trainer Irish during her time there. In the videos you could see my girl absolutely adored him and he even got cuddles and was allowed to give her favourite bum scratches. The daily report cards of her progress was also something I looked forward to so I was able to see her continued growth and a final report cards of her overall stay really showed that see settled in knowing she was eating as normal and going to the toilet regularly (she doesn't when she is in strangers places). If you're needing a place for your fur baby to stay and your wondering where to board them, KIP is definitely the place :)
We had such a wonderful experience with Kip dog training. We got Saint back today and it was so lovely to see the bond he built with his trainer, Irish — you can really tell how much care and time went into working with him. Saint will miss him dearly. Since coming home, Saint has come back with a strong foundation and so much progress, and we feel confident continuing to help him grow into a well-behaved, happy pup. The communication and care throughout the process made us feel really comfortable, and we’re very grateful for the support and guidance we received. Thank you to Irish and the team for helping Saint and giving him such a great start.
We had an amazing experience at Kip with their board & train program and in particular our dog's trainer Irish. Our biggest challenges with our Staffy were excitement, impulse control and jumping, and the progress we saw was honestly incredible. Not only did they work through these behaviours during the program, but the handover was just as valuable. They took the time to teach us how to continue the training at home, explained the “why” behind the methods, and made everything feel achievable and realistic for everyday life. Our dog Titan, came back calmer, more responsive, and with much better manners — and we felt confident continuing the training instead of feeling lost once the program ended. You can tell they genuinely care about setting both the dog and owners up for long-term success. Highly recommend to anyone needing help with an excitable dog or wanting real, lasting results.
This week I picked up my AM Staffie after 3 weeks training. Irish is such a gentle man and really loves the dogs. Because of Irishes fantastic training I now have a calmer dog that I am working hard with to continue to train. I cannot thank Irish enough for the wonderful work he has done with Paulie. Also thank you to the young girl that also worked with her. Thank you Irish for the daily photos and videos of the work you did with her. Was lovely receiving them. Paulie loves Irish so much I was a bit worried she wouldn’t want to come home with me. Can’t say it enough, thank you , thank you, thank you .
We recently had our dog Bruce trained and boarded at KIP Lake Macquarie for 3 weeks and Irish, Bruce’s trainer has done an amazing job, he has provided updates all the way through and a very informative handover with training for my wife and I, we have Bruce at home now and the results speak for themselves, I would highly recommend. Photo of Irish and Bruce.
I had a great experience with Kip for my golden retriever so enrolled my German shepherd with them, We had two different trainers for her and at the end of the day since doing the training and despite my son doing daily training with her she is worse. I was pulled over twice by her on the beach due to her reactivity to other dogs, which was the whole reason I sent her. I wanted her trained on the Halti instead she ended up on a slip lead which has ended up burning through my hand. I have had to put her back on a Halti which she has gone backwards on. The trainer who took us for change over was hard to understand and despite his best efforts we are now having to get a behaviour specialist to help us before we make the dreaded decision to rehome her if we cant correct the behaviour.
Have just completed a 3 week board and training course for our 18 month old Labrador, Flo. Irish has done an amazing job in helping her with impulse control , walking without pulling on the lead, and staying in her bed. He has an obvious high level expertise with training, and the results have been more than we expected. We will be back again later in the year with Flo for more sessions with Irish. He was excellent and a credit to Kip!
Our dog recently completed the board and train program and we are truly impressed with the outcome. Irish is a fantastic trainer providing us with clear instructions and guidance - we feel an immense sense of gratitude for his expertise. This program was an incredibly worthwhile investment for our family, we saw the change in our dog first hand and we're looking forward to booking more sessions to keep improving.
We are so grateful to the team at KIP Lake Macquarie with a special mention to Georgia who took great care of our 5 months old Bernedoodle and provided invaluable training over a 3 week period whilst we were on holidays. She has come back home much more confident and calmer. The online training which we completed during her stay at KIP is very helpful and I feel that we are setting our puppy and our family up for success. I can't recommend KIP high enough and we will most certainly be back when we next go on holidays.
Kips far exceeded our expectations. We were anxious to leave Boo Boo anywhere, but once he we started to receive the lovely videos of him playing with his new friends and being loved and cared for by the staff, we were able to really enjoy our holiday. We also booked him in with Irish for some one on one training (videos and report card provided) and we just knew he was having an absolute ball. The pick up and drop off service is fabulous too. We will have no hesitation in sending Boo to Kips again in the future. Thank you so much guys for everything. Xx
Outstanding 5-Star Review for KIP Lake Macquarie – Irish and Rohan Are Absolute Legends! From the moment we handed over our massive 45+ kg Bull Arab cross, Zeus, we knew he was in the best possible hands with Irish and Rohan at KIP Lake Macquarie. Our situation had become truly unbearable – Zeus's explosive aggression toward other dogs and people was turning him into a genuine danger, and we were at our wits' end, heartbroken and desperate for a solution. Irish didn't just promise results; he walked us through every step of the training process with crystal-clear guidance, reassuring us that Zeus would be cared for like family. The regular progress updates – complete with photos and videos – were a lifeline, giving us genuine peace of mind while he was away. Now that Zeus is home, the transformation is nothing short of miraculous. He's calmer, more responsive, and the unbreakable bond Irish built through KIP's techniques has given us more control in any situation. It all boils down to a few simple, powerful management commands that Zeus responds to instantly – no more chaos, if there are triggers we know how to deal with it. I can't recommend KIP Lake Macquarie, Irish and Rohan highly enough. If you're struggling with a challenging dog, trust this team to deliver life-changing results. Every pup deserves this foundation before facing the real world – imagine happier dogs and happier humans everywhere! 🌟
Irish was such a good trainer he has built on the skills of our border collie! He kept us updated either videos and photos and did a fantastic handover! Sasha has come back with some excellent obedience! I would highly recommend the board and train program and definitely recommend Irish! This place is great! We will see you again! Thank you 5 stars!!
Our dog Gnala recently completed the 21-day Board & Train program at Kip Lake Macquarie with Irish, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the very first update, it was clear how much time, patience, and genuine care Irish put into understanding Gnala’s needs. She came into the program with reactivity toward other dogs and a tendency to become easily overstimulated. Irish worked closely with her through structured, positive-reinforcement-based training that focused on calmness, impulse control, and confidence around other dogs. We’ve noticed a real shift since she’s been home — Gnala is more responsive on the leash, calmer in stimulating environments, and much quicker to settle when given direction. The detailed handover email and training plan Irish provided have been incredibly helpful, giving us clear steps to continue reinforcing her progress at home. Irish’s communication, professionalism, and evident love for the dogs she trains made the whole experience so reassuring. We’d highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trainer who truly understands dog behavior and works with empathy and consistency. Thank you, Irish, for helping Gnala (and us!) learn how to navigate the world with more calm and confidence.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Kip. Lake Macquarie, particularly Irish for the training of my beautiful Doberman, Suki. From day one of her stay I received photos and videos of her training, and I could see how much my Doberman adored her trainer, Irish. Suki focusses her eyes on her trainer, Irish intently and accomodates his every instruction with enthusiasm. She was treated with leadership, kindness and patience, and as a result she is a much more confident and calm dog. I couldn’t be happier with her training and feel it’s a wonderful asset for our future together as Suki is in training to be a service dog . I’m absolutely thrilled to see her developing such amazing skills, along with feeling a sense of peace and confidence that she now has. Kip Lake Macquarie feels akin to a family unit, that takes pride, and has a genuine love for its pack. It’s a honour to be a part of and thank you. Kindest of regards Nicola Martin
My two dogs just did the three weeks board and train. They made huge progress under the care of Irish and others.. Irish was so gentle and patient with both the dogs and with our concerns and feelings about leaving them so long. It was clear today on pickup that they have learnt so much and now the journey at home begins. Thankyou Irish, it’s clear you have a gift when it comes to interacting with animals.
Scout attended the 3 week training program and returned home a more settled and controllable dog. Georgia and Irish (Trainers) have done an amazing job getting him to the point where he is much easier to walk on a lead and he is far less reactive. Irish spent several hours with us going over the techniques that he used for training ensuring that we were capable and confident to continue training at home. Irish provided great explanations and is clearly a very experienced trainer who quickly established a relationship with Scout and also with us. We highly recommend KIP Lake Macquarie training program.
Our German Shepherd Shadow has just finished a 25 day training course. Irish was his trainer and seems his person. Even though we just got him home today I can see a big difference in his behaviour. Irish showed us how to manage and enforce the training and seems to be working. We will be taking him back for review and have already booked a follow-up session in January. Thankyou Irish and Kip it is early days but I feel confident in the things you have shown us on making both our lives happier 😊
Our first time at Kip board and train was a very positive one for our 6 year old boxer, Maggie. Her trainer, Irish sent updates every few days with her progress. I felt confident while I was away that Maggie was well taken care of. The training aspect was such an added bonus for her. Irish was so calm and very knowledgeable in helping her build confidence and being less fearful in her surroundings. After the three week course I was amazed how well she focused and listened to me after some very good instructions from Irish .I am excited to continue the training at home with her every day and nice to know I can call Irish for his continued support when I need him.
Training program is great way to get your dogs trained! They are patient and my puppy enjoyed the training. I highly recommend them.
We recently had our two pups Jax and Pickles stay at Kip Lake Macquarie for their Board and Train program. We immediately noticed a massive improvement in their behaviour and couldn’t be happier with the changes we’ve seen since their stay. A massive thank you to Irish and Georgia for everything they’ve done. 10/10 would recommend.
We couldn’t be happier with our dog’s board and train experience! Irish was professional, caring, and incredibly knowledgeable. Our dog came home with amazing manners, more confidence, and clear progress beyond our expectations. We felt supported the whole way through with great updates and guidance for continuing the training at home. Kairva is going to miss Irish a heap! We will definitely be back for a training refresher or if we go on holiday! Highly recommend!
Highly recommend Kip Lake Macquarie! I sent my car chasing chaotic border collie for the board and train program, I’m honestly in shock with the results. Massive thanks to Georgia and the team for all the work they put in to help me and Bingo.
Georgia and the team are incredible, we can’t thank them enough for everything they did for our Horton! He has been home for over a week and his training has translated so well to the home environment. He is so much calmer and more relaxed which is a joy to see. We feel like we have got our boy back & we are so grateful. We would highly recommend Kip Lake Macquarie to anyone.
Irish has been amazing with training our 6 month Samoyed pup. He’s learnt key commands, practicing his loose leash walking, self soothes much quicker and also holds his sit/ down until released. It’s clear our pup had a great time at Kip/ Irish and the training was really helped us as a family.
Can not thank Georgia enough for the help she has given us! we did not know what else to do with Nova as she was proving very hard to handle at home. Until we came across this program and it’s like we were given back the wrong dog after the 3 week training. still a long way to go, but we have been given the skills and tools to continue the training at home. Nova would scratch at our bedroom door and bark until we were forced to let her in up until last night where she slept in her crate all night without making a sound! Can not thank Georgia and the team at Kip enough!
I just can't believe the change in my little Penny. Thank you so much Georgia & everyone for all the hard work you have put into making my little girl such a well-behaved dog. I highly recommend Kip Lake Macquarie Boarding & Training.
Thanks so much to a Georgia and the stay and train team! Our beautiful, big red cattle x Sadie is so much happier, confident and .. obedient! since beginning her training with you. We love your kind, patient and supportive approach with our girl.
Dog Training Sydney FAQs
Every age is a good age to start learning! Our Sydney trainers work with dogs of all life stages, from curious pups finding their paws to older dogs who could use a behaviour reset or confidence boost. As long as your dog meets our vaccination requirements, they’re welcome to jump in the pack.
Our certified dog trainers in Sydney use balanced, reward-led methods, with plenty of treats, praise and encouragement to help those good habits stick. Every dog is different, so we tailor our approach to their personality, behaviour and training needs.
Absolutely! Our trainers have plenty of experience with reactive, nervous and high-energy dogs. We can create a tailored plan that’ll help nervous nellies build confidence, self-control and calm habits so their pawrents feel more confident.
Every dog has their own learning curve, and some come with a few extra twists and turns. Our trainers help your dog get off on the right paw during Board & Train, then give you the skills to keep building on their progress at home. Consistent practice is the secret sauce.
For dog boarding and training in Sydney, head to Kip Lake Macquarie in Morisset for their Board & Train adventure. We offer transport from Sydney at intake, and at the end of the program, you’ll join us at Lake Macquarie for a handover with your dog’s trainer.
Board & Train typically runs for three weeks, giving your dog plenty of time to hit the books. Visits aren't part of the program, but you'll get free weekly pupdates so you can follow their progress and see what your four-legged student has been learning.
You’ll meet your dog’s trainer at Kip for a hands-on lesson in their new skills and how to practice them at home. Once your dog has settled back into home life, a complimentary follow-up session gives you the chance to work through any hiccups and keep those good habits going.