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Ex-Military Dog Trainers For A Well-Behaved, Happier Dog

Master Of Puppies is a team of ex-military dog trainers on the Gold Coast, focused on practical dog training and behaviour. Each trainer has either served as, or been trained directly under, a former Australian Special Forces Military Working Dog handler. This experience in structured working-dog environments is applied to everyday dog training, helping owners build clearer communication and more reliable behaviour.

Our Dog trainers in Gold Coast helps dog owners build practical everyday skills through structured dog training. Our team works with puppies and adult dogs, offering group programs, private training and specialist daycare services across our Gold Coast and Gleneagle facilities.

We believe the right training plan starts with understanding the individual dog, the owner’s goals and the situations they face together. Get to know our team, learn how our programs work and choose the location and training option that suits your dog.

We train dogs of all ages, breeds and sizes — from nervous 10-week-old puppies to adult dogs with more complex behavioural challenges. Every dog has different needs, so our training is tailored to suit their individual behaviour and circumstances. As a result, owners can build clearer communication, better everyday behaviour and greater confidence with their dogs.

Our Story – From Military Working Dogs To Family Pets

“Dogs do speak, but only to those who know how to listen.”

Master Of Puppies is a trusted provider of dog training in Gold Coast, helping puppies and adult dogs develop better obedience, manners and behaviour through personalised training programmes.

We are veteran-owned and operated by former Special Forces Military Working Dog Handlers. Our ex-military dog trainers Gold Coast owners can turn to provide structured, practical training. Proven techniques are used to build reliable obedience and better responses in real-world situations and around distractions.

Our Puppy Training Gold Coast programmes provide structured, personalised training for puppies. The goal is to help them build confidence, good manners and reliable obedience from an early age.

Master Of Puppies can help you develop a more obedient and well-mannered dog. Our training also gives you the knowledge and confidence to become a more capable handler in everyday situations. In addition, our professional training and Doggy Daycare Gold Coast services support practical skills, clear communication and better behaviour in real-life environments.

This positive approach to dog training helps you and your dog develop practical skills that can last a lifetime.

Based in SE Queensland, we offer regular one-on-one private training and group sessions for you and your dog.

Get in touch with us now to find out more.

6 Reasons To Choose Master of Puppies

Learn from leading dog trainers

Highly Skilled Trainers

Our trainers bring elite-level expertise gained through service with the Australian Army as Military Working Dog handlers.

No Dog is too Challenging

Have other trainers given up on you and your dog about Training? Are you lost with what you have to do next? Contact Master of Puppies, and we will help transform your dog’s behavior.

Results That Speak for Themselves

You will notice an incredible difference after training your dog with Master of Puppies. Our results speak for themselves and we have proven this many times over.

Highly Recommended

The majority of our clients leave us five-star reviews and come to us from word-of-mouth referrals because of our high quality training.

Training Dogs for Real Life

Our dogs are our pets, our family, our best friends, our emotional support animal, but we still need to teach them how to behave in our human world.

We absolutely Love Dogs!

Our trainers always bring along their pet dogs to showcase the training methods they have applied at home to the newest recruits about Dog training.

HAPPY DOGS. HAPPY OWNERS. HAPPY LIVES.

Our mission is to provide professional, practical, and positive results training that strengthens the dog and owner’s relationship whilst enhancing their quality of life.

Master Of Puppies training method is about teaching the fundamentals of practical dog obedience, good manners and behavioral modification/rehabilitation all whilst taught under distractions.

This form of dog training will teach lifetime and practical skills to you and your canine.

The training method taught is based on training methods from the Alpha Canine Group, which consists of several core training principles that are highly effective.

This training method can help you achieve an obedient and well-mannered canine, enabling them to handle everyday ‘real-life’ situations. The foundations taught involve fun and positive experience, for both you and your dog.

Respect: To value and treat others with dignity.

Excellence: To strive each day to be the most professional and best trainers we can be.

Leadership: We educate ourselves daily to inspire, influence, and motivate so that we can teach others.

Trust: We build trust through constructive, candid communication that serves the common good.

Community: Creating a culture of positivity and belonging, where everyone is welcome.

Our Team

Choosing the right trainer makes all the difference in your dog’s success. Our proven methods, experience, and commitment to real results set us apart. Train with professionals who deliver lasting results.

WILL

Introducing Will, the mastermind behind Master Of Puppies and your trusted expert for professional dog training. With a distinguished career in the Australian Defence Force, Will served as an elite Navy Clearance Diver and later as an Australian Army Special Forces Commando, where he specialized in training and handling military working attack dogs. He has now transitioned that high-level expertise into effective, practical pet dog training programs.

No longer focused on training dogs to bite the enemy, Will has transformed his expertise into helping pet owners achieve reliable dog obedience, shape good behaviour, and rehabilitate problematic cases. From preventing biting incidents to teaching essential obedience commands, Will has the knowledge and experience to guide owners confidently through every stage of training.

But that’s not all. Will is also passionate about sharing his expertise with aspiring dog trainers. He mentors and trains the next generation of Master Of Puppies trainers, ensuring they achieve the highest standards of professionalism and skill in their craft.

EMMA

Emma is a key member of the Master Of Puppies team, bringing extensive experience, expert knowledge, and deep affection for dogs. Alongside her demo dogs, Frank and Quinn, Emma has spent three years in the pet dog industry, honing her expertise in doggy daycare.

Her journey led her to work closely under the guidance of Head Trainer Will at Master Of Puppies for a transformative year. With unwavering passion, Emma found her calling to teach pet owners and their dogs simple and effective training methods, helping to strengthen the bond between them and improving their overall quality of life.

Emma, a professional trainer, continues to positively impact the lives of dogs and their human companions in the South East Queensland community.

DYLAN

Dylan, along with his seasoned demo dog Ace, is an esteemed member of the Master Of Puppies team. With unwavering passion and deep affection for animals, he brings a wealth of experience and professional expertise in practical, results-driven dog training.

After spending four years in the pet dog industry and developing his skills in doggy daycare, Dylan’s journey led him to work closely under the guidance of Head Trainer Will at Master Of Puppies for an intensive year.

Now positioned as a proud trainer in the illustrious Gold Coast region, Dylan is poised to make a profound impact through his professional and brilliant training techniques.

Are all your trainers former military dog handlers?

Not necessarily. Some team members have military working-dog backgrounds, while others have trained under experienced handlers or pet-dog trainers.

What training methods do we use?

We use structured training plans tailored to each dog and its owner.

Do you train puppies and adult dogs?

Yes. Our published services include puppy programs, dog group training and private dog training. Check individual program pages for current age and suitability requirements.

Where is Master of Puppies located?

Our Gold Coast facility is in Molendinar, and our farm facility is in Gleneagle near Beaudesert. Check each location’s service page for current offerings and booking information.

How can I choose between group classes and private training?

Group classes may suit dogs and owners working on age-appropriate foundation skills. Private sessions provide more individual attention, particularly when specific behaviour or training goals need a tailored plan.

It’s never too late to train your dog

Contact Master of Puppies to find out more.