About Me
Hi, I'm Amy and I am beyond thrilled to be launching Muttz Matter! A pet services business dedicated to helping owners better understand their furry family members, create a lasting bond and achieve their training goals through fun and Science-based methods!
I am a fully qualified dog trainer and have completed my Cert IV in Animal Behaviour and Training through AVT. I am also a member of the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers (IMDT) and certified Fear Free Pet professional. With a background in animal husbandry and wildlife rehabilitation, I have worked with species of all shapes and sizes including domestic dogs, cats, cows, rabbits, birds, reptiles and many native Australian species. Whilst I specialise in our canine companions I am passionate about working with animals of all kinds!
I have had the pleasure to work at The Dogs' Refuge Home as a kennel hand and trainer since 2022. There I work alongside a dedicated team of dog lovers and of course so many lovely dogs of all shapes and sizes. My core belief is that all dogs are entitled to kindness, love and compassion. So I will continue to actively advocate for adoption and promote responsible dog ownership.
I am passionate about rescue, creating a fun/supportive environment and above all compassionate animal training/teachings. And I am always seeking to expand my knowledge and skill set through online webinars, podcasts, short courses and books. To ensure I only promote the most modern, ethical and since-based training methods.
I share my home with my lovely partner and our two dogs, Rick and Summer, both former shelter pups from The Dogs' Refuge Home. My dogs have taught me so much; we are all still a work in progress and we shall continue to learn and grow alongside one another.
My Training Ethics
To continually advocate for the physical and mental welfare of all animals and enthusiastically promote force-free training methods.
Actively rejecting any methods or equipment that may cause physical or mental discomfort.
My goal is to provide fun, professional, and science-based teachings to my human and animal clients alike.