Live a More Harmonious Life with Your Dog

Basic Manners Dog Training

Think back to when you first brought your dog home. Remember all the dreams you had—the adventures, the cozy evenings, the fun moments together?

Now, ask yourself:

  • How many of those dreams are a reality?

  • How many have been sidelined because of frustrating, embarrassing, or even stressful behaviour?

Imagine a different reality:

  • Welcoming guests with confidence, knowing your dog will relax with a chew toy.

  • Enjoying peaceful walks, free from pulling or barking.

  • Feeling secure, knowing your dog will reliably come when called.

  • Finding calm and control, free from the anxiety of “what might happen.”

  • Having fun as you and your dog grow through training together.


With force-free, science-based training, you can transform your dog’s behaviour and strengthen your bond.

You and your dog deserve this positive change.

Take the next step towards a well-behaved and contented canine companion. Book a private Basic Manners training session and unlock your dog’s full potential—using methods that are kind, effective, and reward-based.

Are you ready to start this journey with your dog?

What Does Dog Training Look Like? 

Every dog is unique, which is why our private training sessions are tailored to meet your specific needs and goals. Based in Adelaide, Paws & Reward offers personalised, one-on-one support as we assess your dog’s behaviour, identify areas for improvement, and create a customised training plan that works for you and your dog.

During the comprehensive 2-hour initial consultation, we conduct a thorough behavioural assessment and provide immediate relief through practical management strategies and simple training wins—helping to ease that feeling of overwhelm. we’ll guide you in understanding your dog’s signals and needs, building a stronger connection between you and your furry friend.

Throughout our sessions, we’ll equip you with effective, force-free tools and techniques to ensure progress continues long after our work together is complete. Whether you’re raising a new puppy or supporting an adult dog in need of extra guidance, our private training sessions prioritise your dog’s happiness and welfare while delivering real results.

Please note: The Basic Training Package is not suited to dogs who display aggression, reactivity, or fear. For dogs experiencing aggression or reactivity, the Feisty Fido Program has been specifically developed to support their needs. If your dog is showing signs of fear or anxiety, the Cautious Canines Program may be more appropriate.
If you're unsure which option is right for you and your dog, please don't hesitate to contact me. I'm happy to help guide you in the right direction.

Take the first step toward a well-mannered, contented companion
Book a private training session today and unlock your dog’s full potential!

Pick Your Training Path

  • Single-Session Consult

    Got one or two dog-related challenges you’d love some expert help with? Whether it’s jumping up, pulling on the lead, not coming when called, digging holes, nipping, overnight settling issues, or puppy toilet training—this 1-hour session is tailored to help you tackle them with confidence.

    What’s Included:

    ~ Personalised Training Plan: A tailored plan designed specifically for your dog and your household, addressing your individual concerns.

    ~ Bonus Training Tools & Resources: Additional handouts and management strategies curated to support your dog’s unique needs and reinforce their progress.

    Investment: $180

    Ready to get started?
    Book your session now or Get in touch with any questions

    Book Appointment

  • Training Package

    Looking for more in-depth support and ongoing guidance? This comprehensive package is ideal for addressing multiple concerns and setting up long-term success. It includes a 1.5-hour initial consultation plus two 60-minute follow-up sessions—all delivered in the comfort of your own home.

    What’s Included:

    ~ Personalised Training Plan: A tailored plan developed specifically for your dog and lifestyle, based on your goals and challenges.

    ~ Ongoing Support Between Sessions: Stay on track with follow-up advice and support as needed throughout the program.

    ~ Custom Training Materials & Management Tools: Handouts and resources designed to support your dog’s progress and make daily life easier for you both.

    Investment: 495

    Ready to get started?
    Let’s work together to build lasting habits and create a calmer, more connected life with your dog.

    Book your Basic Manners Training Package or Get in touch with any questions

    Book Appointment

  • Walk & Train

    If you find walks tricky or just don’t have the time, a Walk & Train Session is a great add-on to your dog’s training plan. We’ll take your dog out for a structured walk to practice calm, polite walking skills and reinforce what we’ve worked on together in training.

    These sessions are ideal for dogs who are learning to:
    🐾 Walk without pulling on the lead
    🌿 Stay focused and relaxed during walks
    💪 Build confidence and consistency with their skills

    Each session is designed to reinforce good habits through positive, reward-based training while giving your dog a fun, mentally stimulating outing.

    Eligibility:
    Walk & Train sessions are available as an add-on following a Single-Session Consult or a Training Package. Your first Walk & Train session must be booked within three months of your last consult.

    Investment: $70 for a one-hour session

    Ready to get started?
    Add a Walk & Train session to your training plan today and let me help your dog turn walks into calm, confident adventures.

    Book Appointment

Testimonials

  • "I truly can’t recommend Lena from Paws & Reward highly enough! We first saw Lena for training when she worked at our vets. After she started Paws & Reward we specifically sought Lena out to work with her again cause we honestly could not imagine anyone else working with us and our dog. Lena is kind, understanding and empathetic in her approach, towards both animals and owners, and she has an absolute wealth of knowledge. We have an extremely high needs dog and he absolutely loves her. Her techniques are completely fear free (which was really important to us) but so effective! With Lena’s help we have been able to support our dog in ways that we honestly never thought possible. It has brought a sense of peace to both us and our dog that we honestly can’t thank Lena enough for. She always comes so prepared and you can tell she takes in every detail about your animal so she can best support them and you. Sessions are always really clear and well planned out, and her follow up is so helpful! Truly, truly, if you have an animal that needs support with training, I can’t recommend Paws and Reward highly enough. We’ve known Lena for a few years now and both our experiences and outcomes are positive every single time."

    - Maddy and Oscar

  • "Lena is so helpful and knowledgeable, and the advice we have received has been the biggest help. I love her positive style of training which is practical and effective. We've seen great results with Pepper so far and looking forward future training sessions!"

    - Millie

  • "Lena has a great understanding of dog and human training , Lena reads the dog's actions really well , and is caring of our cats . 🌼 Lena is friendly and goes the extra mile to help!"

    - Jane, Alan and Indy

  • "Lena was an awesome trainer! We initially tried puppy training with another local company that lacked personalised attention to ours and our puppies needs. Lena addressed all the concerns we had and more with some very realistic training methods that appear to have worked. Thanks Lena."

    - James

  • "A great dog training business! Lena is knowledgeable and helpful and always has an idea or two about how to address even the most challenging behaviours. Her training is all about positive reinforcement and rewarding desirable behaviours rather than focusing on what our puppy was doing wrong. I definitely recommend Paws & Reward for anyone looking for a brilliant trainer."

    - Julie

  • "We have had the pleasure of working with Lena across two entirely different circumstances – private classes for an anxious dog and puppy college with our newest addition. Lena’s depth of knowledge, experience and dedication to her craft is a cut above the rest. With a range of commercial puppy schools pushing puppy socialisation in the form of putting them in circle together left me with a very overstimulated pup and feeling like a failure that I couldn’t ‘control’ my puppy. All the signs were there, but I didn’t know any better – and wasn’t educated on the fact that the environment was too much for my puppy. Lena’s guidance has helped me undo the common misconceptions about puppy and dog training and has seen me develop into a confident puppy/dog owner. I highly recommend Paws and Rewards and look forward to future courses, such as snake awareness training. Thank you, Lena!"

    -Abby

  • "Lena is so amazing with Murphy, he is turning into a wonderful dog with his behaviour being so much better. I'm even getting much better with training him. Highly recommend Lena with any kind of help with your animals."

    -Debra

  • I am happy to be writing this review.
    Having a very anxious and complex little girl I knew I was in need of guidance and training for me to help her and Lena has certainly provided that which in turn is helping me to help Annie. While I realise Annie and I still have a long way to go I feel confident with Lena's help we are on the right track.
    Lena, besides being very knowledgeable is very patient, kind and caring, has lots of suggestion and alternative ideas on how to overcome all the different scenarios that Annie and I have presented to her.
    Lena is always quick to reply to any contact and messages, helping with any queries I have had, never making me feel as if it has been an imposition to contact her and willing for me to contact her in the future as other situation may arise.
    I feel confident you will experience the same positive reaction as you travel down the journey with your furry companion, Lena and Paws & Rewards.

    -Margaret Copley