OUR STORY
Established in 2013, Pawsitive Connection has a collective 70 years experience in dog training and animal behaviour. Nicola, Ros and Anne are qualified, highly skilled and cover a range of specialities including canine and feline behaviour, canine nutrition and wellness, manners training and dog sports training.
While our primary focus is in-home private training, in person group classes and online options are also available.
We only use force free training methods based on sound scientific principles.
Pawsitive is a locally owned and run business in Logan, Brisbane and Ipswich and is here to help you and your pets.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to help you develop a harmonious and fulfilling relationship with your pets. We are committed to providing you with the skills and support to help your pets be the very best they can be.
MEET THE PAWSITIVE TEAM
Whilst all of our team are highly skilled and certified in canine training, each professional member has specialised in advanced areas of animal care that appeal to them. Please have a read about what each of our founding owners passions are.
Anne Hardacre
Wellness and Nutrition
Anne has over 18 years of experience in canine behaviour and dog sports and specialises in canine nutrition and wellbeing. Her unique holistic approach ensures lifelong physical, mental and emotional wellness for her client's pets.
Assoc. Dip Applied Science (Animal Science) CIT
Certificate in Small Animal Nutrition (NCTM)
Fear Free Certified Professional
Holistic Canine Behaviour Accredited Diploma (Canine Principles)
Association of Pet Dog Trainers Australia (APDT) Accredited Professional Member
Pet Professional Guild Australia - Dog Training Professional Member
CAMadvocate Level 1
Nicola Westerweel
Canine Behaviour
Families keep coming back to Nicola for help with their new four legged family members. Nicola has over 25 years experience in canine behaviour and training.
Diploma of Canine Behaviour Science (CASI)
CPDT-KA (CCPDT)
Fun Scent Games Level 1 Instructor (Dognostics)
Pet Professional Guild Australia - Dog Training Professional Member
Association of Pet Dog Trainers Australia (APDT) Accredited Professional Member.
Ros Taber
Feline Behaviour & TTouch
Ros has over 26 years of experience in a broad range of both cat and dog behaviour, dog sports, tellington touch and scent games. Ros inspires many clients to develop a passion for their animals, in all areas of her expertise.
Dip. FBST (CASI)
CPDT-KA (CCPDT)
Fun Scent Games Level 1 Instructor (Dognostics)
Tellington Touch Practitioner 1
Pet Professional Guild Australia - Dog Training Professional Member
CAMadvocate Level 1
Association of Pet Dog Trainers Australia (APDT) Accredited Professional Member.
PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS
All of our trainers are highly accredited.
*** Disclaimer. Please note that not all trainers have all qualifications. Please see individual profiles for more information.***
