This is how you get your dog to

listen & behave reliably, without treats.
(even if nothing else has worked 'til now)

Canine Chaos to Calm

The Self-Study Version

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You love your dog, but they're driving you a little bit crazy...

If you're like a lot of our clients, you probably had a picture of what life with your dog would look like.

Enjoying hanging out as a family, going for relaxing walks side by side, and impressing your guests with their perfect obedience and manners.

The reality probably isn't quite so picturesque.

Is their jumping up driving you nuts?

Are they picking and choosing when to listen depending on what's going on around them, or whether you have treats?

Do walks leave you with aching shoulders from them pulling like a steam train, or hanging on for dear life if they see a cat, or another dog?

Does hosting guests mean you're either stressed and apologizing for the overly enthusiastic greeting when they arrive, or feeling guilty for shutting your dog away? Or maybe it all just seems too hard and you've stopped inviting people over entirely?

If you answered "yes" to any (or all!) of the above, you're not alone - lots of our clients were in that same place, too.

You're probably wondering why your dog can't be like those other dogs. The ones that made you want to get a dog in the first place.

Dr. Google supposedly has all the answers on dog training, but they all either contradict each other, or only work when:

A: There are no distractions &
B: Your dog "feels like" listening (if they ever do!).

As soon as they see a guest, a cat or another dog, they seem to "forget" everything you've taught them!

You love your dog, but you might be wondering if you can handle another ten years of this!

Luckily, you don't have to!

Introducing Canine Chaos to Calm...

Canine Chaos to Calm isn't "just another dog training course" like so many others out there.

It's a totally unique online programme, teaching our proven, simple & effective training system so you and your dog are finally speaking the same language.

✔ Teach them to listen ALL the time ("sit", "heel", "down" & "come") - even around guests, kids, cats, and other dogs, NOT just when it suits them, or when you have food treats.

✔ Fix behavioural issues like jumping up, biting, barking, stealing stuff, digging, pulling on the lead, or even barking and leaping at other dogs on walks. Our treat-free training system can be used to teach your dog what you do and don't want, in a way they actually understand and listen to, to deal with almost any behavioural problem.

✔ Food-free training, so you don't feel like you're bribing your dog, or your walk isn't ruined just because you forgot the treats and your dog decides they don't have to listen.

✔ House rules that make your life easy - teach them to stay on their bed, stay out of the kitchen, or wait for an invitation to jump up on furniture, cross the road or go through certain doors.

✔ Actually enjoy your daily walk, because your dog stays by your side, on a totally loose lead and walks calmly past the dogs or cats that used to make them go crazy!

✔ Stress-free entertaining - no more apologizing for paw prints and claw marks on nice, clean clothes, or feeling guilty for shutting them outside

Over-Reacting to Other Dogs -

[Course member] Kora's Before & After

Jumping & Nipping When Leaving Home -

[Course member] Bronte's Before & After

"I tried everything for THREE YEARS and was convinced my dog was untrainable.

Now, it feels like I have a new dog"

Imagine having a dog who can be taken places without causing embarrassment, greet guests calmly, go for walks without pulling your arm off, and hang out with the family without being a pain - a dog who is the best mate you imagined they would be when you first brought them home.

With Canine Chaos to Calm, this could be your new reality.

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With our training, "Down" means lie down the first time I ask you to (NOT wait until the 10th time!) and stay there until I say you can go again.

No matter what else is going on.

Even when another dog is playing fetch with your favourite ball...

If your dog could do this, imagine how easy it would be to get them to listen when the distraction was a guest, or another dog on the street?!

Apply the four training pillars crucial to success

(that are missing from most training approaches)

Self-Control - Your dog's ability to hold themselves back, even when they REALLY want to do something else. Most dogs don't have much self-control (which is why they struggle to listen & behave in exciting situations), but it CAN be taught.

Consistency - Most common dog training approaches accidentally CAUSE inconsistencies which set back your dog's progress. The Best Mate Blueprint uses one, proven, effective system for teaching EVERYTHING, so consistency becomes easy.

Creating Habits - So your dog listens & behaves on auto-pilot, without needing constant supervision or "nagging".

Communication - Teach your dog what you do (and don't!) want them to do, in a way they understand, and actually listen to! (PLUS we teach YOU in a way you'll understand too (no complicated concepts, just practical, logical training that works!)

"It's truly genius - like having the ability to communicate in a way they understand."

"I'd tried several in-person and online trainers - this system made a HUGE difference!"

Canine Chaos to Calm walks you step-by-step through the Best Mate Blueprint, so you have everything you need to transform your dog from a source of frustration, to a joy to have in your life, in 12 weeks.

Here's what you'll get access to, once you become a member 👇

✔ Module One: How to communicate so they actually listen (even if they're distracted or excited)

This module walks you through the Best Mate Blueprint - how to teach your dog what you DO and DON'T want them to do, in a way that they actually understand and listen to (even around distractions like guests, kids, cats and other dogs!)

Discover why most common training approaches don't work in real life, and what to do instead to get the well-behaved dog you dreamed of.

✔ Module Two: Building Self-Control - Teach your dog to resist impulses they NEVER could before.

Self-control is the key to teaching your dog to listen and behave around distractions. They'll learn to resist their impulses, and control their excitement (rather than you having to physically hold them back). Even around the things that currently make them lose the plot.

✔ Module Three: Teaching Boundaries - the key to having a fun, respectful dog (& keeping them safe!)

In this essential module, you'll learn how to teach your dog to wait for an invite before going into the kitchen, out the front door, onto furniture, jumping out of the car, or crossing the road, even when there's exciting stuff on the other side!

You get to choose where youwant to put a boundary, based on the rules YOU want YOUR dog to follow - if you want your dog on the furniture, great! If you don't, we can use boundaries to control when it happens (or stop it completely).

Imagine having a dog who doesn’t rush out the front door, get under your feet in the kitchen, jump out of the car, or cross the road without your permission. Boundaries help you to create a respectful dog who's fun to live with, AND helps keep them safe at the same time.

✔ Module Four: Fixing Problem Behaviours - Teach them to behave the way YOU want (even when they REALLY want to do something else).

In this module, you'll discover the proven, step-by-step process to tackle any behavioural issue, including:

Stopping behaviours you DON'T want like jumping up, play-biting, barking, digging, pulling on the lead, chasing the cat, over-reacting to dogs/people on walks, and stealing items around the house (as well as almost anything else your dog does - including random things like running obsessively in circles (true story!))

Creating the behaviours you DO want, like greeting guests politely, dropping items on command and leaving food unless you tell them they can eat it (including when it's on the coffee table, or in your toddler's hands!)

✔ Module Five: Master the "Heel" Command - Walk like a pro together!

Imagine strolling through the park with your dog at your side, perfectly matching your pace and direction.

In this module, you’ll learn how to teach your dog the “heel” command, transforming your walks from a tug-of-war into a harmonious experience. No more dragging down the street—just smooth, enjoyable walks that strengthen your bond!

Combine the structured "heel" command with the loose lead walking we cover in Module Four to create your perfect mix of freedom and control on walks!

✔ Module Six: "Down (& Stay)" - The zen command for a chilled-out canine!

Teach your dog to reliably stay in one spot, chill out and wait for you to "free" them (even with crazy "life" stuff happening all around them!). The "Zen Down" is AMAZING for all dogs so you can fully involve them in your life without frustration.

Picture your dog chilling out at a café, kids' sports games, or during family gatherings, knowing they can relax and wait for your cue to move—this is the power of a reliable “down” command!

✔ Module Seven: The non-negotiable "Come" - A life-saving command!

In this essential module, you’ll master the art of teaching your dog that “come” means exactly that - no exceptions, and no sneaky "loopholes"!

The definition of come that we teach is:

- Come back immediately, not in five minutes or when you've finished doing whatever you're doing

- Come all the way back, not halfway back and veering off, or shooting straight past and carrying on

- Stay with me until I tell you it's safe for you to go again (crucial if there's a car or another dog around who may not be friendly!)

✔ Module Eight: "Come" Off-Lead

Building on Module Seven, and teaching them to reliably come back when called off-lead in increasingly distracting situations - this is how you enjoy true freedom with your dog!

AND... you get lifetime access!

This means you get access for the life of the programme (i.e. you won't get kicked out after 12 weeks!) INCLUDING any updates to the course!

This could be you in just 12 weeks!

"Books, YouTube Videos - nothing worked!

We were exhausted & considering re-homing...

Canine Chaos to Calm was the best thing we ever did!"

"Tornado" - the word we used to describe Indie. She just never stopped and created havoc where ever she went! She loved everything and everyone but it got very exhausting. She didn't just jump up, she jumped at. She just went and went and went. We tried recommended books, a heap of youtube videos etc they just weren't working.

We knew there was a cool dog underneath all of that but we were just exhausted. You couldn't take your eyes off her for even one second - she had a very impressive ninja ability. We contemplated many times whether we could cope or not and if it was best for us to re-home her. Then I saw an ad on Facebook... and the best thing we ever did began!

A way to describe where we are at now...We've gone from having Indie at a kennels and feeling like it was respite care to now we had her at the kennels and missed her! We felt that there were things that we would never be able to do with her but at the end of this course I can say that in the near future we will be able to do them all - such a good feeling!!!

What has improved? Everything! She is so much calmer and we also can now read her and understand her better, which means a much more enjoyable life together.

We learnt how being conscious about our own behaviour and body language can influence outcomes for Indie. She can now walk calmly past other dogs (HAD to say hello), people (HAD to say hello), people on bikes (used to leap at - not aggressive but still got in trouble a few times with this).

We liked Grace's ability to explain things, not just for us humans but also understanding our doggo. Definitely feel like Grace has an impressive knowledge of psychology and how it works within our relationship with our pup. Love the name of the course as it was EXACTLY our situation - Chaos to Calm.

MJ & Indie

"I couldn't see how online training could work, but now it's like having two totally different dogs/puppies."

It took me until the last day to pay and register with Canine Chaos to Calm because it is an online course and I couldn't fathom how it could possibly work if the training organiser was not literally there with you.

I decided to give it a go because I, myself needed training, not just the puppies.

My two dogs/puppies were too used to their own freedom and would only listen to my commands if they chose too.

After the course, it's like having two totally different dogs/puppies. They are still learning, and will continue to learn. They still look for loopholes, but they actually listen, follow commands and look to me for guidance now.

Step by step instructions and videos made this course easy to understand and use. The dogs listen and obey me all the time now. I love how they look to me for guidance when they are unsure or want reassurance.

Bronwyn, Bruce & Jasper

"Now that I've seen what Ruby's capable of, I wish I'd done it earlier!

The difference is incredible."

The cost was the only hesitation, and the training not working. But the money back guarantee was enough assurance to give it a go. Just wish I had done it a lot earlier when Ruby was younger!

Ruby was very good at listening and obeying commands but it was always on her terms, when she wanted to. She lacked self control, was super hyper excitable around other dogs and recall around distractions was non existent.

My wife and my 13 year old were unable to walk Ruby due to the risk of her trying to run off to get to other dogs, Ruby is a very powerful 45kg dog!

Ruby now obeys the command first time. It's still a work in progress but in the few months of doing Chaos to Calm, the difference is incredible.

Ruby now has self control and self discipline, my wife and 13 year old son can now walk her without her lunging at other dogs and pulling on the lead.

Recall is also still a work in progress but again, the improvement so far is huge.

Training is always an ongoing process and with the Chaos to Calm course we now have the foundations, tools and methods to keep it going. But most importantly, we now have a well trained dog that has learnt self control and self discipline. I've even managed to clip Ruby's nails!!

The course and the material was easy to follow and made even easier with the videos of "how to". We're still not 100% of the way there, but where we are to where we were has made a massive improvement and I know that as we keep working on the training, we will get to 100%.

Lee & Ruby

"I'm the cliché client that says she has tried many other courses and none worked like this, but it is so true"

My hesitations were that it was just another course I would be spending my money on that wouldn't work.

Beni was a rescue and we got him at 1yr so he didn't have the early training or socialisation he needed. Once in his teenage years he became reactive to other dogs coming near him, and very defensive of the house.

That I could manage but walking outside of the house became a complete anxiety ridden chore for me.

Beni is now quite different out. I can walk him on lead with no anxiety and off lead he is also much better. Calmer with other dogs and plays or just does his own thing. This has changed not only his life, but MY life so much.

I really liked everything about the course. The layout was easy, the weekly timing worked well in my life, with a couple of breather weeks. It stopped me rushing and getting too far ahead of myself.

Grace is so positive and down to earth. It is a very clear cut course that doesn't leave you confused. It helps you know how to structure your life with your dog outside of "official" training times, which I really loved, and which other courses don't do.

I'm the cliché client that says she has tried many other courses and none worked like this, but it is so true! And I will always use this course for future trainings and any other dogs we get in the future.

No need to spend more money or feel confused anymore!

Rachel & Beni

Check out some of our lovely Canine Chaos to Calm members showing off their dogs' newly developed self-control!

(They didn't think their dog would ever be able to do this either...)

We deliberately create distractions during training sessions to recreate the excitement of a guest, strange dog, cat or child, which strengthens their self-control and teaches them how to hold themselves back even when there's REALLY exciting stuff happening all around them!

This means that when the real-deal happens, they're much more able to focus and learn what we do and don't want them to do...

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Here's everything you're going to get inside Canine Chaos to Calm...

Canine Chaos to Calm teaches the proven, food-free training method that we've used for years in our in-person training programmes, in a comprehensive online group course designed for dogs from five months old through to senior dogs (10 years plus)!

✔ The Best Mate Blueprint - our proven, treat-free training system

We'll walk you step-by-step through our proven, food-free training blueprint - everything you need to transform your dog, with zero "fluff"!

Designed to work in REAL LIFE - including around guests, cats, kids & other dogs - NOT just when you have food in your pocket and zero distractions around!

✔ Step-by-step videos using untrained dogs like yours...

Practical videos using untrained dogs, who don’t respond perfectly to commands, and don’t know the exercises yet.

Because training a dog who’s been there & done that is very different to training a dog who still makes mistakes, tries to find loopholes, and only wants to listen when it suits them!

Which is why all of our training demo videos feature stubborn, untrained dogs who don't do things perfectly, so you can see exactly what to do when your own dog makes a mistake, PLUS videos of the end result with trained dogs, so you can see what you're working towards and what's really possible.

✔ Access to Previous Trainer Q&As from live run-throughs of the course

Canine Chaos to Calm is usually run as a group course, with weekly Trainer Q&As where members send in their questions and videos for feedback and in-depth answers.

Because you'll be joining a self-study version of Canine Chaos to Calm (the group run-through only opens to join around every 3 months), there won't be weekly Trainer Q&As available as part of the course (there is the option to upgrade to the live version once the next round opens up if you want to take part in these though).

Instead, we give you access to ALL of the PREVIOUS Trainer Q&A videos, complete with time stamps (a written summary of the questions asked, and at what time they're answered in the video, so you can skip to the ones you want to know the answers to).

Because we use the same training system to address EVERYTHING, and the course is so comprehensive with demo videos of untrained dogs learning the same things, combined with access to the previous Q&As as well, most people find that that's everything they need anyway.

✔ BONUS 1: How to Fit Training into Your Busy Life Cheatsheet

Life's busy, and even with the best intentions it can be hard to find time to train the dog!

We'll show you how to fit training into your everyday activities, in a way that helps you AND your dog succeed.

✔ BONUS 2: House Rules Cheatsheet

Training works best when the whole household is consistent but it can be hard to know where to start or what's important. We've got you covered!

✔ BONUS 3: Fast-Track Your Success Cheatsheet

How to speed through the early stages of training and reap the rewards of a well-behaved dog ASAP!

✔ Lifetime Access

Canine Chaos to Calm includes lifetime access (so as long as the course is running, which we intend to be for many years to come, you'll keep access to the course AND any updates, with a guaranteed bare minimum access of 12 months from your start date).

Ultimately, having the family dog you dreamed of, rather than a dog who drives you a little bit crazy!

How much can you expect to pay for a well-behaved dog who doesn't drive you crazy?

Well, that depends.

Most dog trainers charge at least $100 an hour, and you have no idea how many sessions you'll need to get the result you want with your dog (or if it will even work at all!)

If you skipped the initial work and paid someone else to do it, most board and train programmes cost upwards of $2000-3000, and you still have to do the maintenance work when your dog gets home to teach them to listen to YOU, rather than just the trainer.

When we offered in-person dog training programmes at Best Mate Dog Training, the investment ranged from $975 to $1575 for one dog (& upwards of $1225 for two dogs), and there was typically a 2-3 month waitlist to get started.

That's the beauty of Canine Chaos to Calm.

As soon as doors open you can dive into the content and everything is ready to go, at the time you're ready to do it.

The investment is the same, regardless of how many dogs you're training - just purchase additional equipment for your other dogs if required.

You can go back and re-watch lessons anytime you like, with no need to try and remember everything the trainer said and did.

You still learn everything you need to get your dog to listen and behave even around distractions, and get to see the training system in action on untrained dogs who make mistakes and don't do everything perfectly the first time.

And because it teaches YOU a proven training system that can be used on ANY dog, for almost ANY problem, it's an investment that can change not only your life with your current dog, but ALL your FUTURE dogs, too.

And it's a fraction of the cost of in-person dog training...

"I had spent $1000's with no change - just 2 weeks into this course, the changes in Luna made me so proud that I cried!"

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This was our 'last ditch attempt'... & we're so glad we took the plunge 😊

The cost was a slight concern - we wouldn't usually spend that amount of money on something like this. Doing the 5 day walk challenge gave me enough faith in the content of the course to decide to go ahead. It definitely helped being able to split the payments up too.

Honestly, we were just about at breaking point! We had been considering rehoming her because her behaviour just felt so out of control and we didn't know what else to do. This course was our 'last ditch attempt' at taking back the reins - and we are so glad we took the plunge :)

Lyla is much calmer, more in control and more responsive to us now. She seems to respect our authority more. She still has moments of silliness, but now we know what we can do to correct her and get her back on track.

I like the way that it is structured - with the theory first, then videos of the task in action - with a dog that makes mistakes too! It is well organised in terms of the progression of the content and everything is explained in simple, easy to understand terms.

Yolanda & Lyla

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Your No-Risk, Money-Back Guarantee

Most dog trainers don't offer money-back guarantees. That's because there's no way to ensure you'll actually consistently do the work (and if you don't do the work, or aren't consistent, you won't get the results!)

However, I'm such a believer in our system and its ability to get results EVEN for clients who felt like they'd tried every option under the sun, that I'm willing to take that risk, and offer a 30 day money back guarantee. It's that good.

Full disclosure... you have to show me you gave it a go. Just watching the videos isn't going to train your dog & I'm invested in actually helping you and your dog achieve an amazing life together, so I want to make sure you give it your best shot!

Do the course, put in the effort and if you're not totally sold on the method and its potential for you and your dog in the first 30 days, I'll personally refund you the programme price.

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"Even the unfinished version of the course has honestly changed our lives.

It's spooky and genius how Grace knows what's happening without seeing it - she's the dog whisperer!"

My daughters were laughing the other day on our walk with Charlie about how we used to have to bring a bag with us on our walks - with the clicker, treats etc - and how it was a two-person job to get Charlie to listen, click, reward and then she still didn't listen!

Your incredible course, even in the unfinished version I've completed, has honestly changed our lives.

It always make me smile when I’m watching the videos and it’s like you read my mind. I’m hearing you and thinking ‘yes, but...’ and then your very next sentence addresses exactly what I was thinking. Spooky and genius!! You’re the dog whisperer!

Your style of training, personality, knowledge and clear love of dogs shines through. I've written to you in my head so many times to tell you just that. You've changed our lives.

It takes serious commitment & consistency and the loopholes Charlie finds drives me crazy, but I truly believe she is a much happier puppy now that we're in charge.

I can't tell you how happy I am that your initial 5 day challenge popped up in my Facebook feed and that I took that plunge and then went on to purchase the full course.

Kate & Charlie

"Arku is a lot calmer, he listens more, is less reactive & is a lot more enjoyable to have around!"

Before starting the course, Arku couldn't come inside to greet guests as he was over the top excited and wouldn't listen, jumping all over guests, he would hold a sit or down but only for a short time before he got distracted and would run off and he would play a lot of catch me if you can which was very frustrating.

He now stays in his bed when guests arrive, does still need a couple of corrections but once he's been corrected he now will lay down and usually falls asleep, he can do sit and down stays with distractions and can even hold a down stay for for 45mins now. Catch me if you can game is only very occasional now, and with a warning he will usually stop and come over to me. His recall has improved so much and he's a lot calmer in the house and when out walking. I can only imagine as we keep training how much better he will get.

The course is very easy to understand and I love that it's not treat based. The videos are very helpful in making sure you're doing things correctly, nice and easy to follow, Arku is a lot calmer, he listens more and is less reactive when around other dogs we still have a lot to work on but he's a lot more enjoyable to have around.

Joanne & Arku

"Treat training wasn't working - she's clever, but she only listened when it suited her. Now, she's SO much better and I actually enjoy walking her."

Treat/reward training wasn’t getting me where I wanted to go. She was too head strong and after taking her treat always went back to what she was doing.

Walks with Maisy were so unpleasant and embarrassing. She was always pulling right at the end of lead until she was choking herself and she was highly reactive to other dogs, barking and lunging at them. She’s not aggressive at all but her behaviour looked that way to others.

She was easy to train with tricks and the basics but it was always “when she was ready”.

Our walks are so much better. We can walk past distractions with no lunging or barking (well the occasional last word bark as she walks away is still there).

In general she is just listening better and doing things the first time she is asked. Our front door boundary is a complete win! She used to rush out before us and now she hardly pays the sound of the door opening any attention at all.

The course has given me strategies I can use with anything I want her to do. We are both calmer and in tune. Our walks are a joy now, not a chore and I take those quick breaks in my day to head out with her when in the past I would have avoided it as it was stressful

Erin & Maisy

"I'd tried other training programs with limited success..."

Lulu's a highly active, excitable girl with very selective hearing and little or no impulse control. Going for a walk was a chore as she'd pull, bark at other dogs, lunge at motor cycles etc.

She'd bark constantly at visitors, jump all over them and totally ignore any commands. She'd bark at the vacuum cleaner, electric tools, lawn mower and anything else that makes a noise.

I'd tried other training programs with limited success, I didn't want to find that I was spending more money on something else that wouldn't work.

I can now go on a walk with Lulu without being pulled along. She doesn't lunge at motor cycles and rarely barks at other dogs. She'd still rather walk in front of me than by my side, this part is still a work in progress but in general it's a much more pleasant walk. Lulu no longer barks at the vacuum cleaner, lawn mower and most electric tools.

I was really pleased to see that there was something out there that wasn't reward-based as I had limited success with that type of training program previously

The way the course was drip fed made it manageable and didn't make me feel overwhelmed. It was similar in this way to how face-to-face training sessions are held. I liked that the entire course is designed to improve impulse control in our dogs rather than just managing individual issues.

Evy & Lulu

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Want to see Maisy & our other members show off their new skills at holding a "boundary"?!

A boundary (which we cover in Module 3) is a line to be crossed by invitation only, even when there's really exciting stuff happening on the other side of it!

You can use boundaries to teach your dog to wait for permission to go through doorways (like the front door), gateways, cross the road, jump into/out of the car, get onto furniture or to keep them out of the kitchen!

Who this course is (and isn't!) for

We're really proud of our training and the amazing results it can bring to everyday families struggling with their dog's behaviour. However, there's no one-size-fits all in anything, including dog training, so read on to find out if this course would be a good fit for you and your family...

Canine Chaos to Calm is probably not right for you if:

❌ You're hoping there's a magic switch that will transform your dog overnight.
Our training gets exceptional results, and it tends to work much faster than the traditional training methods you might find elsewhere.

All training takes dedication and consistency - the difference with our training is the effort you put in tends to be rewarded with results, rather than never seeming to get anywhere.

❌ You don't like the idea of telling your dog what to do, or giving them structure.
Dogs thrive on structure and clear, consistent boundaries because they know exactly where they stand and what's expected of them.

It also takes a load off their shoulders because you're the one making the key decisions for them - they can just relax and enjoy the ride!

If you're adamant that your dog should be able to make whatever decisions they please, with no consequences (however small) for poor choices, this course probably isn't for you.

❌ You have a puppy who's younger than 4.5 months old
Canine Chaos to Calm is only for dogs 4.5 months & older. So, if your pup's younger than that, it's not for you yet.

Bookmark this page and come back when your pup's older because the course will definitely help you navigate the "naughty teenage phase" from 6-12 months of age.

❌ Your dog has ever shown signs of aggression towards anyone in their household
For safety reasons, in-person training is probably a better fit for you and your dog. Please don't participate in this course if your dog has ever shown any sign of aggression towards people in the same household (and get in touch with us first if they're aggressive towards people in general).

Canine Chaos to Calm IS for you:

✔ If you love your dog but you wish that they'd just stop doing 'X', 'Y' & 'Z', because life would be sooo much easier for everyone!

✔ If you want to involve your dog in your life more, and are willing to put in the effort to build a foundation where that can happen

✔ Even if you feel like you've tried everything under the sun and exhausted all the options. Lots of our clients were in the same boat, and still achieved amazing results from using our training method

✔ If your dog is five months or older & has never shown aggression towards people

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a pressing question you need answered before joining Canine Chaos to Calm?

Below is a list of the most common questions I've been asked. If you don't see YOUR question, just email me (Grace) at support@bestmatedogtraining.co.nz so I can help you out!

“What makes the members of Canine Chaos to Calm and all of the testimonials I've seen so successful?”

There's a reason that SO many of our members have had amazing success with us, even when they'd spent thousands of dollars and years of effort trying to train their dog with other options.

Canine Chaos to Calm was designed with the everyday dog owner in mind. If you're anything like our members, you don't have hours a day to spend training your dog, and you want training that works in real life situations (NOT just when you have treats, and nothing else exciting is going on!). What makes Canine Chaos to Calm different to anything else you've tried can be broken down into three key reasons:

# 1. A training system that adapts to what YOU want your dog to do. Every dog is different, and everyone has slightly different expectations and rules they want their dog to follow. Canine Chaos to Calm walks you through our proven, effective training system to teach your dog to listen and behave reliably, and shows you how to adapt it to what YOU want from YOUR dog (and we can help with deciding WHAT you want, if you're stuck on that, too!).

This is why we can help with issues ranging from the common (like selective hearing, jumping up, or barking) through to the unusual (like running obsessively in circles, or having a "grudge" against a particular plant in the garden!).

Once you and your dog know the system, you can use it to teach them to do (or NOT do!) pretty much anything you want.

#2. Your DOG's Mindset. Most dogs are in the mindset of acting on impulse and doing what they want, when they want (and common training approaches accidentally ENCOURAGE that mindset!). A key part of our training system is changing your dog's mindset so they learn how to hold themselves back from something they REALLY want to do, and listen/behave reliably.

There's a reason we hear "it's like they're a different dog" and "I never thought he could do this" ALL the time from our Canine Chaos to Calm members. What you THINK your dog's capable of is usually far below what they're ACTUALLY capable of with the right training system.

#3. YOUR mindset. I know it can be hard to stay consistent when nothing seems to work and you're not even sure if you're doing the right thing. In Canine Chaos to Calm, you'll see your dog make progress WAY faster than other training you've tried, AND you'll get to see it in action on stubborn, excitable, "naughty" dogs in our demo videos, so you know that it works. Plus, we've included the bonus "mindset for dog training" mini course, so you'll learn how to leverage your relationship with your dog so they see you as someone that they WANT to listen to reliably!

“I want to train my new dog right from the start, or correct minor problems with my mostly well-behaved dog - is this course only for dogs who have lots of issues already?”

A: Our training system can be used to teach your dog what you do and don't want them to do, in a way they both understand and actually listen to (even when something more interesting is on offer!)

Which means it can be used both to address existing problems (no matter how big or small they are!) AND prevent problems before they start.

So although most of our clients started in the "my dog is driving me nuts!" category, we also have plenty of members who started with younger puppies, or who joined to solve one or two problems with their mostly well-behaved dog.

“How long do I have access to the course? What happens if I miss a session because we're away/busy - will I be able to catch up?”

A: We know that life can get busy, things can happen and even with the best intentions training can go out the window sometimes.

Every video is available on the platform for the life of the course (i.e. as long as the course is running, you can access the videos, including any updates - there are no “live only” videos that you have to attend, so you can go through the course at a time that suits you).

“Is my dog too old?”

A: We've helped dogs 10 years and older transform their behaviour - "you can't teach an old dog new tricks" is just an old wives tale.

Most training approaches aren't that effective at addressing existing issues in older dogs (which is why many trainers push the idea that you must get everything right as a puppy, or put up with problems forever).

The reality is that older dogs are more than capable of changing their behaviour with the right training system. It can take slightly longer than with a new puppy because you have to undo the old habits first (but even that tends to happen faster than most people expect, if you're using an effective approach!)

“We've tried online courses before and found them really hard work to make our way through sooo many videos which aren’t particularly helpful or relevant to our situation (especially when our dog finds listening challenging!) We’re considering using an in-person trainer instead because of this. How is your course different?”

Our training works by using one simple but effective system to cover EVERYTHING from listening to commands reliably (even around distractions), manners around the house, to behavioural problems (barking, digging, pulling on the lead, lunging at other dogs, jumping up etc all come under this part).

This means that once you and your dog know the system, you can apply it to almost any problem or anything you want to teach your dog, rather than having a different approach for every different thing that they do (which means Canine Chaos to Calm includes everything you need and nothing you don’t, so you’re not sitting through pointless videos which have no relevance to your situation!)

We always teach the same core principles & commands (sit (and wait for release), down (and wait for release), heel, and come) for every dog, regardless of the issues that they're dealing with, because it creates that self-control, communication and consistency that I often talk about, which allows you to deal with whatever specific problem you have, and teach them what you do and don't want.

There are also individual behavioural videos that go along with the core training videos, so you can select which ones apply to you and find out how to apply the training system to fix things like jumping up, barking, digging, pulling on the lead, over-reacting to people/dogs/cars, chasing cats, stealing items etc.

“I have a busy life and I’m concerned that I don’t have time to train my dog”

A: The truth is that all training takes time and effort at the start.

The good news is that our system tends to get results much faster than traditional training methods, so you can fast-track to the good stuff.

Also, how much time are you currently wasting chasing your dog to retrieve the socks they stole, or waiting for them to finish what they’re doing at the park so they finally come back?

How much time would you save once they listen reliably, and have stopped doing the things they shouldn’t be doing?

Not to mention the stress it would save, too!

We've had clients who got amazing results in just 5 minutes a day - you don't have to spend hours training to get results, as long as you're consistent with rules once you put them in place.

“I have two (or more) dogs - can I use the course for all of them, or can it only be for one dog?”

A: That’s the beauty of online training, you don’t need to pay extra to train your other dogs, they’re all covered by the course. So you can use Canine Chaos to Calm to train every dog in your household (and any future dogs who join your family, too!)

“I have a question I don’t see listed. Can you help?”

A: Of course! Just send us an email at support@bestmatedogtraining.co.nz and we’ll help you figure out if Canine Chaos to Calm is the right fit for you and your dog.

"She killed the chickens, chased the cat and jumped fences to chase sheep. Now, she's so well-behaved that she's inspired my in-laws to get a dog!"

Our dog was an unwanted pig hunting dog. As she was no good she was destined to be shot so we took her on board with us. On her first night at home she ate 4 of our chickens and chased the cat. Within the first week she was jumping the fence and chasing the sheep. We needed help.

We saw Grace's training examples and thought if we could get anywhere close to that we would be happy. With the whole family on board we were amazed with how quickly she responded to the boundaries the training set. My 6 year old daughter was also able to be part of the training. This is a method that trains the whole family in a very clear way so that everyone is on the same page.

Sass now can go for a walk in the sheep paddock without trying to chase the sheep and comes back when asked. She now only jumps the fence if we say she can. We are beginning to introduce her to the cat now that she has built up some self control and are confident that we can get some more hens soon and be able to show her they are not to chase.

My in-laws are now considering getting a dog as they have been so impressed with our results. I'm keen to give the next level of training a whirl now too. Grace answers every question promptly and clearly. Can't thank you enough Grace. This has been an awesome experience.

Sally & Sass

"So many things on the internet make false promises, but it really works!"

I had been looking at the course for some time, watching the videos and reading testimonials and thought it sounded fantastic. To be honest, I was hesitant about the cost as so many things on the internet make false promises, but in the end decided to just do it and I'm so pleased I did now as it really works!

Our dog had no ears and really didn't do anything he didn't feel like. If we had tradesmen at the house, I would have to hold him on my knee while he was fighting to get off else he would be frantic, jumping up and making a nuisance of himself, stealing anything that was left unattended and refusing to return said items - he also was the master sock/peg thief. He was over excitable on walks and unmanageable when he was distracted.

He has finally started to listen! He will lie on his bed while we are eating, he stays 'down' by the kitchen while I am busy cooking etc, he has even started to come when he is called. We had a tradesman come about half way into the course, and I managed to get him to sit while I was talking to him which calmed him right down, miracle! He will leave and drop stolen items (most of the time)

The videos were great in terms of being able to see the commands in action, and what to do if something goes wrong. In regard to how our life has changed, I think I have calmed down which sets the tone for day to day life.

Anonymous

"She was so naughty & excitable, and I was shouting at her a lot 😔

She made progress in just one week & I didn't need to shout anymore"

Maple was very excitable especially around guests, I didn't feel she listened at all and I was shouting a lot at her when she was naughty.

After only a week she was listening better, and I didn't need to shout anymore. I feel like I know what to do and that we'll keep progressing as she matures.

The course was very easy to understand. Life is a lot more manageable now - walking is a breeze and now she's older she runs with me too without fear of her pulling my arm out of my socket. Her manners have improved hugely - she doesn't push her way out of doors and can wait for permission to eat (for ages sometimes if I forget to tell her it's ok).

I think the course suited us perfectly. There were sections I skipped through fast because she already knew or picked up the command easily, but others we are still working on and I refer back to them still.

It's great still having access to the content so I can keep going back to it. We've assimilated all the commands into every day life and practice/challenge her as the situations arise.

"I was worried that 8yrs was too old. He knew a lot already, but we were stuck on a couple of issues. After Canine Chaos to Calm, he's a completely different dog."

Oz is an 8yo Australian Shepherd - we'd done lots of training and whilst that was great, I was worried he'd be too old to learn new habits.

Oz has been an anxious dog all his life. At home it was manageable (and I guess we adapted our life to all coexist happily). But when we started travelling, his anxiety and behavioural issues started to wear us down. He wasn’t a bad dog by any stretch but pulled on the lead, whined constantly if we were out, barked at us on the beach, and would meltdown if another dog was chasing a ball in front of us. The vet had prescribed anxiety medication for him and we were worried about what our life on the road would be like if we couldn’t take him to the beach.

Having completed Chaos to Calm, Oz is a different dog. We recently returned home for a week and unprompted family and friends were commenting on how calm he is now! He listens to me - he looks to me for direction and he tries so hard to suppress his impulses. We have reduced his medication by half and intend to wean him off it completely in a few weeks because now he’s controlling himself. We’ve still got work to do - the dogs chasing ball thing is still his kryptonite but there is so much improvement in all areas. More than anything I’m now confident to take him to the beach. I know what to do now when he has a melt down and I am calm!

Lee & Oz

So, in summary, when you join Canine Chaos to Calm you get...

✔ Walked step-by-step through the proven Best Mate Blueprint that's already transformed the lives of over 1600 dog owners around the world.

✔ To teach your dog to listen and behave even around everyday distractions like guests, kids, cats and other dogs.

✔ Cheatsheets to make the most of the training and reap the rewards ASAP!
- How to fit training into your busy life
- House rules
- Fast track your success

✔ Lifetime access to the course (so as long as it exists, you'll have access, including any updates, with an absolute bare minimum access of 12 months from your start date if it did happen to stop running (which is not in the plans!)

✔ Ultimately having the family dog you dreamed of, rather than a dog who drives you a little bit crazy (priceless!)

It's Decision Time.

You can keep struggling with your dog's behaviour & selective hearing, and stay stuck. Or you can transform their behaviour and actually enjoy your life together! It's totally up to you!

I'm in! Enroll me in Canine Chaos to Calm

Read this before you go...

I've worked with hundreds of dogs and their owners, and I know how stressful it can be to live with a dog who isn't behaving the way you pictured when you first brought them home.

So many of my clients felt like they were stuck. They'd tried so many options to fix the problems they were having and nothing seemed to work.

Some felt like the crazy, over-excited dog was just "who their dog was" and had no idea of the transformation that was possible.

They felt frustrated, and often guilty, because they loved their dog, and just wanted to enjoy spending time with them ALL the time, rather than having to exclude them from activities or be annoyed with their behaviour.

So whether you have a "laundry list" as long as your arm of behaviours you want fixed, or whether it's just one or two issues that you'd like ironed out so you can fully enjoy life with your dog, our training method has helped so many people like you achieve just that.

Let me help you, too! It's time for you to transform your life with your dog from Chaos to Calm.

Grace from Best Mate Dog Training

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