★★★★★ 5.0 from 74 reviews (Oct 2026)Do you have a Australian Shepherd that needs some training help? Natalie from Crazy Kind Calm dog training can help!
With over 900 dogs trained across the Macedon Ranges, Natalie understands the unique personality and needs that come with this wonderful breed.
Australian Shepherds are versatile, intelligent herding dogs with boundless energy and a strong desire to work. They're beautiful, athletic, and incredibly devoted — but they need far more mental and physical stimulation than many owners anticipate.
Australian Shepherd owners quickly learn that "gorgeous" comes with a side of "relentless." These dogs are happiest when they have a purpose, and without one, they'll create their own — often involving your furniture or garden. If your Aussie follows you to the bathroom, herds your children into corners, or melts down when the routine changes, you're living the classic Aussie Shepherd experience. Channel that drive and you'll have an extraordinary partner.
Whether your Australian Shepherd is a new puppy or an older dog with some habits to work on, we've got options to suit.
Personalised sessions in your home, where the challenges actually happen. We work together on your specific goals — whether it's pulling on lead, barking, poor recall, jumping up, or something else entirely.
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Group classes in Kyneton for puppies aged 8-16 weeks. Build confidence, learn essential skills, and socialise with other pups in a safe, supportive environment.
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"Natalie is an absolute legend! We welcomed two Aussie Shepherd boys from the same litter and had heard plenty about the challenges of raising two brothers. We couldn’t have done it better without her guidance. We truly appreciate her ongoing support and the positive changes we’ve seen."
— Venessa Nadolnik
"We've seen Nat twice now for our pup for a one-on-one training sessions. We have initially done puppy school elsewhere and these one-on-one sessions with Natalie helped with new challenges (new bub) and refine the skills that we have learnt previously. We also appreciate the very detailed appointment notes sent to us via email after sessions - this helps us keep up with training and refer back to some tips and techniques down the track. Would highly recommend Natalie! :)"
— Nizza Turner
"Reuben, my 9mth old German Shepherd had his first visit from Natalie today. He is a very large dog, beautiful, but super excitable. He was starting to jump up on guests, & not consistently obedient, & had a few other behaviour issues. I couldn’t believe the things Natalie could get him to do with treats & a few gestures & key words. I now believe Reuben is in fact a very intelligent dog, who just needs short training sessions with me a couple of times a day, reinforcement of good behaviour,and a few more visits and advice from Natalie. Already I am confident I can work on his behaviours, & am so glad I did not re- home him, as suggested by some friends & family members…Reubs & I will do this journey together, & succeed! Thankyou Natalie!♥️🐾"
— Anne Fraser
Let's talk about your goals and how we can help your Australian Shepherd become the best dog they can be.
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