Google ★★★★★ 5.0 from 54 reviews (May 2026)
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Havanese Training

Do you have a Havanese 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.

Havanese are lively, affectionate little dogs bred as companions for Cuban aristocracy. They're social, playful, and surprisingly sturdy for their size — with a silky coat and a personality that craves human connection.

Common Havanese traits and training needs

  • Prone to separation anxiety — they were bred to be with people at all times
  • Can be barky, especially when left alone or when visitors arrive
  • May develop demand-barking and attention-seeking behaviours
  • Can be slow to toilet train, particularly in cold or wet weather
  • Sometimes wary of strangers or new situations, which can present as barking or hiding
  • May resource guard toys, food, or their favourite person

Havanese owners have a devoted little shadow who wants to be involved in everything. If your Havanese barks when you leave the room, demands your attention by pawing and whining, or treats wet grass like hot lava — those are very common patterns. Their social, eager-to-please nature makes them lovely training partners. They just need help building confidence and independence.

Ren - Havanese dog training
Pax - Havanese dog training
Snoopy - Havanese dog training

Havanese Training Options

Whether your Havanese is a new puppy or an older dog with some habits to work on, we've got options to suit.

One-on-one dog training
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One-on-One Training

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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Puppy school class
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Puppy School

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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Havanese (and others) Success Stories

Billy
Jack Russell Terrier • Daylesford
★★★★★ Google
"I wish there were more than 5 stars to give! Natalie and Crazy, Kind Calm was recommended to us from a work mate and we couldn’t be happier. We recently rescued a Jack Russell Terrier who is nearly 1.5 years old, and after much research on trainers in the region, we reached out to Natalie. Rightly so, she is a very sought after trainer and we waited patiently for our session with her. She even recommended other trainers who we might want to engage, as it would be 6 weeks before we could see her. We decided to hold out and do our best until our session with the her. From the minute Natalie entered the home, she had our little mate completely engaged. Honestly, it was like watching magic. We went for the personal training session first, and her credentials and experience did not disappoint. We had a 2 hour session, and not 1 second was wasted. The whole experience was the most engaging, informative and educational I have ever had with a trainer, especially dealing with rescue dogs and their big feelings. We can’t wait for our follow up sessions. The level of care, the detailed and tailored training plans which Natalie sent after the session, the trust our precious little mate Billy had in her from the first second, and her genuine warmth, and love and respect for all dogs- made it a very comforting and wondrous experience. Again- if there were more stars to give- I would give them. A truly professional, experienced, trustworthy and knowledgeable trainer - worth the wait 💜"

Nicole Peters

Jack Russell Terrier dog training in Daylesford
Raffa
Wolfhound x Staffy • Kyneton
★★★★★ Google
"Nat is super generous with her knowledge and her enthusiasm is infectious. She genuinely cares about every dog (and their owners) she teaches. Her training style encourages a trusting bons between dog and human. Highly recommend her puppy school as well as the one to ones."

Greer Jean

Wolfhound x Staffy dog training in Kyneton
Sadie
English Staffordshire Terrier • Daylesford
★★★★★ Google
"Massive thank you to Natalie for her professional and unique service on training and obedience techniques to assist Sadie and myself a couple of weeks ago. Natalie has given me confidence to pursue her kind and calm approach and providing specific techniques to work in with our busy lifestyle and still getting a positive result. Thanks again Natalie. Kind regards, Karina, Tom, Leyla and Sadie."

Karina Brooks

English Staffordshire Terrier dog training in Daylesford
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Some of the Havaneses (and others) We've Trained

Ren Havanese dog training
Ren Lauriston
Pax Havanese dog training
Pax Lauriston
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Alfie Newstead
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Ziggy Romsey
Tilly Australian Kelpie dog training
Tilly Gisborne
Hazel Jack Russell Terrier dog training
Hazel Kyneton
Ziggy Labrador Retriever dog training
Ziggy Blackwood
Cocoa Spoodle dog training
Cocoa Chewton
Gertie Groodle dog training
Gertie Kyneton
Violet Miniature Dachshund dog training
Violet Kyneton
Sam Bichon Frise dog training
Sam Maldon

Ready to train your Havanese?

Let's talk about your goals and how we can help your Havanese become the best dog they can be.

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