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Maremma x St. Poodle Training

Do you have a Maremma x St. Poodle 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.

Maremma × Standard Poodle crosses are large, intelligent dogs that blend the Maremma's guardian instinct with the Poodle's sharp mind. The result is often a clever, watchful dog who bonds closely with family but can be independent.

Common Maremma x St. Poodle traits and training needs

  • Guardian instinct from the Maremma side — may bark at perceived threats and be wary of strangers
  • Intelligent from the Poodle side — needs mental stimulation or will find their own projects
  • Large and strong — early lead training is essential before they reach full size
  • Can be independent and make their own decisions rather than waiting for direction
  • May develop barking habits, especially at night or when unfamiliar people approach
  • Can be dog-reactive, particularly with unfamiliar dogs entering their perceived territory

Maremma × Poodle owners have a unique combination of brains and guardian instinct. If yours patrols the house, assesses every visitor, or has a bark that carries across the neighbourhood — that's the Maremma guardian meeting the Poodle's alertness. Their intelligence makes them capable learners, they just need guidance that works with their independent, watchful nature.

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Maremma x St. Poodle Training Options

Whether your Maremma x St. Poodle 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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Maremma x St. Poodle (and others) Success Stories

Bella
Maremma x St. Poodle • Mount Macedon
★★★★★ Google
"Natalie was amazing, with so many helpful suggestions and training routines with Bella our labrador. Highly recommended."

Elizabeth Alexander

Teddy
Airedale Terrier • Macedon
★★★★★ Google
"We have been using Crazy Kind Calm training for just under two months now and the difference in our 6yo Airedale Teddy has been absolutely amazing. We were having all sorts of problems with Teddy being overly excitable with people and aggressive towards other dogs when out for a walk. Natalie has taught us a whole range of techniques to help manage Teddy's behaviours and reduce her stress levels. Teddy is so much calmer and happier these days and we are continuing to work on her excitement levels. We highly recommend Crazy Kind Calm!"

J BW

Airedale Terrier dog training in Macedon
★★★★★ Google
"We have been using Natalie for the past few months to help train our Groodle pup Willow. Natalie is fantastic with very practical and easy to implement tips and tricks. Great value for money and really lovely lady. Willow loves it when Natalie walks in the door and we always leave with small steps to work on between sessions to improve her behaviour in increments (including jumping, barking and bailing up the cat). The improvements to Willows behaviour have been significant. Natalie comes to you for one on one training, which achieves much more in short space than puppy training did for us. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her services."

Jessica Wilkinson February 2019

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