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Pug x Cavalier Training

Do you have a Pug x Cavalier 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.

Pug × Cavalier crosses combine two devoted companion breeds. The result is typically a small, affectionate dog who lives for human contact — but the combination can also concentrate both breeds' tendency towards anxiety and attachment.

Common Pug x Cavalier traits and training needs

  • Very prone to separation anxiety — both parent breeds are intensely people-focused
  • Can develop resource guarding over their favourite person
  • May be sensitive and anxious in new situations or environments
  • Prone to barking at visitors and unfamiliar sounds
  • Can be stubborn about training, inheriting the Pug's independent streak
  • Overheating from the Pug side can limit exercise tolerance

Pug × Cavalier owners have a devoted little companion who thinks being apart from you is the worst thing imaginable. If yours follows you room to room, gets anxious when you grab your keys, or has become possessive of your lap — those are traits from both parent breeds intensified. Their love of companionship means they respond well to gentle training, especially when it builds independence and confidence.

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Pug x Cavalier Training Options

Whether your Pug x Cavalier 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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Pug x Cavalier (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
Ollie
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel • Macedon
★★★★★ Google
"Ollie and I had a great time in our four sessions, learning heaps to work on to create the 'perfect' dog. Ollie responded really well to Natalie's approach and I learnt heaps about how to go about his training. Highly recommended!!"

David Thomas

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dog training in Macedon
★★★★★ Google
"Natalie was very professional and a lovely person to deal with. My 10 month old Lowchen was very responsive to her commands. I was very impressed with the training notes she sent the next day too. I would recommend Crazy Kind Calm . Jenny Ryan"

Jennifer Ryan July 2021

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Some of the Pug x Cavaliers (and others) We've Trained

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Eddie Flat Coated Retriever dog training
Eddie Kyneton
Piper Labrador Retriever dog training
Piper Kyneton
Creed American Bulldog dog training
Creed Sunbury
Taylor Cavoodle dog training
Taylor Macedon
Diggity Miniature Poodle dog training
Diggity Riddells Creek
Winnie Harrier x Gsp dog training
Winnie Elplhistone
Ruthie Australian Kelpie dog training
Ruthie Kyneton
Mayo Labradoodle dog training
Mayo Sunbury
Goldie English Cocker Spaniel dog training
Goldie Kyneton
Pepper German Shepherd Dog dog training
Pepper Chewton
Wilbur Border Collie dog training
Wilbur Bolinda

Ready to train your Pug x Cavalier?

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

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