Do you have a Staghound X 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.
Staghound crosses are typically large, athletic sighthound-type dogs with strong prey drive and surprising gentleness at home. They're built for speed and endurance, combining a calm indoor temperament with explosive outdoor energy.
Staghound cross owners have a dog that's all grace and gentleness until something runs. If yours sleeps on the couch for hours then turns into a sprinting machine at the sight of a rabbit, or trembles during thunderstorms, that's the sighthound nature. Their gentle, sensitive disposition makes them lovely dogs to train — patience and trust are the key ingredients.
Whether your Staghound X 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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"Crazy Kind Calm Dog Training have helped us and our puppy progress in leaps and bounds. He has become more responsive and confident. The program is designed to meet the individual needs of our family and the environment our puppy lives in. The notes provided afterwards, enables us to practice our learnings between sessions. Would recommend Nat to anyone looking to bring a dog into the family."
— carolyn Guild March 2026
"We were close to the end of our tether when we contacted Natalie to see if she could assist with our young, antisocial JR terrier. Natalie has helped us to better understand the behaviours and motivations of our pups, and how to navigate and manage situations that cause angst for both pups and humans alike. Natalie has worked with us on manageable training tasks to improve behaviours in a range of real-life situations. Our relationships with our pups, and quality of life for all of us, are now much improved. I highly recommend Natalie's approach and philosophy - it's made a positive difference for us."
— concar carcon March 2021
"Natalie was amazing, with so many helpful suggestions and training routines with Bella our labrador. Highly recommended."
— Elizabeth Alexander
Let's talk about your goals and how we can help your Staghound X become the best dog they can be.
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