Google ★★★★★ 5.0 from 61 reviews (Jun 2026)
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Whippet Training

Do you have a Whippet 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.

Whippets are elegant, gentle sighthounds bred for speed. They're calm, affectionate dogs at home but can switch to intense prey-drive mode in an instant. They're often described as the perfect balance of couch potato and athlete.

Common Whippet traits and training needs

  • Extreme prey drive — will chase anything that runs, often ignoring recall entirely
  • Can be fearful or anxious, especially around loud noises and unfamiliar environments
  • Thin skin and sensitive temperament — harsh corrections cause lasting damage to trust
  • Prone to counter-surfing and stealing food (they're taller than you'd expect when stretched out)
  • Can be aloof with strangers and may take time to warm up to new people
  • Separation anxiety is common — they're social dogs who hate being alone

Whippet owners love the duality of their dog — a total couch potato one minute, then a 60km/h missile chasing a rabbit the next. If your Whippet has selective hearing the moment they spot a cat, shakes like a leaf during storms, or insists on sleeping under the doona with you, that's quintessential Whippet behaviour. They're gentle souls who respond best to patient, trust-based training that respects their sensitive nature.

Greg - Whippet dog training
Evie - Whippet dog training
Summer - Whippet dog training
Bertie - Whippet dog training
Stitch - Whippet dog training
Jimmy - Whippet dog training

Whippet Training Options

Whether your Whippet 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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Whippet (and others) Success Stories

Sammy
Harrier • Castlemaine
★★★★★ Google
"This is the second dog we have trained through Nat. Her calmness and her attention to detail is what we love. She is extremely patient with us which can be a huge help when we feel like we are failing. Our dogs are happier and there was no punishing or upsetting with any of our dogs so they still love us and there is no fear just respect and love. We appreciate Nat and her commitment beyond words and we have and will continue to recommend her to any and all who listen."

Britney Lightbody

Harrier dog training in Castlemaine
Barney
Dingo x Acd • Romsey
★★★★★ Google
"I began fostering a rescue dog in July 2022 and knew I would need some help with 'Barney'. I found Natalie online and have booked twice now to get help and training with Barney who was initially severely car reactive and pulled excessively on his lead on walks. I love Natalie's approach, methods and her natural ability and skill set which helps owners and their dogs live a happy and calm life. Can't recommend Natalie highly enough!"

Rachel Cuthbert

Dingo x Acd dog training in Romsey
Cavoodle • Riddells Creek
★★★★★ Google
"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

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Some of the Whippets (and others) We've Trained

Greg Whippet dog training
Greg Gisborne
Evie Whippet dog training
Evie Kyneton
Summer Whippet dog training
Summer Castlemaine
Bertie Whippet dog training
Bertie New Gisborne
Stitch Whippet dog training
Stitch Gisborne
Jimmy Whippet dog training
Jimmy Kyneton
Willa Whippet dog training
Willa Brunswick
Walter Dobermann dog training
Walter Monegeetta
Ivy Standard Poodle dog training
Ivy Romsey
Nori Standard Poodle dog training
Nori Trentham

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