Taking a Mindful Approach to Dog Training
If you’re having issues with your dog and are looking for dog training and behavioural advice in New Plymouth, Inglewood, Stratford, Eltham, Hawera, Hamilton, Cambridge then Mindfulness4dogs can help. We simply take the mystery out of communicating with your dog. We offer private training and behavioural consultations .
We also cover the rest of New Zealand with our online consultations and online dog training courses.
If you’re having issues with your dog and are looking for dog training and behavioural advice in New Plymouth, Inglewood, Stratford, Eltham, Hawera, Hamilton, Cambridge then Mindfulness4dogs can help. We simply take the mystery out of communicating with your dog. We offer private training and behavioural consultations .
We also cover the rest of New Zealand with our online consultations and online dog training courses.
Teach your Dog Online the Mindful way.
Online dog training offers the ultimate convenience for busy pet owners, allowing you to learn and practice from the comfort of your home. With access to expert guidance and tailored advice, you can address your dog’s specific needs in real-time. Online sessions provide flexibility to fit into your schedule, reducing the stress of traveling to in-person classes.
Perfect for dogs of all ages and stages, this modern approach fosters a stronger bond with your dog through positive reinforcement techniques you can implement right away. Plus, online resources are always available for reference, ensuring ongoing success.
“Success through communication and connection.”
Darran Rowe, CAB PGDip(equiv), Bsc (Hons), PGCE – Clinical Animal Behaviourist
Darran has been featured on :
“Success through communication and connection.”
Darran Rowe, CAB PGDip(equiv), Bsc (Hons), PGCE – Clinic Animal Behaviourist
Darran has been featured on :
Working Alongside Your Veterinarian
I am a small animal veterinarian graduated in 2003 from Massey University, New Zealand. I first met Darran Rowe from Mindfulness 4 Dogs in 2020 while working for CareVets Hamilton. I first enlisted Darran for help with my own dog, Rocky, after an out of character incident during Covid 19 Lockdown. I was incredibly impressed by Darran’s calm, patient and gentle manner with both my dogs. With Darran’s guidance I learned so much more about my dogs individual personalities and forged a stronger bond with both dogs. Rocky changed from a timid, depressed dog to a happier and more confident version of his previous self prior to the incident.
Since then I have not hesitated to recommend Darran to my clients and have appreciated the collaboration with Darran in helping me to better understand my patients and clients unique situations. Darran is very in tune with his canine “students” and very willing to recommend veterinary assessment for underlying issues like chronic pain or anxiety, to see if the dogs may benefit from behavioural medication so he can better get through to them.
It has been a pleasure working alongside Darran for the last 4 years and I still recommend my clients in Hamilton contact Darran and his Mindfulness4Dogs colleagues for online help and truly value their input.
Working Alongside Your Veterinarian
I am a small animal veterinarian graduated in 2003 from Massey University, New Zealand. I first met Darran Rowe from Mindfulness 4 Dogs in 2020 while working for CareVets Hamilton. I first enlisted Darran for help with my own dog, Rocky, after an out of character incident during Covid 19 Lockdown. I was incredibly impressed by Darran’s calm, patient and gentle manner with both my dogs. With Darran’s guidance I learned so much more about my dogs individual personalities and forged a stronger bond with both dogs. Rocky changed from a timid, depressed dog to a happier and more confident version of his previous self prior to the incident.
Since then I have not hesitated to recommend Darran to my clients and have appreciated the collaboration with Darran in helping me to better understand my patients and clients unique situations. Darran is very in tune with his canine “students” and very willing to recommend veterinary assessment for underlying issues like chronic pain or anxiety, to see if the dogs may benefit from behavioural medication so he can better get through to them.
It has been a pleasure working alongside Darran for the last 4 years and I still recommend my clients in Hamilton contact Darran and his Mindfulness4Dogs colleagues for online help and truly value their input.
Our Services
Private 1-1 Training
Behavioural Consults
Online Solutions
Becoming Bowlingual
In the timeless tale of human-dog companionship, we find ourselves connected by an age-old bond. From the pocket-sized and adorable to the large and fiercely protective, dogs come in all forms. Yet, beneath their diverse appearances lies a shared language—a way of communication that invites us to delve into the mindful art of understanding.
Picture it as unraveling the secrets of a new language, where only a fraction is expressed through words. The greater part of this canine communication is a dance of body language and gestures, a non-verbal dialogue that requires our attentive presence. It’s not an instinctive skill, so we embark on a journey of learning and practice.
The encouraging news is that we can all become fluent in ‘dog speak,’ especially when we start the learning process with our furry companions in their early days. Here comes the exciting part—becoming “Bowlingual®,” a term that encapsulates mastering the art of the doggy dialect. It’s like entering a realm where you and your dog seamlessly understand each other, transcending ordinary communication barriers.
But, here’s the catch—you need a guide, someone who not only comprehends the language but is adept at teaching it. Think of them as a mindfulness mentor, a linguist, and a behaviorist rolled into one, well-versed in the subtle cues of your canine companion.
So, imagine this as a voyage of discovery alongside your furry confidant. It’s not just about decoding words; it’s about forging an unspoken connection—a shared language of the heart. Together, in this mindful exploration, you and your dog become maestros of understanding, creating a bridge between human and canine experiences that transcends the ordinary, embracing the extraordinary journey of becoming Bowlingual.
Meet the Team
Darran Rowe
Papia Rowe
Tonka Watson
What Clients are saying about us…
TV / Radio Highlights
Don’t Use Laser Pointers with your Dog! – TVNZ
It’s all about Puppies – TV3
Latest Blogs
A Mindful approach to dog training
For years now I have called myself a Canine Behaviourist, which implies that when I work with dogs all I change or ‘correct’ is the behaviour of the dog. But in actual fact, given the mindful approach to the work I do, I should really call myself a ‘Dog's Emotional...
Modulating Social Behavior with Oxytocin: How does it work? What does it mean?
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Be More Dog – The human–canine relationship in contemporary dog- training methodologies
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