Struggling with Your Dog’s Training? We Can Help.

Pulling on the lead? Ignoring commands? Jumping on guests or losing focus? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

At Mindfulness4dogs, Postgraduate Qualified Clinical Animal Behaviourist Darran Rowe uses science-backed, force-free methods to transform chaos into calm. No shock collars, no punishment—just clear communication, positive reinforcement, and real-life training that works.

We’ll help with:
✅ Loose-lead walking
✅ Reliable recall
✅ Impulse control
✅ Focus in busy places
✅ Calm manners and greetings

Private sessions are tailored to your dog’s unique needs—whether puppy or adult—so you get real progress and a stronger bond.

No stress. No force. Just mindful, effective training. Let’s bring out your dog’s best self.

Struggling with Your Dog’s Behaviour? We Can Help.

Pulling on the lead? Ignoring commands? Jumping on guests or losing focus? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

At Mindfulness4dogs, Clinical Animal Behaviourist Darran Rowe uses science-backed, force-free methods to transform chaos into calm. No shock collars, no punishment—just clear communication, positive reinforcement, and real-life training that works.

We’ll help with:
✅ Loose-lead walking
✅ Reliable recall
✅ Impulse control
✅ Focus in busy places
✅ Calm manners and greetings

Private sessions are tailored to your dog’s unique needs—whether puppy or adult—so you get real progress and a stronger bond.

No stress. No force. Just mindful, effective training. Let’s bring out your dog’s best self.

 

Exploratory Call

Free


  • A 15-minute phone chat to discuss your dog’s needs and see how we can help.
  • No cost. No pressure. Just friendly, expert advice.
  • Consultations can be booked personally with me during this call.

 

Silver Training

$150


  • 60 minute training session
  • Held at our training centre in Stratford.
  • Accompanying handouts
  • Deposit paid on booking

Please read T&C’s before booking

 

Gold Training

$250


  • 2 hours training sessions
  • Held at your home or local park
  • Online support material
  • Travel charged separately
  • Deposit paid on booking

Please read T&C’s before booking

Travel Expenses Guidelines

Taranaki Expenses

  • New Plymouth – $25
  • Waitara – $25
  • Inglewood – $20
  • Eltham – $10
  • Hāwera – $20
  • Wanganui – $50

Waikato Expenses

  • Ngāruawāhia – $30
  • Hamilton – $20
  • Cambridge – $15
  • Te Awamutu – $25
  • Morrinsville – $20

N.B. Specific travel expenses will be based on your actual address, and shown on your invoice.

Terms and Conditions (T&C's)

Mindfulness4dogs Limited – Dog Training & Behavioural Consultation Services (New Zealand)

1. Booking and Deposit

  • A non-refundable deposit of $100 NZD is required to secure your session booking.
  • Your booking is only confirmed once this deposit has been received.

2. Rescheduling Policy

  • You may reschedule your session up to 3 days (72 hours) prior to your booked appointment, subject to availability.
  • Reschedule requests must be made in writing (email, text, or messenger accepted).
  • Sessions cannot be rescheduled within 3 days of the appointment and will be considered as confirmed.

3. Cancellations and No-Shows

  • Cancellations made after the 3-day rescheduling window are non-refundable.
  • If you do not attend the session and have not made prior contact, no refund will be issued and your deposit will be forfeited.
  • Exceptions may be made at the discretion of Mindfulness4dogs in the event of an emergency.

4. Payment Terms

  • An invoice will be issued for the remaining balance, including any travel charges (if applicable).
  • Full payment is due on or before the invoice due date and must be made via the Stripe payment link provided on the invoice or by bank transfer.

    Please note: As many of our behavioural consultations require travel, appointments will not be confirmed unless payment has been received in full prior to the scheduled session. This ensures travel arrangements are made efficiently and fairly for all clients. Thank you for your understanding.

5. Travel Charges

  • Travel fees may apply for sessions held outside of Stratford areas. These will be clearly stated on your invoice before your session and in the Travel Expenses section on the website.

6. Client Responsibility

  • Clients must be present and available for the session at the agreed time and location.
  • Please ensure your dog is present, secure, and accessible.
  • If the client is not present and no communication has been made prior, the session will be considered a no-show.

7. Acceptance of Terms

  • By paying the deposit, you acknowledge and accept these terms and conditions.
  • Mindfulness4dogs reserves the right to update these terms as needed.

Kate and Hemp’s training journey

Darran is an amazing trainer i highly recommended him! we have a Siberian Husky x Border Collie Blue Merle. basically he is a handful. We decided to try and train him ourselves but he soon became too much to handle. In one session Darren calmed him down completely! His method of training is the best I’ve seen and you won’t be disappointed!!!
Holy Bewick

My husband and I had our first session today with our 1 year old Staffy and we were mindblown by how unique, calm and not to mention effective our session was and what max and ourselves achieved in such a small time. 100% worth it. Best experience ever! Darran is amazing at what he does.
Kylie McArthur