Top Dog Academy

Top Dog Academy is a professional sports club located in the beautiful coastal town of Tweed Heads, in the Tweed Shire region of Northern NSW. With over 40 years of dog handling experience, the academy offers a range of services including obedience training, behavioural modification, and puppy preschool.

Rhonda Robinson, the founder of Top Dog Academy, is a nationally accredited trainer with a certificate III in Dog Training and Behaviour. She specialises in obedience training and behavioural modification for all types of canines, from puppies to mature dogs. Rhonda has acquired the latest training methods from the National Dog Training Federation (NDTF), Australia's only government accredited and nationally recognised course, ensuring that clients receive up-to-date information and training techniques.

At Top Dog Academy, training methods are kept current through continuous education. Rhonda studies with world champion obedience trainers such as Susan Garrett and attends seminars hosted by renowned trainers like Kamal Fernandez from the UK and Steve Davies from Australia. This commitment to learning and growth ensures that clients receive effective and innovative training solutions.

The academy offers a variety of training programmes to cater to different needs. Puppy preschool is available for puppies aged 8 weeks to 16 weeks, providing essential socialisation and basic obedience training. Dog obedience classes are held for dogs aged 16 weeks and above, focusing on essential obedience skills in a group setting. Online training options are also available for those who cannot attend in-person sessions.

Top Dog Academy also offers training trips, which are intense 1-hour one-on-one sessions with specific training requirements. Walking and socialising sessions are available, including a coffee meet-up at the end for café etiquette practise, providing a great opportunity to meet like-minded dog owners. Private training sessions are available for addressing specific problematic behaviours and creating a customised training plan. Additionally, the academy offers a unique “Stay, Play, and Train” service, where dogs can receive overnight care and training at the Top Dog Academy HQ.

Clients choose Top Dog Academy for several reasons. Firstly, Rhonda's national accreditation ensures a high level of professionalism and expertise. Secondly, the academy has been serving the Tweed Coast community for over 13 years, building a solid reputation and a loyal client base. Lastly, Top Dog Academy has received numerous 5-star reviews from past clients, showcasing the effectiveness and satisfaction of their services.

For more information or to get in touch with Top Dog Academy, Rhonda Robinson can be contacted through phone or email. The academy is committed to providing professional solutions to unwanted behaviour and helping clients build a strong and positive relationship with their furry companions.