Balanced & holistic

Dog Training
Port Douglas

🐾 At Port Paws Dog Training, We Focus on the Whole Dog 🐾

At Port Paws, we believe in supporting your dog’s overall well-being — not just their behaviour, but also their diet, lifestyle, and emotional health.

Our group classes, private lessons, and tailored training programs are designed to create a positive and rewarding experience for both dog and owner — because every dog is unique, and your training journey should be too.

Meet the Trainer

Michelle Syrett is the head trainer and owner of Port Paws Dog Training, in Port Douglas.

She combines her love for dogs with her passion for training, to provide focused outcomes for the overall wellbeing of your dog.

Dog Training Classes

Group classes are a fantastic way to spend time with your dog. Learn ways to enhance your dog training skills, teach your dog to be social and more.
There is no need to wait, you can join our on-going classes at anytime!

Private Sessions

Suited to those who prefer a more personal approach or require a customised dog training program for behaviour or obedience challenges.

We can provide personalised training to suit you and your dog's needs.

"For me, a dog trainer should be open minded, curious to learn, adaptive, a quick thinker, patient and respectful of the dog's feelings and emotions as well as its motivation to work, and Michelle is all of the above."

"Michelle's training approach to our pup is perfect and exactly what we need! She's given us more confidence when we take our pup out and about and it's grown our relationship with him too! She's been amazing to deal with and it's a bonus that our boy loves her visits too! Thank you 🙂 "

"If you're wondering whether you would benefit from doing some training with your dog....Do it! Its a wonderful thing to do and builds for a great bond between you and your dog. I really cant recommend Michelle Blackman enough. 🙂 "

"I highly recommend Michelle as a dog trainer. With her professional help, I found not only did I have a focused pup but my relationship with Buster and his behaviour in general has improved significantly. Her training is a worthwhile investment. Thanks Michelle "

Dog Training

Build everyday skills and better manners with group classes or personalised one-on-one training, tailored for you and your dog’s needs.

Puppy Development

Give your puppy a confident start with practical guidance on good habits, socialisation and essential skills through group classes or private training.

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MEADOW RIDGE K9 ENRICHMENT

Give your dog a day of exploration, enrichment and learning in our farm-style environment.

With opportunities to follow their natural instincts, socialise safely and enjoy purposeful activities, there’s something for every dog to discover.