Take the Lead

Canine Training

Take the Lead and build better bonds with your dogs through a positive training program with an Accredited Pet & Assistance Dog Trainer.

Take the Lead

Canine Training

Take the Lead Canine Training was first established as a registered Dog Training Business in Adelaide, South Australia, in 2004.
From 2011, after relocating to Queensland, Take the Lead Canine Training continues to service the local and surrounding Glasshouse Mountains region of South East Queensland.

Trainer and Operator

Tanya Forbes

Tanya has over 30 years experience in the animal industry; including as a Senior Service Dog Trainer and in a range of care industries as a Certified Senior Critical Care, Surgical Assistant and Anaesthetic Nurse in some outstanding Veterinary and Specialist hospitals including Australia Zoo.

Tanya Forbes

Tanya Forbes

Skills

  • Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training

  • Multiple Dog Training & behaviour disciplines

  • Assistance Dog Assessor & Trainer

  • Certified Veterinary Nurse

  • Certified Senior Critical Care Nurse

Experience

Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens

Tanya continues to broaden her knowledge and experience through professional development both nationally and internationally ensuring she is keeping up to date with the ever-changing training profession to guide her clientele to obtain maximum training results.

Services Provided

Take the Lead

Get in touch for all of your canine training needs:

  • Puppy Pre-School

  • Junior Puppy

  • Beginner Foundation

  • Private Lessons

  • Assistance Dog Training

Train - Don't Complain

Expert Guidance

Expert guidance for happy, well-behaved dogs — tailored to your lifestyle.Get in touch to book your first session, or find out more:

  • Puppy Pre-School: (8-16wks) Is your puppy ready to learn, play and grow? Join our fun and friendly puppy school designed to build confidence, teach essential skills and strengthen the bond between you and your pup.

  • Junior Puppy: (4-12mths) adolescence is often the most challenging time in your pup's development. Gain the knowledge & skills to grow into a well-rounded confident dog.

  • Beginner Foundation: (12+mths) Address common issues like lead pulling, jumping, recall and barking.

  • Private Lessons: Perfect for busy people unable to attend group training. Addresses the basic skills needed to build a healthy relationship with your dog.

Positive Training

Fun and REwarding

Training should be fun, stress-free, and rewarding for both dogs and owners. Take the Lead Canine Training uses positive reinforcement techniques to help your dog thrive.

Contact Me

Get in Touch

I'd love to hear from you about your furry friends and help build better bonds through positive training.