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Our story





Pawsitive Connection is the combination of more than 70 years experience in dog training and animal behaviour. Our staff are highly skilled and cover a range of specialities including feline and canine behaviour, canine nutrition and wellness, dog sports training and dog manners training. Pawsitive is a locally owned and run business in Brisbane and is here to help you and your pets.



Our vision





Our vision is to see all pets happy and healthy and reaching their full potential. We love all animals and know that with the right skills to train them, patience and commitment, your pet can be its very best.



Meet the Pawsitive Team



Whilst all of our team are highly skilled and certified in canine training, each professional member has specialised in advanced areas of animal care that appeal to them. Please have a read about what each of our founding owners passions are.



Anne Hardacre



Wellness and Nutrition



Anne has over 13 years of experience in canine behaviour and dog sports and specialises in canine nutrition and wellbeing. Her unique holistic approach ensures lifelong physical, mental and emotional wellness for her client's pets.


Assoc. Dip Applied Science (Animal Science)

CPDT-KA (CCPDT)

Certificate in Small Animal Nutrition (NCTM)

Fear Free Certified Professional

Pet Professional Guild Australia - Dog Training Professional Member

IAABC Supporting Member


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Nicola Westerweel



Canine Behaviour



Families keep coming back to Nicola for help with their new four legged family members. Nicola has over 20 years experience in canine behaviour and training.


Diploma of Canine Behaviour Science (CASI)

CPDT-KA (CCPDT)

Fun Scent Games Level 1 Instructor (Dognostics)

Pet Professional Guild Australia - Dog Training Professional Member



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Rachael Haines



Canine Sports



Rachael has over 19 years of experience in canine behaviour. She is also our resident expert in all things dog sports. She has been training and competing in Flyball for over 15 years. She is currently working towards her Diploma in Holistic Animal Behaviour, TTouch practitioner and Fun Scent Games level 1 instructor.


Pet Professional Guild Australia - Dog Training Professional Member


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Ros Taber



Feline Behaviour & TTouch



Ros has decades of experience in a broad range of both cat and dog behaviour, dog sports, tellington touch and scent games. Ros inspires many clients to develop a passion for their animals, in all areas of her expertise.


Dip. FBST (CASI)

CPDT-KA (CCPDT)

Fun Scent Games Level 1 Instructor (Dognostics)

Tellington Touch Practitioner 1

Pet Professional Guild Australia - Dog Training Professional Member


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Professional Accreditations & Memberships



All of our trainers are highly accredited.



*** Disclaimer. Please note that not all trainers have all qualifications. Please see individual profiles for more information.***


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Brisbane & Surrounding Suburbs