Where dogs
want to learn
Happy owners, happy dog: CLEAR clients Adrian, Cath and puppy Archie.
Where dogs
want to learn
Happy owners, happy dog:
CLEAR clients Adrian, Cath and puppy Archie.
Training with CLEAR
Good dog training should make life easier, calmer and more enjoyable — for dogs and their owners.
Since 2001, CLEAR Dog Training has helped thousands of Brisbane owners understand their dogs, solve problems and build good habits that last. We work with puppies and family pets, from the everyday challenges of manners, walking and recall to more difficult behaviour.
Head trainer Caroline Strainig brings years of hands-on experience to every session. She trains and competes with her own dogs too, so training isn’t just something she teaches — it’s part of everyday life.
At CLEAR, we’re not interested in turning every dog into a robot. We want dogs that listen because they understand what’s being asked, owners who know how to communicate with them, and relationships that are better because of it.
Clear communication. Better habits. Happier lives together.


Caroline with her Border Collie, Lockie, as a puppy at Pups in the Park in Wynnum.
Our most popular option
The CLEAR Foundation Package
A great place to start — whether you have a new puppy, need help with everyday manners or have a problem you’d like to sort out.
Two personalised one-to-one sessions give you practical strategies for your dog, your home and your lifestyle — and the skills to keep making progress long after the sessions are over.
From $250 ($225 on special until the end of September)


CLEAR clients come in all shapes and sizes.
Looking for something else?
- Single-session assessments
- Follow-up training
- Walk & Train
- Dog sports training
What our clients say

“We have just returned from a weekend in Warwick for the Jumpers & Jazz Festival where the girls managed crowds, LOTS of other dogs and even Cafe dining. Thanks again for the tools, knowledge and support to enable us to have a great weekend away with our girls.”
Google review ★★★★★— owner of Lilly & Honey
Training Tips
Practical training advice for real dogs, real people and everyday life.
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How to build the perfect recall
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