ABOUT CLEVER CANINE CO.
We are a team made up of 3 dog lovers: Brigitte, Sarah and Michaela. At Clever Canine Co., we believe in training the dog in front of us. Every dog is unique, and so are their needs. Our mission is to help dogs learn more desirable behaviours, reduce unwanted ones, and empower owners to communicate clearly and confidently with their canine companions.
Between us, we share 20+ years of experience with dogs and their care including:
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Pet retail
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Veterinary nursing
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Doggy daycare management and attendants
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Dog grooming
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Pet retail
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Fostering dogs
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Responsible breeding
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Rescue centres​
We’ve personally owned and fostered reactive dogs, working breeds, large breeds, and raised a few puppies — so we truly understand the day-to-day challenges of living with a “handful” of a dog.
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Alongside working with clients, we’ve trained under leading mentors, practised a wide range of methodologies.
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Our training programs are rooted in science-backed techniques such as counter-conditioning, desensitisation, enrichment, and confidence-building, helping to improve your dog’s behaviour and emotional wellbeing. We teach you how to build a strong, clear communication system with your dog — the foundation of every great relationship.​​
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We can't wait to meet you and your clever canine.
-Brigitte, Sarah and Michaela <3
MEET BRIGITTE
I’m Brigitte, one of the trainers here at Clever Canine Co. I originally trained as a veterinary nurse, but everything changed after welcoming my dog Archer into my life. When Archer began showing reactive behaviours, I realised I wanted to work not just on dogs’ physical health, but on their emotional wellbeing too. That experience led me to shift my career into dog training, where I could focus on confidence-building, behaviour change, and clear communication. With my new knowledge about the training side of dog ownership, Archer and I went on to earn a Trick Title together - a milestone I’m incredibly proud of. Today, I’m passionate about helping dogs and their humans feel calmer, more connected, and more confident in real-world situations.
MEET SARAH
Sarah has spent her whole life working hands-on with dogs, starting out with the RSPCA in New Zealand at just 14 years old, and continuing that work here in Queensland with both the RSPCA and AWL, alongside multiple other organisations. She's worked across almost every corner of the industry-daycares, veterinary clinics, and a wide variety of training styles and methods.
Over time, Sarah found herself gravitating toward a more holistic way of working with dogs. She looks at the whole picture: a dog's routine, rest, nervous system, nutrition, lifestyle, and the relationship they share with their humans.
MEET MICHAELA
Michaela's journey into dog training began with her background as an
ANKC registered Rottweiler breeder, where she acquired a deep understanding of canine temperament and responsible breeding. While additionally working as a primary school teacher, she discovered a passion for training through her own pet dog, realising how rewarding clear communication and positive learning could be.
This interest grew further while working alongside trainers Sarah and BrigItte, whose guidance and expertise helped shape her skills.
Combining her educational background with hands-on canine experience, Michaela now brings a calm, structured and compassionate approach to dog training.