

Call: 1300 225 559
Martin for Specialist Dog Training: 0411 530 861
or Jade for Behavioural Dog Training: 0437204191

Specialist Dog Training
This division of our company provides K9 related services to international government, commercial, industry and educational organisations. We offer unparalleled levels of specialist dog training, handler training and canine trainer training utilising our 30 plus years experience in the K9 industry , our trainers are all from either military or police backgrounds and the knowledge and proven experience is invaluable. Our canine handler and trainer education programs are also backed by our expertise in the specialist dog training fields. The K9 Centre’s specialist dog training division offers top level education for detection and protection / police dog training services to Australia and international clients.
The K9 Centre Australia is capable of assisting clients on an national and international basis who wish to have their own Detection Dog units for law enforcement, emergency response, military or private use. We are also leaders in and have extensive experience in the training of police, general purpose and crowd control dogs.
Specialist Working Principals
- General Purpose Police Dogs
- Security Patrol Dogs
- Family | Executive Protection Dogs
- Drug Detection Dogs
- Explosives / Bomb Detection Dogs
- Arson Dogs
- Cadaver Dogs
- Termite Detection Dogs
The K9 Centre is a family owned and operated Dog training Company with over 33 years experience in the Specialist Dog Training Industry.
All of our dog trainers are experienced and are trained and guided by Martin Dominick who has 33+ years of dog training experience in both the Military with working dogs and the Civilian Dog Training field with Obedience and Behavioural Dog Training if you have a question about dog training don’t hesitate to ask …. it may not be as bad as you think.
For further information about our Specialist Dog Training call Martin Direct on +61 411530861

Detection Dogs and Detection Dog Services
We provide trained detection dogs to government and private entities on a worldwide basis. We can implement a dog into one dog company or developing fully integrated K-9 Units.
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Police Dogs & Police and Protection Dog Training
We train and have extensive experience in the training of Police dogs, Prison dogs, Security dogs and Personal Protection dogs both nationally and internationally.
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Cleo from the RSPCA
Dear K9 Centre 🙂 We would just like to say thank you so much for all your help and support with Cleo. As you know we got Cleo from the RSPCA Queensland at nine months old. She had major anxiety issues which stopped her eating and she tried with some success… We did it THANKYOU for Continue Reading
MS
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Training out Dalmatian – Barney
I just wanted to thank you again for training my almost four year old pure breed dalmatian Barney. My husband and I bought Barney from the RSPCA Brisbane where we found out that he was a ‘black tag’ dog meaning that he had either been abused, given up or neglected. It was love a first Continue Reading
Joanne and Anthony Gatley
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My beautiful Red Doberman
When I received Pryda, my beautiful red Doberman puppy on my 18th birthday, I resolved to be the perfect owner. Armed with every book, article, and tutorial I could get my hands on, I thought I was set. Unfortunately, each one had a completely different idea about what was the correct way to train a Continue Reading
Katelyn and Pryda Robina, Gold Coast Queensland
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My German Shepherd Dog – Nando
I am 67 and retired in December 2010. I bought a dog from a S.A. trainer who told me Nando was 2cm too tall. I met her in Melbourne where she was attending a show and took Nando, he was a beautiful dog, quiet, wary and beautiful. I put him in the car and he Continue Reading
Dianne Elliott South Brisbane, Queensland
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Training both of our Dogs with The K9 Centre
My husband and I had been talking about getting some dog training for quite some time. We wanted one-on-one training rather than group training but really didn’t know where to start looking. Then we heard about The K9 Centre on Nova. I called them up and within a couple of hours had a return call Continue Reading
Gemma & Ryan Cullen Brisbane, Queensland
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Nani our Beautiful Dog
I would just like to say thank you from myself and my family on the wonderful work that you have done with Nani over the past couple of months. From an anxious and at times aggressive dog to the relaxed dog that I see today is something that I never thought I would see. I Continue Reading
Ashley Becker Brisbane Queensland
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Training Elliot the Boxer
Our sincere thanks to the K9 Centre for the training, advice and support given to us and our boxer Elliot. Their service was efficient and professional and we highly recommend their services. They are, and still are, available at any time via phone or email, to answer and advise on any concerns we may have Continue Reading
DT Brisbane South, Queensland
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Rufus is going GREAT!
Rufus is going GREAT! Honestly your program was so worth the money & the effort to get him there. Actually I have given your name & contact details to a client of mine who has two large & out of control dogs the same age as Rufus. I do hope he contacts you. His name Continue Reading
Wendy Zerbst Sunshine Coast Queensland
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Dog Training for Rocky and Bailey
Thank you so much for the training and education you have provided for Rocky and Bailey. It has been a very worthwhile exercise not only for the animals but also for our understanding of the psychology of dogs and in turn identifying behaviours and how to effectively respond to problems. It has and will continue Continue Reading
Darren, Patricia and Flor Highgate Hill Queensland
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1 Year Old Crusoe
We have recently completed our K9 Home Smart dog training program. We started with a dog that was very over excited around other dogs and people making it almost impossible for us to take him outside for a walk or visit friends. This problem was escalating out of control and making everyone quite unhappy having Continue Reading
Marti and Brad North Brisbane, Queensland
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Buddy our 3 yr old Golden Labrador
Thank you so very much for all your help with Buddy, our 3 year old golden Labrador. When I brought Buddy home, he was uncontrollable and I didn’t know where to start with him. He was so lively and unmanageable. Taking him for a walk was a nightmare. After going through your training program the Continue Reading
Vickie Pollock Gold Coast, Queensland
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Separation Anxiety with our 4 yr old Cocker Spaniel
The K9 Centre has been fantastic in assisting us with improving our dog’s behavioural issues. From our first meeting, our trainer was friendly, professional and very knowledgeable about reducing separation anxiety in our 4-year-old cocker spaniel. We started with the basics such as sit and stay through to crate training which has really helped ease Continue Reading
Christian & Aimee Banyo, QLD
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Loved our Dog Training Session again today!
“I can’t thank you enough for what you’ve taught me.I would recommend you to any one who needs good training..thankyou” And also: “Loved our training session again today,you really are transforming my dogs.I would happily recommend you to anyone
Karen Peach Caringbah, Sydney NSW
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Rocky The Cavoodle
I have never had a dog before and The K9 Centre has helped us to start our life with Rocky on the right foot. They have given us the skills and confidence to help shape Rocky into the kind of dog we would like him to be. They Have been very hands on, helpful and Continue Reading
Danielle and James Moss Cronulla, New South Wales
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Puppy Training with Buddy the German Shepherd
The trainers from the K9 Centre were extremely professional and knew exactly what they were talking about. They showed great interest in my dog and helping me learn more. Thank you sooo much….Buddy and I both learnt a lot! I would recommend their services. Alison McNamara, Buddy, GSD PuppySmart Program ________________________________________________
Alison McNamara Revesby, New South Wales
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Naughty Phoebe
We can’t thank K9 enough for helping us with our dog Phoebe. Prior to training, we couldn’t walk Phoebe on a lead as she pulled too hard. Our trainer provided us with techniques and methods on how to train with Phoebe, answering our questions and providing direction. After just 2 lessons and lots of homework, Continue Reading
Ken and Cath Strathpine, Brisbane Queens
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Training a Bulldog Puppy !!!
I just wanted to say a HUGE thank you to The K9 Centre for their life saving training! My husband and I have a bulldog pup who we love dearly but unfortunately we were at our wits ends on trying to train him with things i had read online or the techniques we learnt at Continue Reading
Amanda Sydney, New South Wales
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2 Training our year old Australian Bulldog
Having recently obtained a 2 year old Australian Bulldog who was well loved, though had absolutely no obedience training whatsoever, the results were evident from Day 1. The techniques The K9 Centre used and taught us have given us a massive platform to continue with and the behaviour of our little guy has improved out Continue Reading
Rob & Amanda James Mt Nathan, Qld.
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Martin – Best Dog Trainer In Australia
I found Martin and the K9 Centre training amazing and very easy to implement into my life. Awesome I just cant believe the change!
Barb Logan South Brisbane, QLD
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My German Shepherds
I am very thankful to the K9 centre dog training as they have trained me to be able to take control of my beautiful girl Kya. She now walks well and is very happy knowing I am in control of her. Kya is 8 years old so the old saying ” one cannot teach an Continue Reading
Sandy F Gold Coast, Queensland
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Our Dog Trainer Martin!
“Martin is our trainer. He has the ability to remove the frustration we were having with our dog and deliver a program that suited our busy lifestyle. He wont mince his words and has a way to make you realize your inner dog trainer.”
Olga Freestone Brisbane Queensland
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12 month old German Shepherd Bear
We would just like to thank you for all the help you have given us with our 12 month old German Shepherd Bear. Before we started the HomeSmart training Bear was a highly strung dog that we were unable to socialize. We believed that we had lost control over his actions. From the first lesson Continue Reading
Bianca and Mitchell Kay Warana, Sunshine Coast
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Training with Maisy is awesome!
Maisy is fantastic! She really is a changed dog. Yesterday we had a break through with the postman, for the first time she never barked or even got off her bed. She sits and stays without the lead and is generally a calmer dog all round. It was a pleasure yesterday to go out in Continue Reading
Barb McDonald Obi Obi, Sunshine Coast
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Bear is a 11 month old German Shepherd
Bear is a 11 month old German Shepherd who is very clever and full of life. I was finding him very hard to train and to get to behave on command. After spending a little bit of time researching ways to train my dog I came across the K9 Centre Australia website and found the Continue Reading
Hannah Twist Logan, Gold Coast
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Labrodor Puppy Jadie
My Labrador pup Jadie has been undertaking the K9 Centre PuppySmart Program since she was 3 months old. After just 1 lesson she is doing remarkably well and has already mastered the basic commands sit, stay, drop and come. The K9 Centre training provides the foundation skills for dogs and their owners using gentle, respectful Continue Reading
Susan Bryce Obi Obi, Sunshine Coast
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12 month old German Shepherd Bear
We would just like to thank you for all the help you have given us with our 12 month old German Shepherd Bear. Before we started the HomeSmart training Bear was a highly strung dog that we were unable to socialize. We believed that we had lost control over his actions. From the first lesson Continue Reading
Bianca and Mitchell Kay Warana, Sunshine Coast
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New Testimonial – July 12, 2019, 3:12 pm
Thanks I find your dog training techniques just amazing. You are a true as Ive read “Dog Whisperer”. Things are looking better everyday no more anxiety and no more peeing inside. I cant believe the change in my boys. Thankyou
Amy B Narangba, Queensland
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New Testimonial – July 12, 2019, 12:34 pm
Thanks guys for the invaluable advice. I cant thankyou enough.
Jan Murray
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