Welcome to Refreshing Paws Dog Training

šŸ“£ A Quick Update

I’m currently taking a short break from group dog classes and regular walks while recovering from surgery—but I’m still offering 1:1 dog training sessions!

🐾 Exciting news: Small group training classes are planned to return in September (hopefully with some warmer weather!).

🐶 Why the Change?

Earlier this year, I gave birth via C-section. On my first day out of the hospital, I took my newborn and 4-year-old to Blackwood Oval—and just my luck, I was knocked over by a dog.

I ended up with a fractured tibial plateau, and after surgery (including a metal plate and 12 screws), I’ve spent the year recovering and learning to walk again.

It’s been a big journey, but I’m so grateful for your patience and support. While group classes and walks are temporarily on hold, I’m very much available for 1:1 training and would love to help you and your dog.

Get in touch if you have any questions or would like to book a session!

Jess popped in twice daily with love, attention and care for our single cat while we needed to go out of town on short notice. Despite being shy to strangers, she'd won her over in no time. It was such peace of mind knowing (and seeing) Lily was being more than just kept clean and fed, but continuing a human connection. We came home to a veey relaxed content happy cat. The genuine care Jess has for animals and your pet is very clear to see. Happy to recommend Jess to anyone looking for a pop in visit.

Dionne S

Jess gave us the tools we needed to help us with our very eager puppy (he's a Golden Retriever). She was very patient and helpful. We highly recommend her.

Tony C.

Rufus (5 month old bordoodle) and I had a great one on one session with Jess.

She has helped us learn to heel, stop running out of the gate and improved our pulling when we see a park and this was all in 1 session. Rufus and I were both exhausted post! I have also signed up the classes to help develop and reinforce the great things we have learnt in our session.

Natasha D.