

July 18, 2025
Building Confidence and Purpose: How Assistance Dog Training Helps Young People Thrive
For young people navigating anxiety, overwhelm, or the lasting effects of lockdown, the journey back to confidence can feel impossible. But what if that journey had four legs and a wagging tail? Training an assistance dog doesn’t just build calm, structure, and life skills in the dog — it transforms the handler too. From reducing panic attacks to rebuilding daily routines and emotional resilience, assistance dog training is proving to be a powerful tool in helping young people thrive again. At Walkys, we’re proud to offer an NDIS-approved program that creates lasting impact — one paw at a time.

May 5, 2025
Feeding the Mind: How Nutrition and Fulfilment Shape Canine Behaviour
Your dog’s dinner bowl could be influencing far more than just their physical health. Emerging research highlights how nutrition and psychological fulfilment significantly shape canine behaviour, from aggression and anxiety to cognition and social interaction.

February 24, 2025
Unlock a Deeper Connection with Your Dog – Discover The Fulfilment Formula
Have you ever wondered if there’s more to dog training than just teaching tricks and enforcing obedience? At Walkys, we believe that raising a balanced dog is about nurturing a true partnership built on understanding, clarity, and fulfilment. That’s why we’re excited to introduce you to The Fulfilment Formula – Your Guide to Raising a Balanced Dog by Nath Morrison, available as a free download. A New Perspective on Dog Training In The Fulfilment Formula, Nath Morrison flips the script on traditional dog training. Rather than seeing your dog as a project to be fixed, the book invites you to...

February 13, 2025
How to Stop the Pull and Start the Walk You’ve Always Wanted
Sick of being dragged down the street every time you take your dog for a walk? You’re not alone. Leash pulling is one of the most frustrating challenges for dog owners—but the good news? It’s completely fixable. At Walkys Dog Training Academy, we don’t just teach dogs to stop pulling—we teach owners how to communicate clearly, set expectations, and create a walk that both human and dog enjoy. In this blog, we break down:✔ Why your dog pulls (and why it’s not their fault).✔ How reinforcement shapes behaviour—and how to use it to your advantage.✔ The exact step-by-step method to...