What people are saying about P.E.T.S…

I entered the PETS Education program with Amanda in August 2024. Red, my assistance dog in training, has been under her charge and we have learnt so much. As an old fella I have found each lesson rewarding and interesting. The fact that notes of each session are sent to you highlighting aspects of the session make it so easy to improve.

I look forward to each session if only reinforcing new learnt behaviour. Red my kelpie also enjoys these sessions and has become the companion I need and want.

I have no hesitation in recommending Amanda and her Pet Education Program.
– Michael

Nala, my Cavoodle and I have been training with Amanda from PETS for 1 year now. We are making steady progress thanks to Amanda’s amazing knowledge of dogs and their behaviour.

Amanda’s training is very thorough. From the training notes she provides after each session to her outstanding knowledge of the requirements for assistance dogs. Amanda is a joy to work with, offers a warm and supportive environment and is a very reliable and honest person.
– Kerri

Amanda Hayward has been training my girl Cricket with me for the past year. She is absolutely an incredible and gracious trainer who understands dogs and their potential. Any obstacle presented in training Amanda was able to find a new and easy route around, she never once doubted Cricket and never asked too much of her. Amanda is an amazing trainer and I can’t thank her enough for all she has done for me.
– Layla

Amanda is amazing at what she does. Making sure you’re set up for success from the beginning. Zahli has come so far with Amanda’s guidance, and we look forward to every visit.
– Ella Grace

From our first conversation, Amanda has made training our labradoodle stress free, uncomplicated, and tailored to our needs. She has such a great connection with both people and animals and her training plans are simple and very well organised.
– Robyn

Amanda is EXCEPTIONAL! Her advice is always spot on, and her knowledge and experience is unparalleled. Amanda practices what she preaches, so her methods are tried-and-true. We could not navigate this journey without her!
– Megan

I’m so grateful my trainer recommended P.E.T.S. I had gotten as far as I could with my trainer but needed to find someone in the region that could take us to the next level to certify my dog as an assistance dog. Meeting the P.E.T.S team for the first time I was nervous but that quickly dissipated with their warm demeanour. They were not militant trainers but trainers looking to bring out the best in both dog and handler.

Finding an organisation that could take us on board was challenging but then to find Amanda and Louise, who are not only local but brilliant, seemed a miracle. I’m so grateful for the work they put in, not just in our sessions but supporting us outside of our lessons. I know that they will stand up for our rights in public and in accessing places. I know that my well-being and the well-being of my dog are their priorities and I just can’t even express how much this freedom means to me.
– Kelly

My name is Tracey and I have been training with Amanda for almost 3 years.

I went through a long struggle of paperwork to be able to have support for my traumatic brain injury and other mental health issues to have backing by NDIS. This is where my journey started as I wanted to have my own Assistance Dog. To help me with day to day living.

With Amanda’s experience working with dogs and her understanding of a range of people with disabilities makes the whole thing worth it. Still every time I go out with my Assistance Dog “SHADOW” making my mental issues bare able. As we can’t hide from the World. Sometimes it is the community who needs to understand that these highly trained dogs are there to do their job. Thank you Amanda from the bottom of my heart. My life would not be the same without you and “Shadow”.

– Tracey

I have had Amanda as my trainer for about 7 months now. Amanda has been wonderful in helping me understand what and where I have been making mistakes in what my fur friend was trying to tell me, so we are now becoming more of a team. If you have a puppy or a trainee assistance dog like me, I can recommend you give Amanda a call. She will help you understand your dogs.
– Dale

Amanda’s dog training passion and knowledge is unsurpassable. She has great empathy for her clients which has allowed Team Coco to grow in confidence out in public.
– Louise

Team Baxter absolutely love our training sessions with Amanda! From the very first visit, she puts you completely at ease. Her positive training approach has set us up for success every step of the way. Training an assistance dog isn’t easy, but Amanda truly knows her stuff. I feel confident that Baxter and I are in the very best hands.
– Heather