Direct K9 Weekender 17-19 July
Dog Events in Melbourne, Brisbane & Adelaide | 17–19 July 2026 If you’re looking for something to do with your dog this weekend, we’ve rounded up verified dog events across Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide. This week’s guide includes social walks, championship shows, canine sports, a Guide Dogs open day and […]
Dog Weekender 10-12 July
It’s finally Friday (or already). We’ve researched and verified dog events across Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide, from championship shows and sporting events through to dog-friendly social outings and markets: Melbourne Dutch Shepherd Dog Club of Victoria Shows Friday 10 July The Dutch Shepherd Dog Club of Victoria hosts both an […]
What to Expect During Your First In-Home Dog Training Consultation
Inviting a dog trainer into your home for the first time can feel a little daunting, especially if you’re dealing with behavioural issues that have become frustrating or overwhelming. Many owners worry they’ll be judged, or that they’ll be expected to spend hours every day training their dog. With Direct […]
Dog Weekender 3-5 July
Despite being mighty cold down south this weekend, there are a number of things you and your dog can get out and do in Adelaide and Melbourne – and for the sun lovers, Brisbane also has some great options. Melbourne 🐾 Paws & Pints Dog Lovers Social Saturday 4 July […]
Why In-Home Dog Training Delivers Better Behavioural Outcomes
When dog owners begin looking for professional training, it’s common to focus on obedience. Teaching a dog to sit, stay or walk nicely on lead certainly has its place, but for many families, those aren’t the behaviours causing day-to-day frustration. Problems such as excessive barking, anxiety, reactivity, destructive behaviour, poor […]
Dog Weekender 26-28 June
Looking for something to do with your dog this weekend? We’ve researched and verified dog-related events across Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide to help you plan your weekend with confidence. From championship dog shows and agility competitions to guided park walks and community markets, there’s something for competitors, dog lovers and […]
Critical Puppy Development Milestones
Why early inputs matter more than most people realise There’s a common line that gets thrown around in dog training that it’s never too late to train a dog. That’s true in the sense that behaviour can always be worked on and improved. But it’s not how we tend to […]
Evening Zoomies
Puppy Overstimulation and Evening Chaos If your puppy seems to unravel in the evening, you are not alone. The day can feel manageable. There are naps, a bit of training, some play, maybe a walk. Then late afternoon hits and everything shifts. The biting ramps up, the zoomies take over, […]
Dog Weekender 27-29 March
The Direct K9 Dog Weekender is a weekly snapshot of what’s happening in the dog world across Brisbane, Adelaide and Melbourne, combining relevant updates in behaviour and welfare with a small number of verified events you can attend with your dog. Dog News This Week Oldest genetic evidence for domestic […]
USDA Dog Welfare Review
Regulators in the United States are beginning to define what dog welfare actually looks like in practice. A new federal review is asking detailed questions about breeding, exercise and socialisation, signalling a shift from broad principles to measurable standards for commercial dog operations.