About Us – Cause For Paws
About Cause For Paws
Meet Ron – Your Expert Dog Behaviourist and Trainer
Ron, our experienced Dog Behaviourist and Trainer, brings over 39 years of dedicated research, study, and hands-on work with Canids—a group that includes wolves, jackals, coyotes, foxes, and, of course, domestic dogs.
At Cause For Paws, our mission is fueled by passion, experience, and a deep commitment to educating pet owners. We focus on building a deeper understanding of your dog’s behavior by using scientific, evidence-based, and respect-driven training methods. Our approach ensures the highest success rates and gives both you and your dog—whether a playful puppy or an adult—a strong foundation for a healthy, lasting relationship.
Why Early Training Matters
Your dog will hopefully be a part of your family for 9 to 16 years or more. Therefore, it’s essential to give them the best start possible. By conditioning them to their environment, teaching them how to respond to everyday stimuli, and offering consistent guidance early on, you’re setting them up for long-term success.
Moreover, by understanding and addressing even the smallest behavioral needs, you can create a lasting positive impact. It’s a small investment that leads to a lifetime of happiness, trust, and balance between you and your dog.
The Result?
You gain your dog’s trust and respect, and in return, enjoy the companionship of a well-behaved, socially adjusted, and emotionally balanced dog. As for your dog, they’ll thrive in a loving, secure, and forever home, just as nature intended.
Get Expert Dog Training in Sydney, Canberra and Snowy Monaro region with Cause For Paws – where science, compassion, and understanding meet.
Testimonials
We used to feed Kita, our Husky x Kelpie, normal dog food, or sometimes rice with meat etc that we usually got from the supermarket. She is 6 and……
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🐾 About Us – Cause For Paws
Meet Ron – Dog Behaviourist, Trainer, and Founder
My lifelong connection with dogs started when I was just a young boy. My father trained police and army dogs, preparing them for complex tasks like substance detection, search and rescue missions, criminal tracking, and perimeter protection. From him, I inherited not only knowledge, but a deep respect for dogs and their remarkable abilities.
Growing up surrounded by dogs—both professionally and at home—I quickly became fascinated by their intelligence, emotional connection with humans, and unwavering loyalty. They brought joy, stability, and a sense of purpose to my life. Even as a child, I understood why dogs are called man’s best friend.
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A Life Devoted to Dogs
After several years of service in the army—where I continued working with dogs—I migrated to Australia. Not long after arriving, I adopted a rescue puppy. Then another. They quickly became central to my life, offering companionship and purpose. Their eventual passing, however, brought immense grief. For two years, I couldn’t bring myself to adopt again.
That changed when two beautiful dogs entered my life. In their presence, the emotional pain began to fade. My heart healed. I reconnected not just with dogs, but also with memories of my childhood, my father, and the caring training environment that shaped me.
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The Birth of Cause For Paws
This emotional shift inspired me to create Cause For Paws. My mission is clear: to offer natural, breed-specific dog training based on respect, understanding, and results. I want to help others experience the same love and loyalty that dogs have given me throughout my life.
Real-World Knowledge and Field Experience
Over the years, I’ve dedicated myself to studying animal behavior and social structures—especially in wild canids like wolves. I spent nearly six years in the U.S. researching grey wolves in their natural environment. That experience, combined with over 39 years of hands-on dog training, helps me understand how dogs communicate, think, and respond.
This depth of knowledge lets me create powerful training strategies that actually work. I don’t just train dogs—I teach owners how to build lasting, respectful relationships with their pets.
📜 Qualifications
Certificate IV in Companion Animal Services
BACH BBeSt – U.S. (Companion Animal Science, Behaviour, Reproduction Technology, Wildlife Science)
MSc in Animal Science and Behaviour
MSc in Applied Ethology and Animal Biology
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🐶 Ready to Begin?
Whether you’re raising a new puppy or addressing challenging behaviour in an adult dog, I’m here to help.
👉 Explore Our Puppy Training programmes in Canberra and Snowy Monaro Region
👉 Contact Us Today to get started with respectful, results-driven dog training.