Matthew  is a professional dog trainer and former Australian Army Combat Engineer with specialist experience in Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and Explosive Detection Dog (EDD) handling.

With years of operational military experience working alongside high-performance working dogs in high-stakes environments, Matthew brings discipline, structure, and clarity to every training program he designs.

He holds a Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training, combining formal education with real-world application.

His approach is holistic—considering the dog’s environment, genetics, mental state, and relationship with its handler—while firmly grounded in positive reinforcement principles.

Matthew believes that clear communication, trust, and consistency are the foundations of any strong dog-human partnership.

Whether working with family pets or performance-driven working dogs, his focus is always on building confident, reliable dogs through ethical, reward-based methods.