Low‑stress, choice‑based dog grooming and positive training for calmer, happier dogs
At Zen Den Trim and Train, we help anxious, sensitive, and reactive dogs feel safe through calm, choice‑based grooming and positive‑reinforcement training. Our gentle, fear‑free handling creates a peaceful environment where every dog is respected, understood, and supported at their own pace.
Serving Sunshine NSW, Bonnells Bay, Morisset, and the Lake Macquarie region, we offer stress‑free grooming, one‑on‑one training, behaviour‑focused walks, and enrichment‑based outings tailored to each dog’s emotional needs.
Whether your dog is anxious, reactive, nervous, or newly rescued, Zen Den provides holistic care for mind, body, and behaviour — a place where anxious dogs exhale, reactive dogs learn, and every dog is welcomed with patience, love, and understanding.
About the Trainer
Shana brings a uniquely qualified skillset to Zen Den Trim and Train, grounded in formal education, behaviour‑support experience, and advanced handling techniques.
With a professional background in behaviour support across both humans and animals, she has a deep, evidence‑based understanding of stress responses, emotional regulation, learning theory, and safe behaviour‑modification practices.
Shana holds recognised qualifications in Animal Studies and Professional Dog Grooming, enabling her to combine technical grooming proficiency with behaviour‑informed, low‑stress handling.
Her approach is shaped by current best‑practice principles in canine body language, fear‑free care, and positive‑reinforcement training. This clinical foundation allows her to work confidently with anxious, reactive, sensitive, and rescue dogs, ensuring every dog receives tailored support that prioritises safety, welfare, and emotional wellbeing.
Families across the Lake Macquarie region trust Shana because she doesn’t just groom or train, she applies behavioural science, professional skill, and calm, consistent communication to deliver comprehensive care for dogs with simple needs through to complex behavioural profiles.