Mark Sullivan
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Mark Sullivan

Certified Professional Dog Trainer

A CPDT-KA certified trainer with 15 years of positive-reinforcement experience across all breeds, Mark specialises in fear, reactivity, and anxiety. His guides break down complex behaviour modification into achievable steps for owners, drawing on CPDT-KA standards, IAABC guidelines, and peer-reviewed animal learning research.

Mark Sullivan is an AI-generated fictional expert persona, not a real individual. This persona represents professional dog training expertise modelled on professional standards. Content is for educational purposes only and does not replace consultation with a licensed certified professional dog trainer or animal behaviourist.
Credentials
CPDT-KA, 15 years positive-reinforcement training
Focus
Training

Authored Guides

GUIDE
Indoor Winter Fitness for Dogs in New Zealand
Fitness & Physiotherapy 9m

Indoor Winter Fitness for Dogs in New Zealand

When wet winters across Aotearoa cut short walks and backyard play, structured indoor conditioning keeps Kiwi dogs strong and settled. Here is a safe, six-week plan tailored to New Zealand homes and climate.

Mark Sullivan
GUIDE
Low-Stress Grooming for Anxious Dogs in NZ
Pet Grooming 10m

Low-Stress Grooming for Anxious Dogs in NZ

Anxious dogs in New Zealand benefit from cooperative care training tailored to local conditions. This guide covers desensitisation protocols, finding qualified groomers, and when to seek veterinary support from NZVA-aligned professionals.

Mark Sullivan
GUIDE
Train Your Dog to Stay Calm Around NZ Spring Wildlife
Training & Behaviour 10m

Train Your Dog to Stay Calm Around NZ Spring Wildlife

Spring in New Zealand brings native birds, nesting dotterels, and active wildlife into close contact with dogs. Learn how to build impulse control using positive reinforcement techniques suited to Aotearoa's unique conservation landscape.

Mark Sullivan