Introducing
Alpha 1

Alpha 1 is a dog training company dedicated to helping dogs and their owners achieve balance and harmony in their lives through calm and assertive leadership, and a deep understanding of dog behavioural cues and canine body language.

My name is Chris Brown, and I am the owner and operator of Alpha 1. My expertise is backed by a Diploma of Animal Psychology and over a decade of experience working with dogs, their owners, and their surrounding communities. 

Alpha 1 was established in 2010, initially working with dogs in Australia before moving to the United Kingdom to work with not-for-profit shelters and the many dogs in their care. Now based in Auckland, New Zealand, I have made it my mission to help dogs and their owners by teaching calm, assertive energy, which in turn brings harmony to the human / dog relationship. I believe that understanding the energy we project is the key to turning an anxious, reactive, or aggressive dog into a balanced and happy family pet.   

In my experience as a trainer, I have encountered almost every kind of dog behavioural issue, including (but not limited to) excessive barking and destruction, aggression, reactivity and separation anxiety. I’ve worked with a myriad of breeds, big and small, and dogs of every age, learning valuable lessons from each one I meet along the way. I consider myself lucky to be able to follow my passion, harness my experience and give owners the tools and training that they need to change their lives and ensure a happy future with their dog/s. 

Though my journey has not been without roadblocks. In 2019, after having multiple seizures, I was diagnosed with epilepsy. This has presented a significant obstacle in my life, not only physically, but also in re-learning to manage and controlling my own energy and thought patterns. However, this experience has only made me stronger, and I continue to share my expertise in understanding canine behavioural cues and energy management strategies, helping anyone looking to bring balance and harmony into their lives and their dogs.

Through Alpha 1, I offer dog rehabilitation and training services that focus on helping humans understand the energy they project and give them tools to in turn improve their dog’s behaviour. Each session is bespoke to the needs of each dog, however they all follow the same underlying principals and guidelines, which have proven successful in every case I’ve had the pleasure of working on. The goal of Alpha 1 is to raise awareness of and promote a conscious understanding of energy, which can in turn, significantly improve the quality of life for not only the dog, but also the owner/s and the community in which they live.

By teaching dogs to follow their human’s lead, we can reduce the stress and anxiety that often results from dogs leading their owners. I firmly believe that no dog is a ‘lost cause’. Every dog has the potential to live a peaceful and happy life, we just have to help them unlock it! I am committed to helping dogs and their owners achieve this through Alpha 1 training programs, content and education.

For an insight into the training methods that I use, or to understand a bit more about dog behaviour, have a look at my YouTube channel. It’s full of case studies, demonstrations and training tips designed to help you succeed on your dog training journey. If you and your dog need some guidance, and you would like to be featured as a case study, please get in contact – I’d love to hear from you!

Thank you for considering Alpha 1 as your dog training partner. I look forward to working with you and your furry friend!