NorAust
Service area: Serves Lady Lake, FL and surrounding areas including Leesburg, The Villages, and Weirsdale; clients travel from out of state for training and events.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Competition / Agility
- Working Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- herding
- scent_work
- agility
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Recall
- Separation Anxiety
- behavior
Training Formats Offered
- Group Classes
- Private Facility
- Private Lessons
Program Formats
- Ongoing Weekly
- Sessions Package
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Terriers
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Training is offered in group classes and private sessions across herding (beginner to advanced), scent work, agility, obedience, and behavior modification. Programs are structured around positive reinforcement and are designed for all skill levels. Sanctioned AKC and CPE trials are held regularly at the facility, providing competitive opportunities. Training is tailored to individual dog and handler needs with ongoing support.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing not explicitly listed; class registration and private lessons require scheduling via https://noraust.as.me or email for availability.
Policies
No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy stated; clients are advised to contact via email or phone for scheduling and availability.
Testimonials
I have known Cindy Deak for more than 6 years. I drove 2 hours for herding and scent work lessons at NorAust in Lady Lake. The NorAust facility is a great place to learn and grow with your dog. While herding is the specialty, with only positive training, there is agility and scent work also. The scent work and agility trials are very popular and well attended. Each year the agility trials NorAust sponsors at Grand Oaks Equestrian center are very well organized and fill quickly. NorAust breeds high quality Border Collies that are sought after for dog sports. I have 2 dogs from NorAust. I currently live in North Carolina and I’m constantly asked where my dogs are from, with very positive comments from agility and scent work instructors and judges.
– Client
We had a great class here meeting the sheep with our puppy kelpie. We’ve also attended several agility shows & they are always well organized
– Client
I can’t recommend this herding/training facility highly enough! Cindy is truly exceptional–not only with dogs, but with people, too. Her deep understanding of animal behavior and her commitment to positive reinforcement and balanced training made the entire experience enjoyable, effective, and inspiring.
She has a gift for reading both dogs and handlers, tailoring her training approach to bring out the best in each team. My Belgian Malinois responded incredibly well to her calm, clear guidance, and I learned just as much as he did. Every session felt like a breakthrough.
Whether you’re new to herding or looking to advance your skills, this is the place to go. The facility is well-maintained, the sheep are healthy and well-handled, and the overall atmosphere is supportive and professional. An absolute gem for anyone serious about herding!
– Client
About the Trainer
NorAust K9 Sports is a dog training facility located on a serene 10-acre property in Lady Lake, Florida, offering positive, relationship-focused training in herding, scent work, agility, obedience, and behavior modification. They specialize in force-free, science-based methods that make training fun and effective for all breeds, ages, and behavior issues. Cindy, the primary trainer, is an approved judge for AKC and CPE events in temperament, agility, herding, and farm dog certification, and is recognized for her exceptional ability to tailor training to both dogs and handlers. The facility hosts regular sanctioned trials and events, including AKC and CPE competitions in agility, scent work, and fetch, and also breeds high-quality Katahdin sheep for herding training. NorAust is known for its supportive, professional atmosphere and has been named Farm Bureau’s 2022 Farm Dog of the Year.
They offer both group classes and private lessons, with a strong emphasis on positive reinforcement and no aversive techniques. The facility is equipped for a variety of dog sports and provides camping spaces for event attendees. NorAust also breeds and sells Katahdin sheep for those interested in herding training.
Clients praise Cindy’s deep understanding of animal behavior, her calm and clear guidance, and the well-organized, enjoyable events hosted at the facility. Many attendees travel from out of state for training and competitions, citing the high quality of instruction and the unique opportunity to train with live livestock in a positive environment.
Accomplishments
Cindy is an approved judge for AKC Temperament Test, Agility, Farm Dog Certification, Herding Test, and Herding Trial, as well as CPE Agility. NorAust was named Farm Bureau’s 2022 Farm Dog of the Year. The facility hosts well-attended, professionally run AKC and CPE trials.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients should visit https://noraust.as.me to schedule a class or private lesson, or email noraust.dogs@gmail.com for availability and inquiries.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- AKC
- CPE
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Dog breeder
Location
5030 Lake Griffin Rd, The Villages, FL 32159Listing Tools for Trainers
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