Cam Barclay

G’day, I’m Cam.

My love for dogs began with my first companion (and first love in life), a white Staffy named Pirate Pete. Growing up on the family boarding kennel, I formed deep connections with countless dogs, shaping my character and fuelling my lifelong passion for them. Despite a detour into a career in finance, dogs have always held a special place in my heart.

During the Covid lockdowns in Melbourne, my wife and I adopted a Staffy puppy named Beau. Living in a unit without a yard presented challenges, and Beau didn’t get the usual development opportunities. This experience ignited my desire to help dogs with behavioural issues.

I joined a mentoring group of elite dog trainers and became deeply passionate about understanding and modifying dog behaviour. I left a well-paid corporate job to work as a dog trainer and behaviourist at a Melbourne shelter, where I could fully dedicate myself to my true calling.

I have now worked with thousands of dogs of all breeds, shapes, sizes, and temperaments. Along the way, I’ve built a network of incredible people in Australia, including dog trainers, behaviour experts, and vets, who share my commitment to improving dogs' lives.

I founded Act of Dog to help people truly understand their dogs, giving our best mates the best chance at a healthy and fulfilled life. I specialise in fear and aggression cases, as these dogs are often misunderstood. With the right management and behaviour modification, they can be helped immensely.

My wife and I now live with Beau, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier; Mike, the American Staffy cross Rottweiler; and Mookie, the Staffy cross Labrador, as well as our three cats. Thankfully, we now have a house with a yard, making it the perfect home for our furry family.