Our Team

Erin Mathieson pictured here with Jet, owns and operates Erin says "Sit" Happens!

Erin's background is in business and veterinary nursing. She earned her Certificate IV in Behavioural Dog Training and is a Delta Accredited Instructor. She lives with 3 dogs (Kaila, Jet and Tane) and 3 cats (Oliver, Jezzabelle and Zero) all who have helped extend her knowledge in their own special way.

Erin's passion is helping dog owners and their pets develop a strong and trusting bond, in particular those "special needs" pets who suffer from anxiety related disorders.

Erin established Erin says "Sit" Happens! in 2002 and has been helping pet owners ever since.

Steph comes from the Czech Republic however 2.5 years ago Australia became a new home for her along with her two dogs Garp and Kaspar. Garp is a 5 year old Labrador and Kaspar is a 4 year old Standard Wirehair Dachshund.

Steph has always had a passion for animals especially dogs and she used to be heavily involved in gundog training. Steph still competes with both her dogs in gun and field trials when she finds the time.

Steph works as a veterinary nurse full time and in her spare time she trains other people's dogs and helps them achieve their goals. She also enjoys travelling, reading and adrenaline sports and teaching her boys new tricks.

Steph joined Erin's Team in January 2008 and absolutely loves the experience.

Rebecca started with Erin Says Sit Happens in June 2009. She has extensive experience in administration, having worked for McDonald's Australia and Victoria Police. Rebecca has an extreme passion for animals and is currently training to be a dog trainer for Erin says Sit Happens.