Hello!

My name is Meiren, and I’m the person behind Sun Hound.

Dogs have always been a huge part of my life. I was recently diagnosed with inattentive ADHD, which gave me a lot of clarity looking back on how I’ve always experienced the world. I often struggled in fast-paced environments and found myself becoming overwhelmed easily, but dogs were always the place where things felt quieter, calmer and more manageable. Being around them helped me slow down, stay present and feel grounded. Over time, I realised that my ability to notice the small details and really tune into individual dogs became one of the things that shaped the way I care for and work with them today.

I grew up in Tasmania and am now based on the East Coast, where I offer small-scale holiday and training stays designed to feel calm, enriching and home-like. Sun Hound was created from a desire to provide something more personal and intentional than traditional boarding - a space where dogs can genuinely relax, adventure, decompress and become part of everyday life while their owners are away.

Dogs staying with Sun Hound are welcomed into a home environment and become part of daily routines, including beach walks, enrichment activities, relaxed downtime and family life. I keep numbers intentionally small so that each dog can receive thoughtful, individualised care suited to their personality, comfort levels and needs.

I have completed my Certificate in Dog Training and Behaviour through Austin’s Dog Training and Education, and in 2025, completed further education through the Karen Pryor Academy. This program focuses on positive reinforcement and science-based training methods and has had a huge influence on the way I approach dog care and training. It taught me to slow down, observe more carefully and approach each dog as an individual rather than expecting one approach to suit every situation.

My approach is centred around positive reinforcement, relationship-building and meeting dogs where they’re at. I believe that calmness, confidence and real-life functionality are built through trust, consistency and understanding. Above all else, I want dogs staying with Sun Hound to feel safe, supported, and genuinely cared for.

My dog, Oat, is a Border Collie. She has a lot of drive, personality and sensitivity, and she’s taught me so much about patience, adaptability, enrichment and the importance of truly understanding the dog in front of you. She’s also a big part of why I’ve developed such a strong interest in breed fulfilment, scent work, adventure-based enrichment and thoughtful home life for dogs.

I feel incredibly grateful that I get to build a life centred around dogs and create something that feels genuinely aligned with the kind of care and environment I would want for my own.