What Classes Are Available?
From baby pups right through to adult dogs and seniors, there's options that'll suit most of the canine population.
Classes are run on Saturdays in Donnybrook.
Classes are run on Saturdays in Donnybrook.
Puppy Preschool
For puppies 8 weeks of age through to 16 weeks of age.
The aim of this course is to start puppies on the right paw, by providing safe socialisation, confidence building exercises and activities that help to strengthen the bond between dog and owner.
Course length is 4 lessons
Prerequisite: at least 1 vaccination
The aim of this course is to start puppies on the right paw, by providing safe socialisation, confidence building exercises and activities that help to strengthen the bond between dog and owner.
Course length is 4 lessons
Prerequisite: at least 1 vaccination
Senior Puppy
For puppies and young dogs aged 4 months to 10 months.
This course is the next step up from preschool. It covers basic obedience exercises like loose lead walking and recalls, as well as other games and tricks.
Course length is 6 lessons
Prerequisite: Fully vaccinated and the knowledge to be able to sit on cue (optional lie down on cue).
This course is the next step up from preschool. It covers basic obedience exercises like loose lead walking and recalls, as well as other games and tricks.
Course length is 6 lessons
Prerequisite: Fully vaccinated and the knowledge to be able to sit on cue (optional lie down on cue).
Manners & More - Level 1
For dogs aged 10 months or older.
This course is similar to the senior puppy course but is aimed at older dogs. It covers basic obedience, loose lead walking, recalls and other tricks and games.
Course length is 6 lessons
Prerequisites: Fully vaccinated, the knowledge to sit and/or lie down on cue and be comfortable around other dogs and people.
This course is similar to the senior puppy course but is aimed at older dogs. It covers basic obedience, loose lead walking, recalls and other tricks and games.
Course length is 6 lessons
Prerequisites: Fully vaccinated, the knowledge to sit and/or lie down on cue and be comfortable around other dogs and people.
Manners & More - Level 2
For dogs 1 year of age or older.
This course is the next step up from the senior puppy and level 1 Manners course. It covers more formal obedience exercises like heel, stay, come, as well as more advanced recall and loose lead walking exercises.
Course length is 6 lessons.
Prerequisites: Fully vaccinated and have completed either the Senior Puppy or Manners Level 1 course or equivalent. Will need to be comfortable around other dogs and people.
This course is the next step up from the senior puppy and level 1 Manners course. It covers more formal obedience exercises like heel, stay, come, as well as more advanced recall and loose lead walking exercises.
Course length is 6 lessons.
Prerequisites: Fully vaccinated and have completed either the Senior Puppy or Manners Level 1 course or equivalent. Will need to be comfortable around other dogs and people.
Sporting Fundamentals
For adult dogs over 1 year of age.
This course is for people that are interested in competing in dog sports or competition obedience. It covers foundation exercises that will help with future agility or obedience training. Things like positions, perch work, fitness exercises and an introduction to some common sports equipment.
Course length is 5 lessons.
Prerequisites: Fully vaccinated and have completed the Manners level 2 course or equivalent. Will need to be comfortable around other dogs and people.
This course is for people that are interested in competing in dog sports or competition obedience. It covers foundation exercises that will help with future agility or obedience training. Things like positions, perch work, fitness exercises and an introduction to some common sports equipment.
Course length is 5 lessons.
Prerequisites: Fully vaccinated and have completed the Manners level 2 course or equivalent. Will need to be comfortable around other dogs and people.