WHY JOIN Petbarn PUPPY SCHOOL?

When it comes to training, the early months of your puppy’s life is essential. They will learn vital socialisation and communication skills when they are young and these early life experiences influence how your puppy will play, communicate and learn as they develop into an adult dog. Our Puppy school trainers consist of experienced Greencross Veterinary Nurses and/or qualified dog trainers with a special interest in animal behaviour to help your puppy reach their potential.

For the whole family

A puppy is a part of the whole family so we encourage you to bring along the kids. Our classes will teach you about puppy and dog socialisation, dog communication, leadership, child and dog safety, training, vet care and troubleshooting naughty behavior. You will learn how to decipher canine communication so that you can have a better understanding of why and how your pet learns and plays.

Puppy Training you can trust

Petbarn Puppy School is a fun and interactive dog training course that will allow your puppy to socialise in a positive environment with dogs of all sizes. Your puppy will be taught basic manners and best behaviour along with vital socialisation and development skills.

Puppy training includes:

• Calming and handling techniques
• A puppy’s view of the big wide world
• How your puppy learns

Basic manners and cues such as:

• Sit
• Come
• Drop
• Stay Lead Walking

Advice on common ‘unwanted’ puppy behaviours such as:

• Toilet training
• Crying at night

Troubleshooting challenging puppy behaviours such as:

• Biting
• Jumping
• Hyper-activity
• Separation behaviours

What is the age range for puppies to join the class?

Your puppy should be between the ages of 8-16 weeks old for the first class and must have had at least one vaccination 2 weeks prior to their first group class.

How many puppies are in our classes?

Our classes will typically have 4-8 puppies in attendance.