Puppies, like children, will need to be taught essential life skills and boundaries such as impulse control, listening and manners so they can learn how to be well behaved and safe in our busy world...
Puppy Classes
Puppy Classes
During puppy classes we teach life skills to help keep a puppy safe.
We also provide guidance on how to help your puppy be emotionally resilient, happy and fulfilled.
We do not simply focus on obedience exercises but discuss how your puppy may be feeling in a situation whether that be happy, hesitant or worried and how to spot signs and how to support them.
Our sessions, as well as 5 hours of in person training include an online course, Facebook community group, and a certificate and a FREE toilet training course worth £60.
They are held at Marlborough Road Methodist Church, St Albans, AL1 3XG - they are held for 1 hour per week for 5 weeks (please check that dates are consecutive as sometimes I have a little holiday!)
We teach you how to teach your puppy to settle, come back when you call them, walk politely on the lead, impulse control, and fun games and tricks to play with them.
We also give guidance on body language so you can spot signs that your dog is happy and comfortable.
What's Included?
- In person, live sessions with a qualified, experienced trainer and behaviourist who studied with the University of Edinburgh Royal Vet School.
- 5 hours of in person training.
- Access to a Facebook community group with videos and webinars
- Treats that are used in demonstrations.
- A graduation pack including a certificate upon completion.
- An app to access videos and guides in your pocket – there’s a handy site you can access the course content from.
- We train indoors rather than outside as puppies immune systems are still developing so really cold or really hot temperatures for too long (such as an hour) are not ideal.
- Puppies who have had one vacinnation can come to class. Here is some guidance on vacinnations and socialisation here.
You can choose to use a clicker or marker word in class. Here is information about both.
Dates
April 3rd 6pm for 5 weeks. Book here.
May 8th 6pm for 5 weeks. Book here.
June 19th 6pm for 5 weeks. Book here.
July 24th 6pm for 5 weeks. Book here.
Who is this not for?
- If you want bespoke one to one training - this is a group class and time is divided between participants
- You want a quick fix and want to use equipment such as martingale collars (and are not open to using alternatives). We don't use these collars as they can cause pain/damage to the neck. Dogs can assocaite the sight of a dog/person with pain - so you end up with a new behavioural problem. They comprimise welfare and cause stress. You can read more here.
Our Prices
Prices
£130 investment for 5 weeks (that is £26 per session) for puppies 20 weeks and under midweek. If your dog is older we will do an assessment to see if they are suitable to join (just to make sure they and all the other puppies will be enjoying the class!).
Location : Marlborough Road Methodist Church St Albans AL1 3XG
Can't make it?
Why not purchase our online puppy course. Click here.
Why does it cost this?
Our sessions a certificate, an easy peasy platform to access videos and worksheets (for life!), 5 one hour sessions with a trainer and behaviourist (so you get the benefit of both elements). Lisa grauated with the Uni of Edinburgh Royal vet college. The behaviour and training industry is unfortunately unregulated meaning ANYONE can call themselves a trainer or behaviourist. This can result in people using outdated methods that can damage your relationship with your puppy and cause behavioural challenges.
Exclusively for graduates (pre and post!)
Are you waiting for class to start or have you finished within the last 3 months want some extra training? Book in for an extra session at a discounted rate.
How many puppies?
There are a maximum of 6 dogs in the whole class which means you get individual attention.
Done some training before?
We have some limited spots on our drop in sessions if you don't want to commit to the full course. You can just come and brush on some skills when you like. This is for puppies 20 weeks and under who have previously done training sessions. If you're puppy is over 20 weeks, contact us and we can discuss options such as a pre - session to check if class is the right environment for them.
Can't see a session that's right for you? Email us and get added to the waiting list.
Want bespoke training in private? Take a peek at our private sessions.
How does it work?
The classes are for dogs under 20 weeks old. If your dog is older, please contact me as we can arrange to do an initial session where we test their suitability and do some training skills before class.
You can secure your spot straight away.
None of the dates work for you?
Email me and get added to the waiting list.. don’t miss out!
There are a small number of puppies in class.
All family members can attend including children (we just ask that they don't approach puppies unless given permission!)
