Raise a social and confident puppy with good life skills. 
Puppy socialisation and fun experiences in a safe environment. 
Led by an experienced dog trainer using force-free and
science-based methods.

This 5-week puppy class offers positive puppy socialisation and fun experiences for your puppy in a safe environment. Learn how to prevent behaviour problems from developing later on. Have fun learning while building a great relationship. Understand your puppy better and know what to expect.

The bonus ‘Puppy 101’ session helps you with the common puppy training needs, from house-training and chewing to nipping or jumping up. (without puppies - held regularly on days other than Wednesdays, currently via Zoom).

About the puppy class

Note: We are currently on a break until further notice. New class dates/times will be published here when available.

Young girl with her puppy

Day/time: 

Location: 120 Robert Street, Whangarei

Entry: 7 - 13 weeks (or at discretion). Your puppy must have at least one vaccination plus 10 days.

Start dates: 'Open Enrolment' - start any time

Cost: $ 160.00 per puppy - Includes 5 sessions with your puppy, ‘Puppy 101’ session via Zoom, and comprehensive handbook

Payment: Invoiced. Must be received before starting class.

Registration: Essential - register online 

When to register: Before or as soon as you get your puppy to secure your spot

Puppy safety: The training area is disinfected before each class. Humans wipe their shoes and puppies put their paws on a mat with disinfectant before entering. Puppies must be healthy and feeling well to attend (e.g., no runny tummy or ‘under the weather’ etc.). Play sessions are facilitated and closely monitored, and play mates are matched by size and play style. 

Benefits of puppy class

Puppy sits for a treat

Early puppy socialisation is vital. The sensitive period for socialisation is from 3 until about 12 - 14 weeks – it’s a crucial time in a puppy’s development because their brains are especially receptive to learning about the world they will live in as they get older. It means puppies have to encounter and be comfortable with all of the things you want them to accept gracefully as adults - all kinds of people, other dogs, other animals, noises, surfaces, sights, and smells etc.

My puppy class covers 

  • The important aspects of socialisation and shows you how you can do this safely at home and out & about

  • How to prevent behaviour problems and aggression

  • Puppy life skills

The class is designed to make your life with your new puppy easier. It will help you raise a dog you will enjoy living with.

  • Know what to expect and what your puppy needs to learn 

  • Understand ‘dog speak’ and how dogs learn 

  • Develop basic training skills What you and your puppy will learn