Tell me about puppy classes...

• we book puppies in to start up to the age of 16 weeks
• it is a rolling course with new puppies starting every week
• the emphasis is on socialisation and handling
• we also cover the basics; sit, down, stay, coming to call, play biting, jumping up
• we introduce the puppies to different objects such as umbrellas, different floor coverings and sometimes an adult dog comes to visit.
• there is no limit to the number of people who can come with each puppy
• we are always happy to answer your questions, although sometimes we are also very busy, so it may be easier to call us on 023 8046 5429
• we train pet dogs; we do not train to competition level

Tell me about beginner courses...

• beginner courses are for dogs over the age of 4 months, with no upper age limit
• the emphasis is on basic training; sit, down, coming to call, stay, walking on a loose lead
• your dog may be able to do some of these things, but it is important for us to start all unknown dogs in beginners, we can always move you if there is a more suitable class
• as with puppies, we train pet dogs. We do not do heelwork, ring craft or competition level obedience training
• there will be approx 8 dogs in the class, which is why we ask if your dog gets on ok with other dogs

Tell me about home visits...

• home visits are generally for dogs that have behavioural problems
• this could be aggression towards other dogs or people; toilet training problems; integrating a new dog into the family; helping a dog accept a new baby, or any other problem you are experiencing
• home visits last for 2 hours and give us the opportunity to see the dog in its home environment so we are able to find the best solution to your problem
• there are no quick fixes with dogs; we work on teaching you how to teach your dog to think differently
• you also get a follow on session which lasts 45 mins; we can either work on the original problem, or something else

Tell me about private training...

• you can book either a course of lessons or just a one off
• it is up to you what you want to cover, although we cannot perform miracles, we will endeavour to meet your needs!
• suitable for people who, for whatever reason, cannot attend classes

Tell me about agility...

• adult agility happens on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of every month (check the agility diary page for the exact dates)
• agility is a fun way to give your dog exercise
• dogs need to be at least a year old to take part in adult agility, as this gives their bones a chance to form
• for people who are currently booked into our puppy classes, we also run puppy play sessions once a month, usually the 4th Saturday; puppies get to do some low level agility equipment, recall and have some off lead play with other puppies of their own size
• all agility classes last for 45 minutes and cost £6 per dog