Our training sessions for dogs up to 12 month old are carefully tailored to their developmental needs and to match or reinforce any prior training. Key areas include:

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Advanced Obedience & Skills
Longer, more complex training exercises

Progression of loose lead walking
Reliable “sit”, “stay”, “down” under greater distraction

Working "place" (to settle down in a specific spot to give you more control in the home and out and about)

Off-Lead Recall & Impulse Control
Progress recalling your dog in safe, controlled areas
Strengthen the foundation for off-lead reliability
Work on “leave it”, “wait”, and other self-control cues
 

Socialisation & Confidence Building
Continue exposing your dog to a variety of environments, people, and other dogs

Handling exercises and body awareness
 

Teenage Challenges
Techniques to manage “testing boundaries” behaviour
Consistent training when your puppy seems to regress
Using rewards, praise, and structured play to guide behaviour

Practical solutions for unwanted or excessive barking
 

Practical Life Skills
Polishing loose-lead walking and polite greetings

Impulse control work to improve manners, limit snatching and avoid future resource guarding issues
Problem-solving: chewing, digging, and mental stimulation
Ongoing toilet, crate, or settling practice as required
 

Home Training Plan
Tailored homework and exercises to do between classes
Strategies to reinforce good habits in daily life

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Included in the cost of this block of a puppy training is a long line training lead for you to use in the classes and to take away with you to continue training at home and beyond