In-Person Puppy Parenting Classes
For puppies aged between 8 and 16 weeks (PUPPY 1) and puppies aged between 4 and 12 months (PUPPY 2).
In-Person
Mindful Puppy School
Education for modern puppy parents.
Researching and planning for the arrival of your new puppy is such a fun and exciting experience…
However… As soon as your cute furry one arrives, you will be struck with a ton of questions. So the best way to set yourself and your puppy up for success is to get personalised advice from a certified dog professional. Over the course of our 4-week puppy parenting program, you will receive direct support from Renae (Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Family Dog Mediator) both in-person during our puppy classes, and via phone, email or video call during the week.
Our reputible Puppy School offers well-structured puppy programs, from toddler to teen puppy, so you can learn to apply a consistent, effective, modern and mindful parenting approach, based on applied ethology. Well-prepared to prevent common problems, so you can fully enjoy your new puppy experience before and beyond puppy training.
Mindful Puppy Parenting Education - Pricing
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PUPPY 1 (8 to 16 weeks)
$
325
A$
295
PUPPY 1 PRE-SCHOOL:
PLAY & TRAIN (Indoors)
4 x 1 hour, in-person group classes on 4 consecutive Sundays, at our puppy school venue in Crows Nest (NSW)
Sundays: 12 pm or 1 pm
(on 4 consecutive Sundays!)
For puppies aged 8 to 16 weeks
Class Goal: Puppy Socialisation
Environmental Sense-making (Umwelt),
Emotional Self-regulation,
Safe Play and Life Skills Training
All puppies: minimum 1st vaccination (C3)
Small group: max. 6 puppies, max. 2 people / puppy
Personalised support during your 4-week program
Digital Certificate
PUPPY 2 (4 to 12 months)
$
325
A$
295
PUPPY 2 CLASSES:
LIFE SKILLS (In- and Outdoors)
4 x 1 hour, in-person group classes on 4 consecutive Sundays, at our puppy school venue in Crows Nest (NSW)
Sundays: 2 pm
(on 4 consecutive Sundays!)
For puppies aged 4 to 12 months
Class Goal: Life Skills Training
Environmental Sense-making (Umwelt),
Emotional Self-regulation,
Progress Life Skills
All puppies: fully vaccinated (C5), people and dog friendly
Small group: max. 6 puppies, max. 2 people / puppy
Personalised support during your 4-week program
Digital Certificate
Private Puppy Program
A$
795
PRIVATE COACHING PROGRAM
Essential Puppy Parenting
6 x 1 hour, Private Coaching sessions, In-person at Crows Nest location on Sundays
Unlimited: Private Coaching sessions online on Weekdays during the course of your private coaching program
For puppies up to 12 months old
Professional guidance to help you succeed in developing and nurturing, a mutually rewarding relationship with your puppy.
Your puppy is up-to-date with their vaccinations
Private Group Coaching: All family members welcome
PUPPY 1 + PUPPY 2 Courses
Support: email, phone and video call during your private coaching program
Digital Certificate
Prerequisites
PUPPY 1: Your "toddler" or "preschool" puppy is between 8 and 16 weeks old at the start of your 4-week puppy pre-school program and has at least had their 1st puppy vaccination (C3) a week prior to starting classes. If your puppy is older than 16 weeks, you can enrol for PUPPY 2.
PUPPY 2: Your "tween" or "teen" puppy is between 4 and 12 months old at the start of your 4-week puppy school program.
All attending puppies need to be in good health, up-to-date with their vaccinations and parasite control, and be people and dog friendly.
Please bring a copy or screenshot of your puppy's VACCINATION CERTIFICATE on you first visit.
When & Where
Our 4-week in-person puppy parenting classes are run in Crows Nest (Sydney's Lower North Shore) on Sundays.
Don't delay. ENROL TODAY!
YOU CAN START ANY WEEK!
Simply attend 4 Sundays in a row to complete your 4-week program.
Duration per puppy class session: 1 hour.
Puppy Classes on Sundays:
12:00 pm - PUPPY 1 - Age: 8 to 16 Wks
1:00 pm - PUPPY 1 - Age: 8 to 16 Wks
2:00 pm - PUPPY 2 - Age: 4 to 12 Mths
Puppy School Location:
47 Alexander Lane, Crows Nest, NSW 2065 - laneway entrance on Sundays (directions).
What To Bring
- A copy of your puppy's
VACCINATION CERTIFICATE. (Present prior to entering the classroom, or email us a copy in advance.) - For training: always use a regular, flat buckle collar; and a regular, flat fabric leash (120 - 180 cm).
- Your puppy's favourite soft treats (pinkie nail size pieces), in a treat pouch.
- Your puppy's favourite chew and tug toys.
- Your puppy's water bowl.
- A blanket, mat or towel for puppy to settle on.
- Puppy has had a toilet break.
- Your puppy's doggy poo bags.
PUPPY 1 - 4-week Mindful Puppy Parenting Classes
PUPPY 1 - PUPPY PRESCHOOL CURRICULUM
Please note that weekly activities may vary, depending on group dynamics or urgent needs (e.g. a fearful puppy might require more individual attention during class).
OUTCOME
OVER 4 WEEKS YOU WILL LEARN HOW TO PARENT YOUR PUPPY EFFECTIVELY WITH KINDNESS:
- Who is your puppy?
- How do puppies learn?
- How to support your puppy to feel safe and relaxed enough to self-settle.
- How to help your puppy make sense of what they notice in their environment.
- How to manage your puppy's environment to prevent mistakes.
- How to develop your puppy's confidence and emotional self-regulation.
- How to practise safe and sensible puppy socialisation at home and in the community.
- How to develop your puppy's independence and prepare for separation success.
- How to fast-track puppy toilet training with minimal mess and no stress.
- How to teach your puppy to be careful with their teeth.
- How to effectively communicate with your puppy based on dialogue, not dominance.
IN CLASS
Teaching "Come When Called" & Developing Confidence
- "I feel safe and confident. I can choose to be calm and quiet."
- "Whenever you use my recall cue, I run to you."
- "I love to play Hide & Seek with you."
- Sensible Socialisation, Puppy Play, Dog Body Language.
- Q&A
Teaching "Loose Leash Walking" & Developing Focus
- "Show me what to do, and I will follow you."
- "Paying attention to you, is the best!"
- Loose leash walking and leash handling best practice.
- Sensible Socialisation, Puppy Play, Dog Body Language.
- Q&A
"Dealing With Distractions" & Developing Self-Regulation
- Can you "Leave it"?
- Loose Leash Walking Challenge: Can you walk passed other puppies?
- Come When Called Challenge: Can you "Come" away from puppy play?
- Sensible Socialisation, Puppy Play, Dog Body Language.
- Q&A
"Separation Success" & Developing Independence
- Can you "Stay"?
- Can you self-regulate and relax in new situations?
- How to progress your puppy's ability to feel safe and relaxed when alone.
- Sensible Socialisation, Puppy Play, Dog Body Language.
- Q&A
Not ready to commit to Puppy School yet?
Check out our New Puppy Training Schedule Planner. This workbook template is a handy guide to creating your flexible puppy training day plan. It focuses on the puppy priorities during the first 4 weeks of your new puppy parenting life.
