Puppy School
Learn To Train Your Puppy
So, you have a new puppy and it is just adorable. Snuggles, licks and the occasional nibble. It’s so warm, so cuddly, so furry and so completely and utterly adorable. Adorable until it stands on the kitchen table, helps itself to snacks and somehow finds your most expensive shoes to chew!
Puppy training is vital. It does not matter on the breed of the dog but the earlier you train the dog the better. It is suggested that puppies start puppy school between the ages of 8-14 weeks. The pup must be up to date with vaccinations and parasite prevention before they start school.
Going to puppy school is fun, but it is also a commitment. If possible, the same person should take the puppy each week. This ensures consistency as well as understanding between the dog and it’s human. Our vets know you can’t always plan when you need them, so we are available 6-days a week Monday to Saturday if you wanted to drop into the clinic or phone us on 4639 1733 to speak to our friendly staff.
What can you expect from your puppy and school?
A dog that comes when you call it.
A dog that sits, waits and stays.
A dog who is sociable, with dogs and people.
A dog that does not help itself to treats.
A dog who has a great time and is well behaved.
A dog that will walk well on a lead.
It’s all about basic training and socialisation. A dog who listens to you and understands boundaries is the best kind of dog. Also, a dog who loves playing with other dogs, is not aggressive with children, and basically has tons of fun while being respectful, is the dog we all aspire to have. We have an amazing puppy trainer here that will help you train your pup. There are a variety of puppy training methods, and we will tell you our preferred options as well as good resources to continue training after classes.
Herriot House Puppy Course Detail
Herriot House runs classes on Tuesday nights. Each course of puppy classes lasts for four weeks and includes a graduation night. All courses are taught by one of our experienced nurses. Spaces are limited and often booked out so we recommend booking ahead. You can organise your class by calling us on 4639 1733.
