Improving the dog-human connection
Puppy Group Classes
What you'll get to support you through the course
Welcome pack
A lovely cotton tote bag with freebies, training folder, offers and more!
Videos
Video content delivered to your inbox giving you insight into your dog's behaviour!
Handouts
Printed handouts of all of the exercises with clear and simple step-by-step instructions!
Training plans
Weekly training plan to make your homework easier - just follow the steps for each day
Recap emails
Weekly recap emails after class to remind you what we covered and what to work on!
Free support
Free phone & email support during the course ensuring that all your questions are answered
Life Skill Lessons for your puppy and you!
skill 1
I HAVE CONFIDENCE
Teaching pups to feel confident and safe and not be frightened which can cause aggressive or difficult behaviour later on
skill 2
I LIKE SURPRISES
Take novel or unexpected things in their stride and not react fearfully or anxiously to new things
skill 3
I LIKE TO BE TOUCHED
Learning to tolerate or even enjoy handling of all parts of their body to prepare them for stress-free vet visits or trips to the groomers
skill 4
I CAN'T DO EVERYTHING I WANT, WHEN I WANT
Teaching our pups the essential skills of self-control and how to cope with feelings of frustration
skill 5
I CAN BE CALM
Learning to self-settle and settle on cue, and developing the neuro-plasticity to go from an excited emotional state to calm and relaxed
skill 6
I KNOW AND CAN FOLLOW THE RULES
Setting clear and easy to follow rules for our pups and knowing when to step in and give them more support
skill 7
I CAN LISTEN
Being able to focus and listen to the human and respond quickly - but also having the enthusiasm and willingness to engage
skill 8
I HAVE GOOD MANNERS AND CAN SAY PLEASE
Learning all important social skills of both canine and human worlds. Being socially savvy and polite
skill 9
I NEED HELP TO MAKE THE RIGHT CHOICES
Giving your pup the freedom to make their own choices where safe and appropriate and laying foundations to ensure they make the right choice
skill 10
I HAVE THE RIGHT TO BE A DOG AND EXPRESS MY OPINION POLITELY
Understanding your pup - their body language, needs and desires, and acting accordingly to ensure ultimate pup satisfaction!
when?
Next course starts on
Wednesday 25th Sept
09:30 - Tenterden
18:00 - Pluckley
where?
Highbury Hall, Tenterden
Pluckley Village Hall, Pluckley
how much?
The 6 week course costs £92.
Classes are strictly limited to 5 pups.
Puppy Life Skills is a 6 week course suitable for pups aged up to 20 weeks on the first day of the course. As well as learning all of the basic exercises that we like our dogs to know, this course will provide your pup with the skills they need to be a well-rounded & happy adult.
Our curriculum is based on cutting-edge research in puppy development from the University of Lincoln, focusing on 10 essential life skill lessons to give your pup the tools they need to cope with life.
In addition to teaching your pup these skills we will also cover exercises as: sit, leave, take, recall, walk nicely on a lead, focus & lots more, as well as covering all of the puppy problems - play biting, house training, chewing & tackling the late night zoomies!
We are fortunate enough to have 2 lovely venues, Highbury Hall in Tenterden & Pluckley Village Hall. These large halls provide plenty of space to work & both come with ample free parking directly outside & a grassy area to toilet your dog.
Our classes are kept small so you get lots of personal attention & we provide plenty of support to make sure you get the best from your learning experience.
Booking online is quick & easy - just select the service you want, the start date, fill in some basic info & pay. Then sit back & relax - you'll soon receive your confirmation email containing a handy welcome video!