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 educate yourself BEFORE your puppy arrives!
That is why our in-person Mindful Puppy School also includes an extensive PRE-CLASS Puppy Parenting course. You can start learning and receive support from a Certified Dog Professional, immediately after enrolment.
Our reputible Puppy School offers a well-structured puppy programs, from toddler to teen puppy, so you can learn to apply a consistent, effective, modern and mindful parenting approach. Well-prepared to prevent common problems, so you can fully enjoy your new puppy experience.
Our Mindful Puppy School includes:
Extensive puppy parenting advice, puppy training resources and support options. Provided as part of our 4-week in-person Mindful Puppy School program.
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PUPPY 1 - 8 to 16 weeks
$
500
A$
325
PUPPY PRE-SCHOOL:
PLAY & TRAIN (Indoors)
4 x 1 hour, in-person classes
Sundays: 11 am, 12 pm or 1 pm
For puppies aged 8 to 16 weeks
Class Goals:
Felt Safety, Sense-making,
Self-regulation, Socialisation
Play & Train
All puppies: minimum 1st vaccination (C3)
Small group: max. 8 puppies, max. 2 people / puppy
Puppy Schedule Planner
(Value: $12.00)
Self-Guided Puppy Parenting Course: incl. video lessons and downloads
(Value: $99.00)
Professional support: in class, via email and video call
(Value: $225.00 / hour)
Digital certificate upon Graduation
PUPPY 2 - 4 to 12 months
$
500
A$
325
PUPPY SCHOOL: LIFE SKILLS
(Indoors & Outdoors)
4 x 1 hour, in-person classes
Sundays: 2 pm
For puppies aged 4 to 12 months
Class Goals:
Confident, Calm,
Considerate, Cooperative
Advancing Life Skills
All puppies: fully vaccinated (C5), people and dog friendly
Small group: max. 8 puppies, max. 2 people / puppy
Puppy Schedule Planner
(Value: $12.00)
Self-Guided Puppy Life Skills Training Course: incl. video lessons and downloads
(Value: $99.00)
Professional support: in class, via email and video call
(Value: $225.00 / hour)
Digital certificate upon Graduation
Private Coaching Session
$
225
A$
190
Family Dog Mediation Session
In-Person Puppy Behaviour Evaluation and Training (60 min.)
at Mindful Puppy School venue in Crows Nest
Get professional support and answers on the Why and How of your puppy's behaviour, in order to develop your skills to resolve their training challenges.
This private coaching service is specifically for puppy parents with puppies aged between 8 weeks and 12 months.
Access for 1 year to video lessons relevant to your consultation, e.g.:
- toilet training
- puppy biting
- puppy socialisation
- separation anxiety
- come when called
- loose leash walking
- jumping
- barking
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.
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 of your puppy's VACCINATION CERTIFICATE at the start of your first class (this can be a screenshot on your phone). On your first visit, your puppy's vaccination certificate must be sighted by your instructor before you can enter the classroom.
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:
11:00 am - PUPPY 1 - Age: 8 to 16 Weeks
12:00 pm - PUPPY 1 - Age: 8 to 16 Weeks
1:00 pm - PUPPY 1 - Age: 8 to 16 Weeks
2:00 pm - Puppy 2 - Age: 4 to 12 Months
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.
Open Enrolment?
You can start any week, because each week's class has a specific theme and focus. Our Mindful Puppy School program is designed to support your puppy parenting skills (incl. course with extensive video library) and develop your puppy's real life skills during in-person puppy classes.
Catch-Up Classes?
Preferably you can join your puppy classes on 4 consecutive Sundays to complete your 4-week program.However, if you are not able to attend 4 weeks in a row - for whatever reason - please let me know once you have enrolled, so I can customise your class schedule for you.
I always do my best to be as flexible as possible to support you - because... life happens - and I will offer CATCH-UP CLASSES when spots are available. I want you and your puppy to graduate from your 4-week Mindful Puppy School program!
Also, some of our more sensitive puppies (e.g. easily overwhelmed: very timid or very excitable) could benefit from an additional class after attending their full 4-week program, in order to further support their sense-making, self-regulation and socialisation. If that's your puppy, I could invite you back for a complimentary class, if spots are available.
Additional Support?
If you require additional puppy parenting support, I offer complimentary email support, and virtual or in-person, private coaching sessions for a discounted fee (Zoom, Google Meet or Facetime) - from the moment you enrol.
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).
PRE-CLASS
Puppy Parenting Essentials - Self-Guided Online Course
- 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.
WEEK 1
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
WEEK 2
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
WEEK 3
"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
WEEK 4
"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.
- Graduation
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.
