Group class · 8 to 20 weeks at the first class
Puppy Kindergarten
Puppyhood goes fast. In six short weeks your puppy learns the basics, meets new people and sounds in a calm way, and you learn how to handle biting, chewing and toilet training without the stress. Classes are small, play is supervised, and every puppy goes at their own pace.
- Format
- Group class
- Ages
- 8 to 20 weeks at the first class
- Length
- 6 weekly classes, 60 minutes each
- From
- $245 for the 6-week course
Great for
- New puppies who just came home
- Owners dealing with nipping, chewing or toilet accidents
- Families who want everyone on the same page
- Shy puppies who need gentle, guided socialisation
What your dog learns
- Name response and eye contact
- Sit, down and a settle on a mat
- First steps on a loose leash
- Gentle mouths and bite control
- Calm handling for vet and grooming visits
- Crate and toilet training routines
How it runs
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Week 1: Settle in
Owners only for the first half. We cover toilet training, biting and crate time, then the puppies join.
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Weeks 2 to 5: Skills and play
Short training games, guided puppy play in small matched groups, and new sights and sounds each week.
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3
Week 6: Puppy graduation
A fun skills walk-through, a graduation photo and a plan for what comes next.
Weekly class times
Pick the slot that suits your week. New groups start on a rolling basis, so the next start is never far away.
Prices
Before HST. No booking fees.
- Puppy Kindergarten, 6 weeks Up to 6 puppies, 2 trainers $245
- Add a private home visit 60 minutes, any time during the course $95
- Repeat the course Within 3 months of graduating $150
Always included
- Weekly homework cards and short how-to videos
- Treat pouch and clicker on day one
- Email help from your trainer between classes
- A graduation certificate and photo
An honest note
Puppies need their first set of vaccines at least 7 days before the first class. If your puppy is older than 20 weeks on day one, Basic Obedience is the better fit.
From Puppy Kindergarten families
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"We went from a puppy who bit everything to a puppy who sits for her breakfast. Andre made it fun for our kids too. The homework cards stayed on our fridge for months."
Hannah L. with Juniper, 4-month-old Aussie
Questions about Puppy Kindergarten
Is it safe before my puppy has all their shots?
Yes, with sensible steps. We ask for the first set of vaccines at least 7 days before class, we clean the floors before every session, and only puppies in the same program share the room.
Can my kids come?
Yes. Children 8 and up are welcome with an adult. Puppy training goes better when the whole family learns the same cues.
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Is Puppy Kindergarten right for your dog?
Answer a few quick questions and we will confirm the fit, suggest a start time and send you everything you need to know. A real trainer replies within one business day.