Puppy Preschool is a must for all owners looking to give their puppy the very best start in life and the opportunity to grow into a well behaved, sociable dog. Classes are designed for puppies between 8 to 12 weeks of age, as this is the critical learning stage when puppies gain important socialisation skills and learn the basics of being a well-behaved pet.
For The Best Start In Life
Why Puppy Preschool?
Young puppies are at a very impressionable age where learning and training is happening at every interaction your pup has with you and the world. These experiences that take place now will have a significant impact on how your puppy will behave as an adult dog, so we’re here to help make sure you start off on the right paw.
Your puppy needs you to teach them the rules of living in our human world and AdelaideVet Puppy Preschool gives you the tools to teach your puppy in a positive and effective way to help them grow into a confident and well-behaved dog.
Your puppy needs you to teach them the rules of living in our human world and AdelaideVet Puppy Preschool gives you the tools to teach your puppy in a positive and effective way to help them grow into a confident and well-behaved dog.
Puppy Preschool provides a safe, controlled environment for puppies to socialise and classes are kept small so that time can be spent with each puppy and their owners.
Each year thousands of dogs end up in pounds and shelters, due to behavioural problems developing in later life. This is often the result of a lack of proper socialisation and training in the important early developmental stage of a puppy's life.
Training at AdelaideVet is focused on positive reinforcement, where we reward the behaviours we want and ignore the ones we don’t want. This training approach helps to build a stronger bond with your dog and gives you the best start to a happy life with your new puppy.
The Best Start For Your Puppy
What we cover in the 5 week course:
- Appropriate dog to dog socialisation
- Reward based training
- Effective toilet training
- Preventing and solving common problem behaviours
- Leadership
- Healthcare and wellness
- Nutrition and feeding
- Caring for your puppy
Overview of Puppy Preschool
Each course consists of 5 one-hour per week classes, conducted over a 5 week period. Owners will learn positive reinforcement methods for training their puppy as well as an overview of socialisation, general healthcare, nutrition and more. Each course will also dedicate time to covering any individual problems and questions from owners.
Classes are held on different days of the week across our different locations. In most cases, your class will be held on the same day each week with classes starting after 7pm on weekdays and in the afternoon on weekends. To check class times and locations, enquire online below.
The cost of our popular 5 week course is $150 and includes 5 x 1 hour training sessions, a comprehensive puppy training booklet, advice from our trainers and a graduation pack.
What Will You Learn With Your Puppy?
- Respond to their name
- Sit on cue
- Greet family and visitors politely
- Come when called
- Lie down on cue
- Understand "leave it" and "take it"
- Learn to walk on a lead without pulling
- Go to the toilet outdoors
- Safe travel in a vehicle
- Appropriate socialisation with dogs, children and adults
The Critical Socialisation Period
At the age of 6 - 12 weeks of age your puppy is at the optimal age to be exposed to as many things they are likely to encounter as an adult as possible. This means interactions with lots of people, other pets, places, noises, activities and experiences. This needs to be done safely, particularly when it comes to being socialised with other puppies and given the threat of virus and disease.
Puppy Preschool provides a safe environment for your puppy to learn important socialisation skills. Classes are kept small so time can be spent with each puppy and their family. All puppies are vaccinated prior to class commencement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the Puppy Preschool classes held?
Puppy Preschool classes are run at all AdelaideVet practices.
- Goodwood Road - 446 Goodwood Road, Cumberland Park 5041
- Prospect - 318 Prospect Road, Prospect 5082
- Stirling - 77 Mt Barker Road, Stirling 5152
- Trinity Gardens - 301 Magill Road, Trinity Gardens 5068
When are classes held?
Classes are held on different days of the week across our different locations across Adelaide. The course consists of 5 classes which are held over 5 weeks. In most cases, your class will be held on the same day each week.
How old should my puppy be?
Puppies should be between 8 and 12 weeks of age and have had their first vaccination. This is the optimal time for training and ensures all puppies in the class are socialised in a safe environment which is appropriate for their age and size.
What do I need to bring to class?
Please bring a lead to class and your puppy should also be suitably fitted with a collar. We don't recommend the use of a harness for puppy school. If your puppy was not vaccinated at AdelaideVet please bring your puppy's current vaccination record. You'll also need to bring suitable treats and a kong for your puppy.
Should I feed my puppy before class?
Preferably not. Puppies like to sleep after a meal and they are less responsive to treats which are used as a form of positive reinforcement during class.
How much does Puppy Preschool cost?
The cost of the four week course is $150.
How do I book my puppy into a class?
Please call your local AdelaideVet and they will book you into the next available class or complete our online enquiry form below above.