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Frequently Asked Questions

Method & Trust

Does your training use pain, fear, force or aggression?

ABSOLUTELY NOT. If you want a method like that I suggest you call the 1980's, go back there and never get a dog. We teach the dog calming code, a method based on positive action that reinforces your role as the leader in your dog's eyes.

What qualifications do you have?

All our team members are required to pass AFP background checks before working with us as well as sitting and passing the Red Cross Pet First Aid Australia course. I trained under Dan Adbelnoor and graduate from the Dog Trainer Academy whilst also being a Certified Professional Pet Sitter (CPPS) from Pet Sitters International.

What is the ethos behind your dog training?

Developing a well behaved dog has 2 parts: dog psychology & dog training. We focus first on understanding your dog and getting them to choose to follow and listen to us. When dogs aren't making all the decisions, they calm down and relax, making them far more receptive to training. To do this, we don’t need to use force, fear or aggression. In fact the opposite. Whether dealing with barking, leash pulling, jumping, or aggression, these behaviours typically stem from dogs being too excited, reactive, and emotional. The key is getting them to turn to you and listen when it matters. Once they're calm and looking to you for guidance, you can effectively show them how to behave.
In short: before you train the dog, you need to win their mind.

Puppy Program

What is included in the puppy program? (Short Version)

Our puppy program comes with the following components:

  • 4 x 1 hour sessions for group puppy school
  • 2 hour at home 1:1 puppy training
  • Lifetime access to 28 module online puppy program
  • 6 months of support on phone, email and chat
  • Lifetime access to the dog calming code
  • Pictures and goodies from training
  • Breed specific guides
  • Equipment where required

What age should I start puppy training?

We recommend that your puppy starts training as early as possible. Our program runs from day 1 at home with your puppy up until they are 8 months. We recommend taking your 1:1 session early into their time at home to get you set up. we have a plenty of support through 8 - 12 weeks old. For the group puppy school element you puppy must be 11 - 13 weeks old to start puppy school and have received their second vaccination.

Are there age limits for puppy school?

You can start our puppy program at any age. We recommend starting as early as possible and have online and one to one support to help you through 8 - 12 weeks old. Your puppy must be 11 - 13 weeks old to start puppy school and have received their second vaccination.

How long do puppy training classes last?

The group class element of our puppy programs are 4 weeks long. They are 45 - 60 minutes once per week. This gives a good balance of learning before your puppy runs out of energy (which happens quickly.). The group element of the class is between 12 and 16 weeks old. The overall course lasts 6 months.

Do you offer fully private puppy training?

All of our puppy programs come with at least 1 x at home one to one session included. You can choose to increase this to how every many sessions you need. Some clients do not want to participate in group classes for several reasons. Socialisation is a critical point of puppy development. We are able to offer a full one to one experience for clients that are able to prove they can fully socialise their dog outside of our training.

What are the different levels of support you offer for puppy school?

We offer 3 levels of support for our puppy program:

  • Silver: Our most popular program, this comes as standard with all programs and includes a one to one home sessions and support
  • Gold: Comes with everything in Silver plus 2 additional home training sessions to support with any other behavioural issues you are facing
  • Platinum: Only 2 - 5 clients accepted at any time. This is are most extensive program and is built for owners looking to take full control of their puppy's development. We provide additional one to one sessions, dedicated phone support and lifetime access to our programs.

Getting Started & Logistics

How do I sign up for the program?

Getting enrolled in the program is simple. Go to our puppy page and decide your level of support. Once you have decided this choose your puppy school date, and then you will be asked to book in for your 1:1 sessions (the number based on your level of support). Everything will be sent automatically to your calendar

You can follow the link here: Click Here

Which areas of Sydney do you work in?

Our services are offered all across Sydney. We have clients in the:

  • Inner City / City Centre
  • Eastern Suburbs
  • Inner West
  • Lower North Shore
  • Upper North Shore
  • Northern Beaches
  • Hills District
  • Western Sydney
  • South Sydney / St George

What if I am not in Sydney?

We help support clients all over the world through our online training. We even have clients in Sydney who prefer to learn online only. Please join our community to see what is available.

Our Community

Other Services

What are the main services you offer?

The Toe Beans Co offers the following services: puppy school & programs, adolescent dog training, adult dog training, adult dog behaviourism, pet sitting, dog walking and doggy daycare services.

What is included within the community?

We have an online community which you can join for free. On this we offer free support for common issues and host weekly webinars/ Q&As about different dog training and pet topics. You will join other pet owners who are trying to do the best for their pet. Different modules include:

  • Breed specific behavioural guides
  • General behavioural guides
  • History of Dog Training and breakdown of modern dog training methods
  • Our complete puppy program
  • Community calls and weekly zooms to help owners suffering from different behavioural issues

What support comes as standard?

You then receive ongoing online, phone and community support including our 26 module course up until they are 8 months (if you have chosen more support there will also be more 1:1s). If your dog is older than 16 weeks we do offer an adolescent program where we replace puppy school for additional 1:1 sessions whilst still providing the same support as the puppy program

Are there age limits for puppy school?

You can start our puppy program at any age. We recommend starting as early as possible and have online and one to one support to help you through 8 - 12 weeks old. Your puppy must be 11 - 13 weeks old to start puppy school and have received their second vaccination.

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