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Sydney Puppy School & Program (8 Weeks - 8 Months)

The first 6 months of your puppy's life set the founation for the next 10 years. Our Puppy Program incorporates a 4 week puppy school alongisde 6 months of ongoing support across email, community, chat, video tutorail and more making sure you always have someone in your corner.

What Makes Us Different?

Our puppy program is designed is for owners who want the best for their dog. The program started in response to comments during our Behavioural Training for adult dogs. Owners said it would have saved them stress, time and money in the long run.

What Should A Puppy Program Deliver You?

What is it?

In short answer, a high quality puppy school and program should be the foundation to develop your dog's behavioural capabilities and your understanding. Yes, you might get some cute instagram videos of lots of puppies, and yes you will learn some basic commands (which let's be honest you could just youtube) but that is such a tiny part of a high quality program.

Who is the program for (and not for)?

Who Is It For?

Our program is for new puppy parents (expereinced or not) who are looking to take a proactive approach to their dog's behaviourism. What does this actually mean?

Dog training is usually about commands such as sit, stay etc but this is separate from manging dog behaviour. I train a lot of adult dogs, and many can sit and stay but have terrible behavioural issues. For owners this is an incredibly stressful experience, and we work with people that want to do their best to minimise the risk of this happening. We have worked with people from the following backgrounds:

  • New puppy owners
  • First-time dog parents
  • People looking for a refresher
  • Families wanting to prevent behavioural issues
  • Anyone struggling with puppy house training
  • Owners dealing with puppy biting, barking, or jumping

The Program (8 - 32 Weeks)

How and When

It is important to understand the stages of puppy development:

  • 8 - 12 Weeks: Essentially an adorable hairy potato with legs
  • 12 - 16 Weeks: The potato starts realising it is a dog
  • 16 - 32 Weeks: They are becoming an adolescent and you need some tools to manage them

Our program works by providing you access to our support tools (alongside a cohort of other new puppy parents) to help with things like toilet training, crate training and feeding etc.

Between 8 - 12 weeks we give you access to our video database and support community to get help on everything from chewing to toilet training and managing crying at night.

Once they hit the 12 weeks, you begin a 4 week puppy school where we cover dog behaviourism, dog training (commands), common problems, socialisation and other health and safety information.

After 16 weeks, your dog's personaility will really come out and they can start to push the boundaries. We give you the support to manage any behaviours as soon as they come up and continue training.

For NON Sydney residents, we do offer a an alternative online version of puppy school (obviously no socialisation) that you can find more details about.

What Next

Lot's of Ongoing Support

After 16 weeks, we don't just say " Good Luck". Although, we do see that a lot. You continue to receive access to the online training platform for another 4 months with additional phone and email support (6 Months Support total). You also have lifetime access to one of our courses and get training tools included with your course. Once your access expires, you still remain in your cohort.

Some people also choose our "post-puppy program" which extends this support further and goes deeper into common behavioural issues and how they can fix them.

Support You Receive

  • 6 Months Chat and Email Support

    You receive 6 months of dedicated chat and email support from the day you get the puppy.

  • 6 Months Video Tutorial Support

    Enjoy 6 months of access to our video tutorial database with over 300+ videos including puppy programs and other behavioural issues

  • Puppy School

    4 x 50 minute puppy classes between 12 and 16 weeks covering everything that you need to knw

  • Lifetime Access

    Receive lifetime access to the Dog Calming Code as soon as you sign up for the course

  • Equipment

    Receive items like harnesses and training tools to help you implement everything we discuss

  • Our Guarantee

    Our guarantee is simple. If you attend the entire course, miss no sessions and don't think we were worth it. We will give you 100% of your money back.

  • Your Puppy Team Cohort

    Everyone who joins the program, joins in one of our cohorts. You can ask people how they solved problems or just vent that yor puppy won't stop crying at night.

  • Online Only Clients

    We have clients from all round the world for our Puppy Program. You receive everything the same except the in person workshop. We only recommend this for owners that believe they can sufficiently socialise their dog in their own time.

  • Support Extension

    There are a couple of ways that you can extend your support to the online database and get more in person help.

Early Support

8 - 12 Weeks

You will receive access to the video tutorial platform and your cohort. You will be able to access webinars on common questions we get as well as support groups on New Puppy Nightmares. We have 2 dedicated courses on "Puppy Toileting" and "New Puppy, New Issues"

What's Included

Puppy School Week 1 - FUNdamentals

  • Introduction to the The Dog Calming Code and Dog Behaviourism
  • Command Training. Practicing Sitting and Structured Walking
  • Puppy introductions
  • Common puppy issues: barking and chewing
  • Socialisation time including 1:1 introductions, playtime and No helicopter parenting
  • Adult Problem: Barking for Attention
  • Q&A

We have previously discussed: diet & nutrition, dangerous foods, spaying and neutering and puppy proofing for maximum safety

What's Included

Puppy School - Week 2 (Early Training)

  • Deep dive into rule 1 and 2 (food and barking) in the Calming Code
  • More walking practice
  • Sit and Stay (for those that can)
  • Early recall training (and why it is important)
  • Puppy problems: mouthing & biting (when this should stop)
  • Socialisation and play time
  • Adult Problem: Jumping Up
  • Q&A

What's Included

Puppy School Week 3 - Basics and Beyond

  • Deep dive into rule 3 and 4 (everything on your terms and post separation)
  • Command training: Down, Recall and more stay
  • Puppy Problems: Stealing and crying when left (importance of what you can ignore) Complete potty training system that actually works
  • Play Time
  • Adult Problem: Dog and Dog Aggression
  • Q&A

What's Included

Puppy School Week 4

  • Rule Number 5 ("The Walk") deep dive including tricks of the trade
  • Going "off site" and practicing recall in the park (using a long line)
  • Common problems: digging and recall
  • Managing play time in the park and what means what
  • Q&A
  • Team Photo
  • Support Follow Up

What's Included

16 - 32 Weeks

Now you are off to the races and your puppy's personality will be shining through. We are here to support you with their quirks and manage any behavioural challenges you face. Imagine us as your dog's fairy godmother.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Course Is Best For Me?

This really depends on which stage you are at. If you are still deciding whether a puppy is the right move for you, or need further details on which breed might work, I would recommend the pre-puppy course. If you know you have a puppy on the way then sign up to the puppy program. If you have already been to puppy school or have a dog that is older than 6 months you can join our adolescent program that helps manage behavioural issues and puppies that are coming into their teenage years.

Does Your Training Use 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 a method based on positive reinforcement that uses your dog's psychology to make them want to follow you and be part of your team.

Does Your Method Work?

Our method has helped over 100,000 dog owners to get the relationship with their dog they always wanted.

What Are The Requirements For Puppy School?

To attend the puppy school, your dog must be between 12 - 16 weeks. Ideally they are 12 weeks old and unfortunately any dog older than 16 weeks cannot attend our school. You can still enrol for the program as an online student. Your puppy must also have their vaccinations up to date. We cannot accept any unvaccinated dogs onto the program.

How Much Support Do I Get?

Think of us like your Puppy's fairy godmother.

For the duration of the course you get:

  • 6 months video database access (ability to extend 6 months) including 4 dedicated puppy courses
  • Lifetime access to our community
  • Lifetime access to the dog calming code
  • 6 months of email and chat support
  • Training tools (like harnesses)
  • 4 weeks of puppy school
  • Optional: We can come and do a 1:1 visit with your puppy
  • Access weekly webinars and Q&A's on puppy ownership

If I Want More Personalised Support, Can I Get It?

Our program should provide everything you need for your first 6 months (completely tailored to you). However, there are a few extra things we can add in:

  • 1:1 puppy visit at your home OR 1:1 virtual home visit via facetime
  • Additional 6 months video tutorial support
  • Our additional coaching program

Can I Do The Programs Online?

We do offer a fully online program where you can see pre-recorded puppy classes and workshops if you are not in the Sydney area.

Can I Get More Details About The Puppy School?

The puppy school is 4 consecutive weeks and sessions last up to 1 hour. You will be in a class with up to 10 puppies which gives a good balance between socialisation and session control. The puppy school covers 4 main areas: dog behaviourism, command training (sit, stay, down, walk, recall), socialisation and finally owner education. Your puppy must be between 12 - 16 weeks to attend the course. For bigger breeds your dog must be between 12 - 13 weeks.

What Behavioural Challenges Can We Learn About?

We cover the following:

Leash and walking issues - pulling, reactivity, and aggression during walks

Jumping up on people - inappropriate greeting behaviour and attention-seeking

Excessive barking - at doors, for attention, when left alone, in cars, and around property

Aggression problems - toward people, other animals, or objects

Separation anxiety - destructive behaviour and distress when left alone

Biting, nipping, and destructive chewing - especially common in puppies

Recall issues - not coming when called or running away

Potty training problems - house-breaking difficulties

Fearfulness and anxiety - phobias, scared behaviour, and hyperactivity

Puppy behavioural issues - general new puppy adjustment problems

Inappropriate elimination - including eating faeces

Furniture and boundary issues - jumping on furniture, accessing restricted areas

Multi-dog household problems - dogs not getting along with each other

Muzzle training - teaching dogs to accept and wear muzzles properly

How Do We Match Dog's for Puppy School?

It is really important that your dog meets lots of other types of dog's when they are you. I do see some specific "cavoodle" schools cropping up but I cannot stress how bad an idea this is. Now, it is important that if you have a large breed (eg Bernese Mountain dog) who starts a course at 13 weeks old and a Pomeranian (who starts the course at 12 weeks old) this can make things unfeasible. We will match dogs based on their relative size and age, but we also want to maintain a good mix of breeds in all of our classses.

Which Areas Do You Work In?

Currently we offer our school in the Eastern Suburbs (hopefully more locations coming soon!) We have had clients from all over Sydney and much further afield for our online programs. Clients have come from areas such as Bellevue Hill, Bondi Junction & Bondi Beach, Bronte, Clovelly, Coogee, Cremorne Point, Darling Point, Double Bay, Dover Heights, Ermington, Kirribilli, Kogoah, Mosman, Neutral Bay, North Bondi, North Sydney, Paddington, Potts Point, Randwick, Rose Bay, Tamarama, Vaucluse, Waverley and Woollahra.

Why Don't You Offer Puppy School Only?

This was based on feedback from our clients in both our puppy school and adult dog behavioural programs. We would work with plenty of clients who had received a "gold star" during puppy school but 4 months later couldn't walk their dog without barking. That isn't right. Helping your puppy to develop is far more than puppy school. Is it important for helping with commands and socialisation, absolutely but it is just a piece of the puzzle.

What Courses Are Available On The Video Support?

As a unique benefit of working with us, you will receive access to The Online Dog Trainer. You receive access to $4,000+ of video content for 6 months and Lifetime access to the Dog Calming Code. This covers 14 major courses including 4 dedicated puppy courses:

  • Potty Training Troubles (Dedicated Puppy Program)
  • New Puppy Nightmares (Dedicated Puppy Program)
  • Project Moses (Dedicated Puppy Program)
  • Perfect Puppy Program (Dedicated Puppy Program)
  • Solve Reactivity & Aggression
  • Master The Walk
  • Quit Jumping Up
  • Stop Separation Anxiety
  • Biting, Nipping & Chewing
  • Won't Come Or listen
  • Excessive Barking Be Gone
  • Fearful or Hyperactive Dogs
  • All Dog Problems Solved

How Does The Community Work?

For whichever program you sign up for, you will access everything through our online community. You will be able to ask questions to our team, other owners and access things like webinars, worksheets and documents

I Adopted A Slightly Older Rescue, Can You Help?

If you have a rescue and are looking for support, we can absolutely help. Rescue dogs are usually too old for the puppy school but you can join the adolescent program (8 months+) to help get support on how to manage common behavioural issues.

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