Puppy School
Set your puppy up for success…
“Westside Paws” are “Force-free” “Reward based” trainers.
We build, trust, love and respect between you and your dog as scientific evidence shows up-to-date training methods are NOT based around fear. We offer a professional dog training service - “helping you help your dog”.
Do you want to learn how to fit your dog into your life, not the other way around?
We endorse positive methods as extensive research has proven these techniques to be humane and highly effective.
We will cover all things puppy, what to expect, how to train, socialise but most importantly what that ACTUALLY means!
You will also have access to our ebook on all things positively puppy!
Topics covered in no particular order:
Mat training and teaching calm
Toilet training, get it right from the start
Biting/mouthing and how to deal with it
Understanding canine body language
Bridge or clicker training
Managing jumping up
Swapping objects
Usual suspects – sit, drop, stay, wait, recall, leave it and a few other tricks
How to prevent problem behaviours
Kids & Dogs
Handling & desensitisation (especially important in young puppies)
Socialisation the ins & outs on developing a well-adjusted dog
Focus, responding to their name
Lead walking skills
Environmental enrichment & suitable treats
Harnesses & appropriate gear
And more…
Rolling Entry classes …
Rolling entry means you can start any date as long as you
book 4 weeks back-to-back classes.
No need to wait for a start date.
You can start at any date when you first get your puppy home without missing out on its critical learning period, which is between 3-13 weeks.
This class is for puppies under 4 months of age.
If your puppy is older than 16 weeks, don’t worry we have a “too old for puppy school class”.
Watch week one pre-recorded, then join us for four weeks face-to-face.
BEFORE BOOKING, PLEASE NOTE:
Puppies must be between 8 and 16 weeks on the date the course begins.
Puppies must have their first vaccination and send a vaccination certificate to attend.
The date you select in the booking system is the date the course begins, there are no make-up sessions.
If you cannot make payment using our booking system, please email us to arrange this.
Course Details - Altona North
Cost: Weekday $200 Weekend $240
Location: 13 Butler Road, Altona North
Length: 4 weeks plus 1.5hr video recording
Times: Mondays at 7pm
Thursday 6pm or 7pm (630pm when classes are merged due to numbers).
Saturday 10am
Length: 4 weeks
1x 1.5hr video recording session (theory)
4x 45min sessions – subsequent weeks
Includes a certificate upon completion of your course and a little gift pack.
Our classes are jam-packed with science-based information from your experienced trainer. This course is designed for both new and outdated dog owners, families with kids or simply for a refresher on all things puppy.
We love for kids to be involved, but there must be one adult to handle the dog and one adult to handle the child and to ensure everyones safety.
Closed dates 2024
12th September - Class will run at 10am September 14th instead
School Holidays
23rd Sep - 6th Oct
Personal Holidays
14th-27th November 2024
Closed 23rd December - 13th January 2025
Loads of tips and professional advice
We train you to train your dog in a calm, safe, happy and gentle environment.
Having a pet is about trust, bonding, love and most importantly respect for your animal.
If this style of training is for you, sign up today!
You will not find a correction chain, shock collar, physical punishment or alpha rolls.
Book class here
Upon signing up you agree to the Terms of Service as outlined here.
Should you be unable to make the allocated course time or simply change your mind, there are no catch up classes or refunds.
Here is a little video on how to book with this software
Monday or Thursday
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Saturday Book Here
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Once you have completed the booking process you will IMMEDIATELY be emailed with a confirmation email which has a link with all details you need for the upcoming weeks. Please share this with family members to ensure you all have the information.
Please make sure you read, listen and look at the content prior to class.
Inside of here you are given the login codes for instant access to our members-only area along with your weekly training homework, where to go, what to bring, and the course outline for the week.
You need to practice with your pup then practice your skills in class each week with your trainer.
