Classes
In Leicestershire & Harrogate
and surrounding areas.
Puppy Foundation Classes
New Puppy?
If not trained and socialised early, puppies can grow into anxious or reactive adult dogs — but with the right start, they’ll become calm, confident companions for life.
Our Puppy Training Course focuses on foundational skills, socialisation, and confidence-building for young dogs, setting them (and you!) up for success.
Each week we hold a 1-hour puppy training and socialisation session, with simple daily homework to reinforce progress at home.
The course begins with core commands and confidence-building, then gradually adds distractions and short challenges as your puppy develops.
Socialisation
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Safe, structured exposure to new people, dogs, sounds, surfaces, and environments.
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Positive play and handling exercises to build confidence and reduce fear.
Basic Obedience Skills
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Sit, Down, Come, Stay – taught using fun, reward-based methods.
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Leave It – learning to ignore distractions or dropped food.
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Loose-Leash Walking – beginning to walk politely without pulling.
House Training
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Educating owners on how to reinforce proper toilet training
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Tips for managing chewing, biting, and accidents calmly and effectively.
Behavior Management
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Addressing common puppy challenges like nipping, jumping, and barking.
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Teaching bite inhibition through gentle redirection and positive reinforcement.
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Encouraging calm behaviour and focus around other dogs and people.
Owner Education
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How to use positive reinforcement effectively (treats, toys, praise).
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Understanding puppy development stages and realistic expectations.
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Building consistency and clear communication for faster learning.
Fun & Enrichment
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Introducing simple tricks (e.g., paw, spin) to make training engaging.
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Exposure to new environments, textures, and play activities.
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Short, fun confidence tasks such as tunnels and obstacles.
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All puppies must be parasite-free and fully vaccinated and have completed the post-vaccination isolation period before attending classes.
By the end of the course, puppies should:
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Respond to core commands (sit, down, come, stay) in calm settings.
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Be confident and well-socialised around people and other dogs.
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Show improved manners and reduced problem behaviours.
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Have the foundation for a lifetime of good habits and training success.
Owners will gain the knowledge and skills to keep progress going at home.
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Adult Dog Training Classes
Dog Behaviour Issues?
If your dog pulls on the lead, jumps up at visitors, or doesn’t always come when called — this class is for you! OR, if you just want your dog to be better in social situations and more accustomed to being around other animals, this class is ideal.
Our Adult Dog Training Class focuses on building essential obedience skills, improving focus, and strengthening your bond with your dog — no matter their age or background.
Each week we hold a 1-hour training session, with guided homework to practice daily at home.
The course starts with foundation skills and gradually adds distractions and difficulty, ensuring real-world reliability and calm, confident behaviour.
Basic Obedience Skills
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Sit, Down, Stay – reinforcing calmness and focus around distractions.
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Recall (“Come”) – teaching your dog to return promptly when called.
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Loose-Leash Walking – walking nicely without pulling or lunging.
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Leave It & Drop It – improving impulse control and safety.
Focus & Engagement
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Teaching dogs to check in and focus on their owner around other dogs and people.
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Building engagement through fun games and positive reinforcement.
Behavior Refinement
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Addressing common issues such as jumping up, barking, and overexcitement.
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Introducing self-control exercises like waiting politely at doors or for food.
Owner Education
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Understanding how dogs learn and respond to training.
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Guidance on timing, consistency, and reward-based training methods.
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Reading your dog’s body language to improve communication and trust.
Fun & Enrichment
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Learning simple tricks (e.g., spin, paw) to keep training enjoyable.
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Exposure to basic agility-style obstacles for mental and physical stimulation.
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All dogs must be fully vaccinated and have completed the recommended post-vaccination isolation period before joining classes.
After just a few sessions, dogs should:
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Respond reliably to core commands, even around distractions.
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Walk calmly on the lead.
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Show improved manners and impulse control.
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Be more focused and relaxed in public settings.
Owners will leave confident and equipped to continue progress at home.
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