Puppy Preschool

Help your dog become a happy well-mannered family member.
We encourage all puppies to enrol in a class shortly after the first vaccination from 8-16 weeks of age as this is considered the critical socialisation period of a puppy’s life.

Happy fluffy white puppy, Puppy Preschool at Allison Crescent Veterinary Hospital

Why Puppies Should go to School

Puppy Preschools are specifically designed behaviour and training classes for dogs between 8 – 16 weeks of age.

During this critical stage in your puppy’s life it is essential that they are exposed to a variety of experiences including different sounds, meeting lots of different people, and socialising with other puppies of all different sizes and behaviours. For some puppies, missing this “window of opportunity” can lead to a life of anxiety and fear.

It is a common misconception that puppies shouldn’t have any association with other dogs or people until they’ve had their final vaccination. If the puppy is not socialised before his/her final vaccination they will miss this critical period in their life. Puppy Preschool provides this opportunity but in a safe environment.

Litter of Australian Shepherd puppies on a step, ready for Puppy Preschool

Course Outline

  • A guide to understanding your puppy’s behaviour
  • Socialisation – why socialisation is so important for your puppy’s development and how to socialise your puppy safely
  • Toilet training and basic skills – sit, stay, drop
  • Leadership skills – ways of helping you build great leadership to shape a well-adjusted and confident puppy
  • Nutritional and grooming advice
  • Advice on basic medical requirements

Our Puppy Pre School is held here at Allison Crescent Veterinary Hospital. Our hospital is cleaned daily with specifically designed disinfectants that kill infectious diseases.

Small black and white puppy wearing a tie, Puppy Preschool at Allison Crescent Veterinary Hospital

Our Preschool Teachers

Our puppy preschool instructors are passionate about helping owners build a harmonious relationship with their newest family addition.

Our classes are run in a relaxed and controlled environment.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Book

Please call our friendly staff at Allison Cres Vet on (02) 9543 5843 and they will book you into the next available class.

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