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PUPPY PRE-SCHOOL CARLINGFORD

Puppy Pre-school

GIVE YOUR FURBABY THE BEST CHANCE OF SUCCESS!

At The Carlingford Vet, we believe the foundation of a happy, healthy dog starts with early education and positive socialisation. Our newly updated Puppy School is a comprehensive 5-week program designed to build confidence, establish good manners, and provide you with the tools to navigate your puppy’s first few months with ease.

Led by our brilliant Dr Hayley Billingsley, our classes provide a supportive and professional environment where your pup can learn, grow, and graduate with flying colours!

Not ready to book yet? You can register your interest below, and our team will be in touch.

Register Your Interest in Puppy School

If you’d like to learn more or join an upcoming class, simply fill out the form below and our team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY TRAINING

Enrolment Age
Enrolment Age

Designed for puppies between 8 and 16 weeks of age.

Course Duration
Course Duration

5 weeks total, featuring one-hour sessions held weekly.

Class Times
Class Times

To accommodate busy schedules, classes are held in the evenings after the clinic has closed.

Prerequisites
Prerequisites

For everyone's safety, puppies must have commenced their vaccination schedule.

WHAT OUR CLASSES COVER

Our holistic curriculum balances essential obedience with vital healthcare and lifestyle tips:

Positive Training Methods
Master communication using bridge/marker words.
Essential Behaviours
Sit, drop/down, stay, recall, and loose-lead walking.
Socialisation & Manners
Supervised interactions, "sitting for a pat," and managing jumping or digging.
Expert Healthcare
Nutrition, parasite prevention, grooming basics, and first aid.
Practical Life Skills
Toilet training, mat/place exercises, and "fear-free" vet visit preparation.

WEEKLY ACTIVITY RUNDOWN

Week 1

Foundations

Marker words, sit/recall basics, bonding, and toilet training.
Week 2

Focus & Manners

Mat work, down exercises, and social interaction.
Week 3

Out & About

Loose-lead walking and preparing for vet handling.
Week 4

Wellness & Grooming

Stand exercises, waiting for food, and basic first aid.
Week 5

Graduation!

Skills recap, "Stay" competition, and our graduation ceremony (includes a certificate, gift, and professional photos).

COURSE DETAILS

COST
$170 for the full 5-week course.
LEAD INSTRUCTOR
Dr Hayley Billingsley.
Pup is ready to learn

WHAT TO BRING TO CLASS

To ensure your pup is ready to learn, please bring the following to every session:

  • Vaccination Certificate/Record (required for the first session).

  • Lead and collar/harness (all puppies must be restrained).

  • A mat, bed, or towel for "place" training.

  • High-value treats: We highly recommend Prime 100 Lamb Puppy Training Treats or Black Hawk Puppy Chicken Jerky Bites.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who leads the Puppy School classes?
How old should my puppy be?
What do I need to bring to the first session?
How do I secure a spot?

A POSITIVE FIRST EXPERIENCE

By hosting these classes within our hospital, we help your puppy form a positive association with the veterinary environment. This "fear-free" approach ensures that future visits for health checks or vaccinations are met with a wagging tail.

READY TO START?

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