Puppy programmes
Early development, learning, and everyday life with a young dog.
Puppies are learning about the world from the moment they arrive. How they experience those early weeks and months shapes how they cope with change, challenge, and everyday life as they grow.
Our puppy programmes focus on understanding development, observing behaviour, and building foundations that make future training and behaviour clearer and more achievable. This isn't about quick fixes or rigid timelines. It's about enjoyment, learning, understanding, and progress that fits the puppy in front of you.
Who these programmes are for
These programmes are for puppies and young dogs, and for owners who want to understand what their puppy needs rather than follow prescriptive rules or expectations.
They can be useful whether you are preparing for a puppy, settling a new arrival, or navigating adolescence with a dog who feels harder to live with than expected.
What we focus on
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Understanding normal puppy development
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How puppies learn to regulate arousal and emotions
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Confidence and coping skills in everyday situations
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Foundations that influence long-term behaviour
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Helping owners make clear, informed decisions
How the programmes work
Puppy programmes are structured but flexible. Sessions and learning are shaped around the individual puppy, the home environment, and what that puppy is ready for at each stage of development.
Depending on your needs, programmes may include one-to-one sessions, group classes, or guided learning delivered over time. The emphasis is always on understanding and appropriate progression, rather than rushing ahead to milestones.
Why this approach matters
Many behaviour challenges seen later in life can be traced back to gaps in early learning or unrealistic expectations placed on young dogs.
By slowing things down with a focus on understanding, puppy programmes help reduce confusion, frustration, and stress for both dogs and owners.
This approach builds clarity, consistency, and confidence from the start.
Available puppy programmes and classes
Different puppies and households benefit from different ways of working. The options below outline the current puppy programmes and classes available.
Premium Puppy Package
Individual sessions focused on your puppy, home environment, and challenges you are navigating together. Tailored guidance and pacing that reflects your puppy’s development and circumstances.
It includes:
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1 x 1 hour online consultation - Including video tutorials
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3 x 1 hour in-person 1-2-1 Home Visits
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6 x Group Class Sessions
Puppy group classes
Small-group classes are designed to support early learning, provide appropriate social experiences, and build the skills needed for everyday life.
Classes run on are held here on Saturdays weekly at 9:30am for 60 minutes. We prioritise understanding, emotional regulation, and realistic achievements.
Still unsure where you fit?
If you're not certain which option is right, you don't need to decide alone. We can help you choose the most appropriate starting point for your dog and situation.