Course Overview
The 6-week course includes 70-minute sessions that blend positive reinforcement training with playful tug breaks, balancing learning with fun for your dog.
Ready to find out more? Scroll down for the full course itinerary!
Where You'll Find Us
Puppy Power outside groups are held outside in Dalneigh on the field behind the James Cameron Community Centre (which is on Limetree Avenue where it meets Hawthorn Drive – IV3 5RH).
The field runs parallel with the Caledonian Canal. It is a large field and we usually hold the class by the allotments near the New Start Garden.
Pricing Information
The cost of the course is £145 for 6 sessions, please deduct any deposit already paid.
Smart Pups Itinerary
Smart Pups covers a pawsitively awesome range of skills:
🌟Loose lead walking
🌟Walking beside you without a lead
🌟Brain training
🌟Recall with whistle and hand signals
🌟Recall to close or side positions
🌟Control sit and down
🌟Seek back
🌟Retrieve an article
🌟Choice games
🌟More fun using their nose
🌟Learning to stay with you and ignore people/ dogs
🌟Emergency stop with whistle
🌟Games and tug play
With Smart Pups, your four-legged friend will be on their way to being the smartest, happiest pup around!
What Equipment Do I Need To Bring?
For each class, please bring the following essential items:
🌟 Harness (recommended over a collar for your dog’s joints)
🌟 Standard Lead (flexi-leads are not recommended for class)
🌟 Water & bowl (for outdoor classes)
🌟 Mat or flat bed
🌟 Poo Bags
🌟 Assorted treats (medium, smelly, and high value like meat or cheese)
🌟 Treat bag or pockets
🌟 Favorite Toy
🌟 Tug toy/chaser
🌟 Long-lasting chew or stuffed Kong
🌟 Towel or jacket (for wet weather)
🌟 Appropriate clothing and footwear for outdoor conditions.
