Puppy Training Class

When it comes to welcoming your new pup into your family, you should start thinking about puppy training classes. Try to think of booking a puppy training class like buying a new vacuum cleaner. If you’re buying a  new vacuum cleaner you will want to check it out, make sure it does the job you need it to do, in a way that works for you.

Well do the same when choosing your puppy training class. They are not all the same.

There is no set schedule for a puppy training class and no regulation in the industry. Check the class you are going to has a qualified instructor.

Here’s what to look for in a Puppy Training Class

This guide, will suggest some of the things you should be checking when selecting a puppy training class.

**1. What’s Covered in the Puppy Training Class?**

The first question you should ask is what the puppy training class covers. A good puppy training class should provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to get a well-mannered, well-behaved, happy dog. Here are some key aspects that a good puppy training class should cover:

**a. Recall Training:** A good puppy training class will spend a lot of time covering ‘how to train your puppy to come back when it’s called.’ This is vital for safety and management of your puppy and everyone around you.

**b. Focus around Distractions:** Pups are naturally curious and easily distracted. A good training class should teach you how to get focus from your pup, despite distractions.

**c. Lead Walking:** Teaching your puppy to walk nicely on a lead is hard but so important. Be sure your chosen puppy training class covers lead walking.

**d. Socialisation:** A confident puppy is a happy puppy. Socialisation, in the right way, is vital to your pups future well-being. You don’t want a puppy class where pups are all off lead in a ‘free for all.’ Correct meet and greet of both dogs and humans should be part of your puppy training course.

**2. Outdoor Training Matters**

Choose an outdoor puppy training class. The great outdoors is where you will be spending time with your pup, around all those distractions. Outdoor training gives you chance to see what your pup’s biggest distraction will be and how to get focus and good behaviour around this distraction.

**3. Visit a Class Before Enrolling**

Visit your chosen puppy training class before signing up. You will be able to witness the training methods used and see how the class is run. Be sure it is what you are looking for and that it will give you the knowledge and training that you need. Puppy training class is about training you to train your pup.

**5. Positive Reinforcement Training**

Ensure that the puppy training class uses positive reward-based training methods in the correct way. Avoid classes using old fashioned methods that can lead to fear and anxiety in your puppy. Positive reinforcement methods strengthen the bond between you and your pup and they provide a fair, firm, effective method of training.

**6. Support and Customer Care**

Training your puppy is an ongoing process. Does the class have something in place so you can ask questions or seek support in between classes. Is there access to video support to help you provide the training techniques accurately.

**7. Continuing Training**

Consider the longer term with your puppy. Training a dog is for life. Does the class you’ve chosen offer further classes of training for you and your pup.

Conclusion

Selecting the right puppy training class should take as much research and information gathering as buying an expensive piece of equipment for the home. Take your time to evaluate the class details, training methods, support systems, and long-term options.

Remember, the investment you make in your puppy’s training today will set you up for a  lifetime of fun together.

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