Puppy Preschool
Start your puppy off on the right foot with our 5-week Puppy Preschool program, held right here at Chandlers Hill Vet! Designed for puppies aged 8-14 weeks at the time of their first class, our program supports your pup through their critical socialisation period, helping them grow into confident, well-mannered companions.
Puppy Preschool at Chandlers Hill Vet
Run by our qualified dog trainer and vet nurse, our classes focus on gentle, reward-based training, socialisation, and early problem-solving strategies. You’ll learn practical tips on toilet training, mouthing, basic commands, and more – all in a safe, supportive environment.
To attend our classes, your puppy just needs to have had their first vaccination. Our classes are held in a clean, controlled indoor environment, making it a safe space for young pups to learn and play while their immunity continues to build.
Benefits of joining our Puppy Preschool Classes
- Supports healthy socialisation during the critical development window
Helps your puppy grow into a confident, well-adjusted adult dog by exposing them to new people, puppies, sounds, and experiences during their key 3-14 weeks of age period. - Taught by a qualified dog trainer and veterinary nurse
Get expert guidance from someone who understands both canine behaviour and health, giving your pup the best start in life. - Safe, controlled environment for early learning
Held indoors at Chandlers Hill Vet, our classes provide a clean, secure space where puppies can learn and play safely, even before completing their full vaccination schedule. - Foundation for good behaviour
Learn how to teach essential commands like sit, drop, stay, and come, plus techniques for loose lead walking, toilet training, and preventing mouthing and jumping. - Ongoing support for common puppy challenges
We’ll help you troubleshoot common concerns like barking, chewing, toilet accidents, and separation anxiety, with practical tips tailored to your puppy. - Fun and positive experience for both puppies and owners
Classes are interactive and enjoyable, helping to strengthen your bond with your puppy while learning together. - Includes a comprehensive take-home manual
You’ll receive a 72-page resource packed with extra tips, training guidance, enrichment ideas, and links to helpful videos so you can continue learning at home.
The Critical Socialisation Window
Puppies go through a critical socialisation period between 3–14 weeks of age. During this time, their brains are especially open to learning and forming positive associations with the world around them. Introducing them to new people, environments, and other dogs in a safe and structured setting helps build confidence and resilience—reducing the risk of fear-based behaviours later in life.
Missing this window can make it harder for puppies to adapt to new situations as they grow. Puppy Preschool ensures your pup gets the right exposure during this key developmental stage, setting them up for lifelong success.
